Songjeong Station Market was opened in 1913, in connection with the opening of Gwangju-Songjeong Station. For many years, the market was the go-to-place for necessary items and produce, but with the increase of large marts in the 1990s, people began to visit traditional markets less and less. In order to increase the liveliness of Songjeong Station Market and showcase the difference between large marts and a traditional market, the entire space was redesigned around the theme of time. The newly redesigned 1913 Songjeong Station Market, located just across the street from Gwangju-Songjeong KTX Station, has a bright appearance with modern-styled architecture and signboards detailing the history of the various shops. Visitors can enjoy all the classic market foods here, such as hotteok (hot griddle cakes), gyeran bap (rice with egg), and eomuk (fisk cake).

Daein Market in Gwangju is a wonderul example of the changes traditional markets have gone through to remain relavent in the modern world. Originally the community center for all living needs, including produce and household goods, the market lost much interest in the mid-1990s with the influx of large marts. From that point on, many shops began to close down as there was no business. However, the market saw a revival in 2008 during the Gwangju Biennale. Many of the available shop spaces were rented out to host small art exhibitions, creating a unique art market. Thanks to this effort, Daein Market was designated a Cultural Attraction in 2013. The market continues to have a strong connection with the art that saved it, and the vendors and artists live and work together in harmony. The market also draws in a lot of interest from the community through their weekly night markets, taking place every Saturday.

Yangdong Market started in the 1910s as a traditional market held on dates ending in 2 and 7 of every month on the white sand beach under Gwangjugyo Bridge. The market has a long history and local citizens have many sayings referring to the multitude of items available here. During the May 18th Democratization Movement, both Yangdong and Daein markets were a grand venue where the citizens of Gwangju gathered together to rally for democratization of the nation. Merchants of the markets provided food, beverages, and medicine to the protestors and participated in the movement alongside their fellow citizens. Yangdong Market is an outstanding traditional market among all markets throughout the nation. The market has upgraded with the times to include modern conveniences, including a consolidated market logo, online shopping mall, and shop owner education classes.

Myboon is a lifestyle-focused, fashion select shop, and it is a collaboration between the fashion select shop, Boondo Shop of the Shin Se Gae shopping mall, and an internationally-famous art director, “Milan Vukmirovic.” The shop focuses on direct marketing lesser-known designer brands; so, you can check the international fashion trends at a glance. Celebrities like G-Dragon, Bae Yong Jun, Jang Dong Gun, and others have all made this shop the place to shop. The juice bar, which you can only find in Myboon, is loved by health conscious stars like Victoria from f(x).  

Boon the Shop is a fashion select shop that has a passion for direct marketing lesser-known designer brands, and discovering new and talented designers. The shop’s exterior is designed to look simple/minimal; this makes/compliments the shop’s interior design, which is also quite simple/modern. As well, among the fashion select shops, Boon the Shop experiments with the most diverse art projects. The shop hosts its “Fashion Walk,” event biannually. The event showcases contents on art/fashion within their chosen themes/categories that has gained the most attention from the public. One of the unique features about the, “Fashion Walk,” event is that you can enjoy many types of cultural contents on fashion, the arts and more, showcased within just one place. Not long ago, there was a launch event that took place at the shop for the new art project called, “CCRT AEROSPACE,” which has been created by a brand/company named, “Studio Concrete.” Studio Concrete is a company/brand currently known for having the actor Yu Ah In as their art director. Celebrities that are known as the, “Fashionistas,” or known as the iconic figures in the entertainment business such as G Dragon, Go So Young, Kim Hee Sun, and etc. are some of the frequenter/regular clients of Boon the Shop.  

Jonggak Underground Shopping Center is located in Jongno, one of the major central areas of Seoul. A plethora of nightlife options in the Jongno area attract a younger demographic, and the underground shopping center caters to them with a wide variety of fashion stores. Located just 5-10 minutes on foot from the underground shopping center is Insa-dong, the most famous traditional street in Seoul.  

Doota Duty Free is Korea's one and only nighttime-friendly duty free shop. Located in Dongdaemun, the heart of hallyu shopping and culture, Doota Duty Free is the latest shopping hot spot that boasts a variety of products from over 600 popular brands. Whether its clothes, accessories, cosmetics, food or wine you are looking for, Doota Duty Free is a one-stop mall where you can find all your needs.

Home Plus Ulsan is closely located to Taehwagang River and provides easy access to public transportation. The store offers a variety of retail products. There are various kinds of restaurants, famous red ginseng outlets, coffee chains, and medical and dental clinics.

Home Plus Yuseong provides a beautiful view of Gapcheon Stream. This large discount retail store draws many foreign customers, as it is located near the Daedeok Science Town, Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology (KAIST), Chungnam National University, and Yuseong Spa.

Home plus Daejeon Tanbang is close to the Yuseong Special Tourist Zone and an area with a number of office buildings. This discount retail store provides easy access to public transportation and attracts many foreign travelers.