Seoul(Jongno-gu) , Insadong・Jongnon

Located in the hub of Korean culture, Insa-dong, Doodaemunjip has been serving Korean fusion cuisine for the past 10 years. The restaurant takes form of a traditional hanok decorated with a modern touch, blending Asian and western-style design to create an exquisite atmosphere favored by both Koreans and international visitors. Doodaemunjip is the only building in Insa-dong that has an indoor garden and a terrace full of fresh living plants, presenting peaceful atmosphere rarely found in the urban city. Signature menus include maekjeokgui ssambap (pork with Korean herbs served with vegetable wraps and rice) and Doodaemun haemul onbap (seafood rice) along with other specialty menus such as soy-marinated bossam (vegetable wraps with rice), soy-marinated crab, haemul pajeon (seafood and green onion pancake), etc. In particular, maekjeokgui (pork with Korean herbs) is seasoned with soybean paste made with traditional Korean recipe, bringing out deep flavors when consumed with vegetable wrapped rice. Traditional Korean alcoholic beverages such as bamboo liquor and bokbunjaju (Korean black raspberry wine) are also available.


Seoul(Gwangjin-gu) , The Eastern Part of the Seoul

Happy Day is a sports club and jjimjilbang complex located in Seoul Gwangjin-gu Jayang-dong, presenting a fitness club, golf facilities, a sauna, and jjimjilbang. A special feature of is its hotel-grade facilities with waters provided by a sulfur hot spring containing geranium and alkali. The grand facility’s main charcoal sauna sits on the 1st floor basement with separate men’s and women’s saunas on the 2nd and 3rd floors respectively, an exclusive women’s jjimjilbang on the 4th floor, and an outdoor aqua therapy facility situated on the 7th floor roof. The women-only jjimjilbang boasts a pinewood sweating room and ice room, along with an all-natural aqua therapy pool on the 7th floor. Aside from these facilities, Happy Day also offers rock-climbing health equipment at its fitness club as well.


Seoul(Jongno-gu) , Seoul City Hall・Gwanghwamun

The Ilmin Art Museum stands in the former Dongah Newspaper Building. The Dongah Newspaper was established in 1926 and has been in the building for 66 years. This building has been established as the oldest building associated with the press in Korea. The building was shut down for a year due to renovations and re-opened in 1996. The museum has maintained its look of tile floors and glass walls through the years. This museum boasts the largest Ilmin collection in Korea. From the Goryeo Dynasty (918-1392) there are 430 pieces in the Ilmin collection, 1,200 pieces in the Dongah Newspaper's collection of art, and 100 pieces of art owned by Hyundai Corporation. The Ilmin Collection mostly consists of pieces that Kim Sang-Man collected. Most of the pieces are very simple aesthetic paintings. The Dongah Newspaper's collection has time-relevant pieces that are important in history. Hyundai's collection is mostly paintings of social critiques. In the basement of the museum there is an art shop where original paintings can be purchased.


Seoul(Nowon-gu)

E-mart is a discount supermarket operated by Shinsegae, a department store franchise. In addition to offering a wide variety of high quality products at affordable prices, E-mart Wolgye features several specialty sections including a home theater experience area and an imported kitchen furniture store. There is even a play area where families with children can relax while shopping.


Seoul(Jung-gu) , Seoul City Hall・Gwanghwamun

Handicraft-Nuri, located within Cuture Station Seoul 284 (Former Seoul Station), offers Korea Craft and Design Foundation's top quality designed and handcrafted products including, but not limted to, ceramics, cups, and postcards.


Seoul(Yongsan-gu) , Itaewon・Yongsan

Used as ornaments throughout Korean history, amethyst, morion, and jade symbolize patience, elegance, and gentleness. Joy Jewelry offers its own products with distinctive Korean styles. Its highly functional and artistic items with colorful designs will no doubt satisfy customers looking for unique jewelry.


Seoul(Yongsan-gu)

Blooming Gallery offers diverse handmade acessories by various artists. Rather than a shop focusing on selling, it displays many accessories, paintings, and sculptures for visitors to enjoy. It is a perfecct place to rest and appreciate pieces of art during shopping in the giant I'Park Mall.


Seoul(Yongsan-gu) , Itaewon・Yongsan

Situated in the heart of Itaewon (a popular shopping town in Seoul), this stylish hotel was opened in March 2010 after remodeling the former Itaewon Hotel. It offers unique designs and chic spaces full of urban sensibilities.Consisting of 17 floors, the hotel offers over 133 exquisite rooms, each of which showcases artistic interior designs with unique concepts. It is also full of excellent amenities: the graceful café Amiga, a members-only Private Club, and beautiful banquet rooms. Itaewon itself is a wildly popular tourist destination among international tourists in Seoul, rendering the hotel an even more attractive place to stay.


Seoul(Yongsan-gu) , Itaewon・Yongsan

Taegeuk Crafts offers diverse traditional Korean crafts from antique furniture to mother-of-pearl lacquerware and wooden lacquerware. These colorful crafts are popular among international tourists.


Seoul(Jongno-gu)

Durga serves the best Indian and Nepalese dishes, over 70 different menu items, in a truly authentic Indian atmosphere with top-class service. The restaurant's interior is colored in deep reds, a color loved by the people of Nepal, giving a comfortable atmosphere with a feel of both Nepal and India. Durga presents unique tastes, affordable prices, and a whole new cultural experience to all its diners.