Seoul(Jongno-gu) , Insadong・Jongnon

The only knife specialty shop in Korea, this Insadong gallery is home to over 6,000 knives from all over the world. They include traditional Korean and Japanese knives, Chinese knives, decorative knives, knives by some famous artists, and knives shown in movies. There are a variety of knives for both daily and decorative uses. Customers who order custom knives may observe the entire manufacturing process. 


Seoul(Jung-gu) , Myeongdong

The Lotte Duty Free Shop is located at the center of Seoul, close to popular tourism destinations such as Gyeongbokgung Palace, Mt. Namsan, Itaewon, and popular shopping areas like Namdaemun Market. The Lotte Duty Free Shop is a one-stop shopping complex providing over 30 boutiques that offer shoppers a wide range of products.  In 2001, the Lotte Duty Free Shop underwent a redesign for foreigners, allocating a separate area on the 11th floor for traditional Korean products and renovating the 10th floor with a new concept of imported products. A large parking facility is also available for customers of the Lotte Department Store and Lotte Hotel, able to provide parking for over 2,000 vehicles.


Seoul(Gangnam-gu) , Apgujeong・Cheongdamdong

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.  


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(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(Gangseo-gu) , The Western Part of the Seoul

Lotte Mall Gimpo Airport is Korea’s first and largest lifestyle shopping complex with shops, hotel, entertainment facilities, and theme park all in one place. It has 5 basement floors and 9 above-ground stories built on a large 195,000㎡ field. The complex is surrounded by a natural ecological park named ‘Sky Park.’ On the top of the complex is an observatory from which people can see airplanes landing or taking off at the Gimpo Airport. With Subway Lines 5 and 9, and Airport Railroad (AREX) connected to the mall by an underground walkway, it is easily accessible by public transportation.


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.  


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(Jung-gu) , Myeongdong

Kumkang is a representative shoe brand of Korea (sneakers, casual shoes, etc.) that is gradually expanding its product line to include accessories and clothing.The Kumkang branch located on Myeongdong Street is frequented by international visitors and offers larger sized shoes (at the plus-size section) and an after service center (4F). Some of the bestsellers at the branch are Regal products, a sub-brand of Kumkang.


Busan(Jung-gu) , Nampo-dong(Jagalchi Market)

Nampo-dong Underground Shopping Center has become one of Busan's most bustling commercial centers due to it's convenient location between Busan Jagalchi subway station and Nampo-dong subway station. The large indoor shopping space (length 517m, x_width 25-34m) also provides a much-adored resting spot for the locals, equipped with the latest central heating and air conditioning systems and equipment. As the gateway of the 21st century’s top tourist city, this shopping center sits between Busan Jagalchi Market and Busan Gukge Market. Busan International Film Festival is also held nearby, attracting quite a few foreign tourists. A variety of items are available, including ladies apparel, mens apparel, casual clothing, brands, designer clothes, handicrafts and accessories.