Gangwon-do(Gangneung-si)

Formerly an abandoned mill, Bonbon Roastery secured its vintage charms while creating the mood for a trendy and hip cafe where coffee and cultural arts coexist.


Jeollanam-do(Damyang-gun)

Located within a forest of 2.4 kilometers of bamboo, this festival is full of activities celebrating the beauty and function of the bamboo plant. More active visitors can test their skills during some of the festival’s scheduled river sports, such as ‘Log Rafting’ and ‘Water Bicycling’. After working up an appetite, visitors can please their palate with some of Damyang’s famous cuisines and other world foods featured at the Cultural Experience Center. For additional sightseeing opportunities, visit some of the other attractions in the area, such as the Damyang Soswaewon, Damyang Gwanbangjerim, Damyang Jungnogwon, Metasequoia, and more.


Gyeongsangbuk-do(Gyeongju-si)


Gyeongsangnam-do(Geochang-gun)

Ulsan Whale Festival is held in the area of Jangsaengpo Whale Culture Special Zone. The area is equipped with more things that allow visitors to see this new cultural village, such as the whale museum, Jangsaengpo Whale Watching Cruise, and Jangsaengpo Whale Life Experience Museum. The new variety of sites at the festival will give visitors an extra level of fun and discovery.


Gyeonggi-do(Yeoju-si) , Yeoju

Bandal Art Museum, which opened in 2002, displays domestic and foreign ceramic livingware. The Ceramic House is one of the most popular exhibits for visitors with its displays of ceramics set in a re-created living room, bathroom, kitchen, and so forth. Nearby tourist attractions include Silleuksa Temple, the Tomb of King Sejong and more.


Jeollanam-do(Yeongam-gun)

The historic Dogapsa Buddhist Temple is located within the Wolchulsan National Park and in 1984, was designated Provincial Cultural Property No. 79. At an elevation of 376m, the site offers spectacular views of the surrounding area, so impressive it carries the nickname ‘Sogeumgang River’, meaning “Small Geumgang River” of Jeollanamdo-Province. Founded by Buddhist Monk Doseon during the later years of the Silla Kingdom, the temple houses many historic and cultural treasures, most notable of which is Haetalmun Gate (gate of emancipation); designated as National Treasure No. 50 and one of few remaining original Korean structures. In addition, there are the Maaeyeoraejwasang (National Treasure No.144) and Seokjoyeoraejwasang (National Treasure No.89) sitting Buddha statues, the Mokjomunsu•Bohyeondongjasang (Treasure No. 1134), the Doseonsumibi (Jeollanam-do Tangible Cultural Property No.38) and the Daeungbojeon, or ‘main temple hall.’ An added bonus is the walkway lined with cherry trees leading to Dogapsa Temple. During the spring season, the 1km path offers a fabulous touch to the pristine surroundings. Nearby attractions are Wolchulsan National Park, Historical Site of Dr. Wangin, Yeongam Pottery Museum and Gurim Village.  


Busan(Geumjeong-gu)

Hongbeopsa Temple is located in Geumjeong dugu-dong, Busan, known for its largest bronze Amida Buddha Statue (21m). Surrounded by Mt. Cheolmasan and Mt. Geumjeongsan, a beatiful scenery is revealed and it stretches to Suyonggang river, making one feel as if you were in Yeonhwajang, the ideal world, filled with lotus flowers in Buddhism. Zen and meditation classes are also provided and the meditation room is where you can find your own quiet time in the temples. The temple also exhibits a bust of Gandhi, donated by the Government of India to celebrate the 40th anniversary of diplomatic relations between Korea and India. The temple has a wealth of attractions luring increasing number of tourists every year. It also has a huge buddha's statue that you can not see another temples in Korea, India Cultural Center, Jeokmyeolbogung Palace and a beautiful ecological garden, the best place to see the natural environment.  


Seoul(Seocho-gu) , Gangnam・Samseongdong(COEX)

'Sushiko' is a Japanese restaurant featuring traditional Kyoto cuisine. The owner of Sushiko packed up his bags after having lived in Japan for a long time, and opened a restaurant with an elegantly refined interior, in Gangnam two years ago. All accessory articles and flower arrangements are designed with the Japanese style in mind, while the interior ambiance is enhanced by the dim lighting. The 1st floor of the 4-story building has a bar, where the chefs can be seen carving sashimi (Dachi), while the 2nd and 3rd floors house rooms able to accommodate anywhere up to 30 people. The restaurant fits the tastes of the younger generation as the basement floor harnesses a wine bar and fushion food. Sushiko serves a variety of cuisine including various sashimi, tuna sashimi, sushi, broiled eel, fried abalone, fried blowfish, and fried prawns.


Daejeon(Yuseong-gu)

Jinjamhyanggyo Confucian School was established to enshrine and orient the ancestral tablet of excellent classical scholars in 1405 (the 5th year of King Taejong's reign) and to educate people. More detailed information is not available in the record. The remaining building is called Daeseongjeon, and the ancestral tablets are 5 Seong, Songju 6 hyeon, and Korean 18 hyeon. One instructor, who received a plot of land and slaves from the nation, taught 30 students during the Joseon period, but after the Gapo Reform, the educational function disappeared and Seokjeon, a religious ceremony, was served in summer and fall with offerings of incense on the first day of each month and at the half-moon instead. Daeseongjeon (Cheongju Daeseong High School (Former Main Building of Cheongju Commercial High School) is designated as Registered Cultural Heritage No. 6.


Jeollanam-do(Suncheon-si)

Ireokjohoegwan Hanjeongsik is a restaurant in Suncheon that has been serving Nam-do style food for 30 years. Nearby attractions include Suncheon Hyanggyo Confucian School (순천향교) and Okcheon Seowon Confucian Academy (옥천서원).