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

The Yangjae branch of Costco opened in 2000 and is the largest branch of Costco. This branch offers a variety of domestic products, imported goods, and its own brand (PB), Kirkland, at wholesale prices. Costco’s most popular items are fashion apparel, fresh meats, wine, and frozen goods. The store is extremely popular with Koreans and foreigners alike.The Yangjae branch is open daily from 9:00am to 10:00pm, but is closed on January 1 and Chuseok.


Busan(Haeundae-gu) , Haeundae

Haeundae Market is a popular tourist attraction in Busan and is located across the street from Haeundae Beach. The market sells an abundance of fresh vegetables, meat, and seafood, as well as snacks including kimbap (seaweed rice roll) and tteokbokki (rice cakes in a spicy sauce). Such street markets can be a great place to experience Korean culture firsthand while trying new foods.  


Gwangju(Seo-gu)

The Shinsegae Department Store, located in Gwangju-si Seo-gu, offers a place of high-class shopping. A large lobby, a gallery and information center illustrate its convenience facilities for customers, while high-quality brand names fill the various shops for a refined shopping culture. Furthermore, the cultural center on the ninth floor offers state-of-the-art facilities for lectures and friendly services for a healthy and productive cultural lifestyle.


Seoul(Jung-gu)

At Jungbu Market, a wide assortment of dried food such as laver, seaweed, anchovies, yellow corbinas, squid, pollack, and dried filefish fillets are available at low prices. Known for both wholesale and retail sales, Jungbu Market offers goods at prices 20-30% lower than those found at other markets. Each store only sells one or two types of seafood products, allowing for easy price comparison and top quality goods. Popular products include dried filefish fillets, laver, and Pollack. As of late, processed food has also started to make its way into the market. The market is also a popular site for buying food items used in ancestral rites and general home goods. The market opens at 4am and most stores close around 5pm. By 6pm the market grounds are quiet and inactive, so make sure to go before 3pm so that you have enough time to shop and look around.      


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

Frisbee is the largest Apple Premium Reseller in Korea with several branches nationwide. Popular items among the young crowds of the Hongdae area include iPhones and iPads and their various accessories. The Customer Service Center is located on the third floor.


Seoul(Jongno-gu) , Insadong・Jongnon

Sewoon Electonics Department Store was famous for electronic goods as the sole electronic shop before Yongsan Electronics Department Store was built. The scale doesn’t meet that of Yongsan Mall but its location in the heart of downtown Seoul, as well as their 10 years of fame have worked to keep a strong customer base. The department store is divided into two parts: Areas in Jongno (‘Ga’ dong; Hyeondae and Asea) and Euljiro (‘Na’ dong) are situated between Cheonggyecheon-ro Street. Electronic devices are available in Jongno section throughout approximately 320 stores from 1 to 4 floors. On the first floor, home and lifestyle electronic goods including irons, hair dryers, telephones, razors as well as gas stoves, various heaters, kitchen tools and more are sold. On the second floor, visitors can find televisions, fridges, laundry machines, audio & video devices. On the third floor, newlyweds can buy their electronic goods and appliances for the kitchen. Also, computers and related devices and parts are available on the fourth floor. It offers relatively cheap prices compared with electronic goods sold at Yongsan.  


Jeju-do(Jeju-si) , Former Jeju

Tailored to the needs of domestic and international tourists, JDC Duty Free offers a variety of luxury brand items, alcoholic beverages, and cigarettes. Customers can also place orders at JDC Duty Free before their visit. A wide range of currencies (KRW, USD, JPY and more), credit cards, and traveler's checks are welcomed. The JDC Duty Free shop is especially perfect for travelers who have plenty of time before their departure.


Seoul(Jongno-gu)

Opened in 1979, Kukjae Embroidery specializes in embroidered crafts using Korean traditional patterns. Every product is handicrafted, delicate, and elegant. Kukjae Embroidery is known as a frequent destination of foreign dignitaries. It offers a seminar in which international tourists can learn how to make embroidered crafts.


Seoul(Songpa-gu) , Jamsil(Lotte World)

"Located inside Lotte World Tower in Songpa-gu, Seoul, Avenuel World Tower Branch of Lotte Department Store is South Korea’s largest luxury shopping complex. Covering a space of over 29,800㎡ dedicated to shopping, the shopping center houses a total of 225 stores including over 90 world-renowned luxury brand stores. Of the 11 floors of Lotte World Tower, 6 floors, from the ground to the sixth, are reserved for the Word Tower Branch of the Avenuel department store: the first floor sells cosmetic products and fashion sundries; the second floor, watches and accessories; the third floor, luxury fashion; the fourth floor, men’s wear; the fifth floor, contemporary fashion, and; the sixth floor, premium food and living products. The spectacular circular stairs connecting the basement and all six floors is operated as Charlotte Photo Zone. Each floor is decorated with various installation works, providing visitors with things to see as they rest on chairs and couches. Convenience facilities include breastfeeding room and family lounge. The sixth floor comes with a space dedicated to culture and arts, such as Star Avenue where visitors can meet hallyu stars via virtual reality, and the Avenuel Art Hall featuring special exhibitions. "


Seoul(Jung-gu) , Euljiro・Chungmuro・Namsan

AVENUEL is a Lotte Department Store luxury-brand branch located in Seoul’s Gangbuk area. Brilliantly dressed in a “garden & gallery” concept and connected to the Lotte Department Store’s main building, AVENUEL offers a wide selection of imported fashion apparel, jewelry and accessories. Moreover, AVENUEL has been highly acclaimed for its extravagant, interior design. Famous designer brands Chanel, Gucci, and Louis Vuitton, just to name a few, reside on the first 5 floors of the department store, while floors 6 to 8 houses a large cinema. The ninth floor houses a gallery and a number of restaurants, with the tenth floor providing a skin care center and spa, proving that AVENUEL offers more than just your ordinary shopping experience.