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

Hongdae Hope Market first took place in May 2002 as Korea’s first spontaneous handicraft market. Originally created with the aim of reviving the environmental-friendly handicraft industry, the market developed into a truly interactive space where local artists make and sell their unique craftwork at affordable prices.


Seoul(Jung-gu) , Namdaemun・Seoul-Station

Located in the heart of the Namdaemun Market (the largest wholesale market in Korea and a popular tourist attraction), Samick Fashion Town is home to 1,500 shops, spread among 15 floors (B5F-10F). Opened in 1985, this giant, one-stop shopping destination offers shoppers virtually everything: from clothing (women’s, men’s, and children’s) and shoes to accessories for wholesale merchants and individual shoppers.The Samick Fashion Town is particularly known for its large children's section (called Seoul Won Children’s Clothing) on the first floor and its giant shoe mall on the sixth that is unlike any other shoe store in Namdaemun Market. On the ninth floor is the food court and on the first basement level at MBIC Mall, visitors can find character products related to some of their favorite Hallyu stars. Character items include (but are not limited to) cushions, notebooks, mugs, t-shirts, postcards, stickers, mobile phone screen cleaners, and mechanical pencils featuring the comedians from Muhan Dojeon (Infinity Challenge) and other popular stars. 


Seoul(Songpa-gu)

JDX targets customers in their thirties and forties, boasting both fashionable and functional golf wear. Aside from excellent functioality, it is a rising brand thanks to its sponsorship on behalf of golf tournaments, professional golfers and to frequent TV commercials. JDX at Munjeong-dong is directly run by the company and has more latest and markdown items than its other branch stores.


Busan(Haeundae-gu) , Haeundae

Established in Icheon (Gyeonggido), Kwangjuyo inherits the spirit of Kwangju Government Kiln that used to supply ceramics to royal families. Using natural materials and handmade process, Kwangjuyo aims to not only continue the fine tradition of reflecting natural beauty, but also reinterpret traditional patterns and materials of ceramics to modern sensibility.


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

First opened in June 2003, Pungwoldang is a cultural salon for classical music enthusiasts. It's filled with music albums and houses seminars, travel services, and a café. There are over 11,000 music albums (classical music CDs/DVDs and opera CDs) and a diversity of seminars related to classical music. Visitors can watch music-related movies free of charge and can receive a 50% discount at the café with each album purchase.


Seoul(Gangnam-gu)

a# offers items from the top-notch global corporation, Apple. It has virtually every Apple item from desktop computers to laptops, computer accessories, and electronics. In particular, a# in COEX Mall offers a wide variety of speakers from Apple and other brands.


Seoul(Jung-gu) , Namdaemun・Seoul-Station

Jangan Accessory Shopping Center for a long time has offerd unique accessories with colorful designs. Each shop boasts its own items, different from other stores.


Seoul(Gangnam-gu) , Apgujeong・Cheongdamdong

Established by Olivier Baussan, Loccitane has its roots in the French Provincial style. It is a brand focusing on overall "wellbeing": the harmony of sensual pleasure and mental bliss. It is one of the first brands in Korea to use essential oils and natural ingredients in all its product lines.


Seoul(Jung-gu) , Namdaemun・Seoul-Station

Thanks to its rich history, Namdaemun Shopping Center boasts not only an impressive array of items, but items not available elsewhere. For instance, visitors can find all kinds of hard-to-get camera parts and accessories. Local products from across the country are also readily available in Namdaemun Shopping Center.


Gyeongsangnam-do(Geochang-gun)

The Lotte Department Store Ulsan Branch, situated in Ulsan-si Nam-gu, provides a 9-theater cinema complex and Korea’s largest public Ferris wheel that overlooks the East Sea. The Ulsan branch also houses themed restaurants, a multi-plaza, and a 4,628m² Lotte World Plaza that is connected to the department store for cultural events from all over the world, providing a high-quality shopping experience for the citizens of Ulsan. Store hours are from 10:30am to 8:00pm with extended hours on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays. It is closed for one Monday a month.