Seoul(Jongno-gu)

Located in Unni-dong, Jongno-gu, Seoul, Charm Hanok Guesthouse is traditional Korean house-style accommodations built over 100 years ago. While it keeps the original features of the house such as ondol (room with Korean floor heating system), yard, garden, and gate, the toilets and kitchen equipment were renovated for the convenience of guests. The guesthouse has a total of four rooms –family room with double-deck bed, triple room, and two double rooms. The subtle lighting from the hanji (Korean paper) lamp renders a calm atmosphere to the room. It has a communal bathroom divided into men’s and women’s and a communal kitchen that allows guests to cook and eat simple food. It offers easy access to surrounding tourist attractions and shopping area in Jongno and Jung-gu. In addition, guests can easily use public transportation since it is close to the Jongno 3-ga station and bus stop. All the staff can speak English to provide information about accommodations and tourism.


Seoul(Jongno-gu)

Located around the tourist information center in Bukchon Hanok Village in Jongno-gu, which is famous as the noblemen”s residential area during the Joseon Dynasty, Cheong Yeon Jae, meaning “a clear and clean connection that further advances to more precious and better relationships”, is a Korean-style boutique hotel that was established by renovating an old hanok, which was originally built in 1935, and opened in 2014. Korean red pine wood was used for building the hanok, while the stones used for the Korean floor heating system decorate the yard. The outstanding structure of Cheong Yeon Jae radiates its charm along with the tiled-roof stone wall and a large gate. The hotel has five guestrooms with pure Korean names – Daon, Dorae, Jini, Sinae, and Doran. Daon, meaning “every good will come“, is a byeolchae (detached house) consisting of two rooms, a bathroom, a small yard; and entering the main building, a “ㅁ”-shaped hanok structure with a small yard, four rooms and a living room is situated in which Dorae, meaning “live a healthy and long life”, the anbang (main room) of the hotel, has a large window with the view of the yard. Jini, meaning “all the luck of the world”, is a cozy room decorated with amiable items. Sinae, meaning “cool and clear”, is a spacious room. From the small courtyard that stretches out in front of you, you can feel the scent of nature. Lastly, Doran, meaning “gather around for a friendly chat”, is a small yet cozy room. The living room and the kitchen are situated between Rooms Dorae and Jini. Every room is equipped with an air conditioner, colorful bedding filled with cotton, and a refined bathroom for guests’ comfortable stay. In addition, its rafters on the ceiling, walls papered with hanji (Korean paper), and wooden furniture add sophisticated and antique atmosphere to the accommodation. Cheong Yeon Jae also provides a Korean traditional clothes experience program, which includes clothes for men, women, and children, and a traditional tea ceremony program to promote Korean culture and help guests to create interesting memories. Moreover, it offers Korean-style breakfast that is prepared with fresh seasonal ingredients every morning and is loved by guests.


Seoul(Eunpyeong-gu)

E-MART Susaek Branch is in the proximity of the Hangang River Citizens' Park and Nanji Hangang Park (Nanji Camping Site). Campers can enjoy a more comfortable camping experience as the store provides delivery services on any camping goods purchased. Within the same building, other facilities, such as Cheong-Kwan-Jang (Korea Ginseng Corporation’s brand for red ginseng products), a hair salon, a travel agency and an optical store are also available.


Seoul(Jongno-gu) , Samcheongdong・The Northern Part of the Seoul

Bukchon, literally translated to northern village, refers to the neighborhood located north of Cheonggyecheon Stream and Jongno. The southern land of Jongno, which is present day Namsan, was referred as Namchon, meaning southern village. Bukchon Village was resided mostly by relatives of royal families and powerful authorities while Namchon Village was settled by middle class government officials during the Joseon period. Now referred to as the Bukchon Hanok Village, the neighborhood has become one of Korea's most representative tourist attractions that provide various photo ops. Visitors can take in the outlook of Seoul together with traditional hanok buildings by following the course for the Eight Scenic Views of Bukchon. [Eight Scenic Views of Bukchon] Scenic View 1 - View of Chengdeokgung Palace over the stonewall. Scenic View 2 - View of Wonseo-dong Handicraft Road Scenic View 3 - View of hanok at Gahoe-dong 11-bunji area Scenic View 4 - View of Gahoe-dong 31-bunji from the hilltop Scenic View 5 - View of Gahoe-dong alley (downhill) Scenic View 6 - View of Gahoe-dong alley (uphill) Scenic View 7 - View of Gahoe-dong 31-bunji alleyway Scenic View 8 - View from the Samcheong-dong stone stairway


Seoul(Jongno-gu) , Insadong・Jongnon

Baek In-je House, located in Bukchon Hanok Village, is a hanok built during the Japanese administration that showcases modern hanok features. The structure consists of a main room offering a good view of the whole village, spacious bedrooms, a large garden, and an annex building. As it withholds the beauty of a traditional hanok while embracing the modern trend of its time, Baek In-je House is considered to be highly valuable in means of both architecture and history, representing the Bukchon Hanok Village together with Yun Bo-seon House. Baek In-je House was built from black pine, which was first introduced to Seoul during Gyeongseong Expo in 1907, distinguishing itself from other upper-class houses in its time. Unlike other traditional hanok that separate the main building from the other rooms, Baek In-je House connects the two with a hallway, allowing convenient access between the two structures. The house also consists of a Japanese style hallway and floor mat rooms, reflecting the architecture trend during its period. Baek In-je House is also unique as the main room is partly built as a two-story structure, a style that was never seen in any traditional hanok built during the Joseon period.


Seoul(Mapo-gu)

Gyeongui Line Book Street opened along the closed down tracks of the old Gyeongui Line near Hongdae. The street aims to provide a multipurpose cultural space where citizens can enjoy the worth and knowledge that have come and continue to come from books and literature.


Seoul(Mapo-gu) , Hongik-University-Area

Dongjin Market is the only traditional market located in Yeonnam-dong, and operates much as a normal market on weekdays. However, Dongjin Market operates a special Night Market on Fridays, as well as special Saturday and Sunday markets. The market changes into a format of a flea market on the weekends with people selling handmade accessories and produce grown within the city. The market also offers a cooking workshop and other dynamic programs.


Seoul(Jongno-gu) , Insadong・Jongnon

Order a beverage and get a hand-drawn, one-minute portrait of yourself done by none other than the café’s owner. The café has appeared on the series I Need Romance, variety shows We Just Got Married, I Live Alone, and Tasty Road, and Lee Seung-gi’s music video.  


Seoul(Jung-gu) , Dongdaemun

将来の建築に暖かさを添えるトンデムンデザインプラザLEDバラ庭園 トンデムンデザインプラザ(DDP)イガンスムン(二間水門)展示場となりに広がる25,550本の見事なLEDのバラ庭園が開園しています。 The LED Rose Garden at Dongdaemun Design Plaza (DDP) has transformed an open space into a beautiful night garden. Popular among couples, this is also a great place for nightscape photography. When night falls, a total of 25,550 LED roses light up, with impressive skyscrapers serving as the backdrop. Visitors may wonder, “Why such a specific number of roses?” The display began on National Liberation Day in 2015 as a celebration of the nation’s 70th year of independence. The number of roses on display corresponds to the number of days since liberation: 365 days multiplied by 70 years is equivalent to 25,550 roses.  


Seoul(Jongno-gu) , Insadong・Jongnon

Naeja Peanuts has been around since 1974. It's famous for its senbei (Bukkumi) which is a type of Japanese rice cracker. This store prides itself on not using any preservatives or additives in its sweets, drawing many customers back for its healthy and nostalgic taste.