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Mountain retreat, flower studio and Pixar pop-up
Discover true self through nature at Romyzian Garden When life feels dull and everyday routines become tiring and noisy, Romyzian Garden may offer a place of peace and comfort through nature. Located on the serene slopes of Garisan, a mountain in Jeongseon, Gangwon Province, the unique garden is a 1
July 19, 2024 - 09:01:40
Discover your perfect colors, Banksy and unique pies
Flattering colors How do you put together clothes, makeup and jewelry to look your absolute best is an everyday question for personal color consultants. They recommend colors that are flattering to you based on your complexion, draping fabric swatches across your shoulders to screen which shades --
July 12, 2024 - 09:01:44
Vintage cafe, house of horrors and running as art
Vintage cafe in timeworn Haebangchon Perched on the steep slopes of Seoul's Namsan, Haebangchon is a neighborhood where the past seems to exist alongside the present. Narrow uphill roads wind through a cluttered landscape where pedestrians and buses jostle for space, beneath the canopy of tangled po
July 5, 2024 - 09:48:18
Treat yourself to tequila, multisensory art and rich desserts
Jose Cuervo pop-up store If you are with friends and family at Lotte World Tower in Songpa-gu, southwest Seoul, this weekend, stop by the shopping complex’s latest pop-up store, featuring tequila brand Jose Cuervo. Located on the first floor of Lotte World Tower, the Jose Cuervo pop-up store offers
June 28, 2024 - 09:01:14
Popular select shop, unique souvenirs and nighttime stroll at Deoksugung
Kith Seoul emerges as Seoul’s premier flagship store Seongsu-dong has become a hot spot for young locals and international tourists alike. Among the bustling streets, the newest attraction drawing crowds is Kith’s flagship store, which opened its doors on May 31. Originating from New York, Kith is b
June 21, 2024 - 09:01:32
Reflect on time through jewelry, postcards and seasonal cuisine
Rethinking gemstones Precious stones are valued for their beauty, which comes from the intricate patterns and translucency they possess. These gem-quality crystals require an almost infinite amount of time to develop. “Cartier, Crystallization of Time,” an exhibition at Dongdaemun Design Plaza in Se
June 14, 2024 - 09:01:22
Playful animated characters, street dance fest
Even in bustling Hongdae in Mapo-gu, Seoul, you can feel a peaceful rural sensibility if you find the right place. Follow narrow and winding alleys and you will find just such a mood at a tiny shop named Kohukku Market. Named "Kohukku," which means "happiness" in Japanese, the store sells character
June 7, 2024 - 09:01:03
Fruity gelato, palace library and cat exhibition
Gnocchi Bar turns into summer fruit market Gnocchi Bar, a restaurant specializing in gnocchi in Hannam-dong, central Seoul that opened in 2018, has introduced a new seasonal menu, turning the store into a summer fruit market. Under the new theme, the restaurant is decorated with lemons, oranges, dra
May 31, 2024 - 09:00:58
Explore aquatic life, Nordic art, world food
Explore Play Aquarium Bucheon Feast your eyes on colorful fish and remarkable marine life at Play Aquarium Bucheon in Bucheon, Gyeonggi Province. Though Play Aquarium Bucheon is not as big as the country’s better-known aquariums -- Lotte Aquarium and Coex Aquarium -- it still has everything there is
May 24, 2024 - 09:00:43
Luck of the draw
Revisit legendary comics at National Library, take in works by pop art masters, or relax in modern hotel with classic Korean inn vibe Explore legendary Korean comics Visit the National Library of Korea this weekend to explore a special exhibition that delves into the history of Korean comics, or ma
May 17, 2024 - 09:01:40
Art at the beach, vinyl cafe and animation exhibition
Enjoy art, beaches in Busan For those who plan to visit Busan this weekend and also happen to love art, Busan's largest art fair is not to be missed. The four-day art fair has returned, bringing together 129 galleries from 20 countries at Bexco. Special exhibitions such as “Herstory,” which highlig
May 10, 2024 - 09:01:12
Reptiles, Hangeul-theme cafe and circus on Nodeul Island
Explore world of reptiles Gecko‘s Republic, located right around the corner from Mangwon Station on Subway Line No. 6, is a mini reptile zoo housing a wide range of unique reptile species, including chameleons, turtles and lizards. The two-story building is an inviting spot not only for reptile ent
May 3, 2024 - 09:01:14
More than a library, street dance fests and glimpse of Venice Biennale
More than a library Throw yourself into the endless rows of bookshelves filled with various kinds of books. Located in Jung-gu, Seoul, near major transportation hub Seoul Station, Sohn Kee-chung Culture Library is a calm, peaceful library surrounded by a beautifully landscaped park and a walking tra
April 26, 2024 - 09:00:58
Life in miniature, spaces in time
Life in miniature Miniatures, or tiny meticulous artworks, are intuitive. No one has to be schooled about the way they should be looked at or studied. And that only puts added pressure on the artist to create a message navigating analogies and twists, without losing anyone in the process. Tatsuya Ta
April 19, 2024 - 09:01:13
Late bloomers
Cherry blossoms, spring poems and warm bowl of soup Enjoy last-minute cherry blossoms with less crowding With the arrival of spring in earnest in the last week or so, popular cherry blossom destinations in Seoul like Yeouido and Seokchon Lake have been packed with people day and night. If you wish t
April 12, 2024 - 09:01:36
