As soon as I stepped off the plane, the distinct breeze mixed with the salty scent of Jeju welcomed me. On the way to the Jungmun Tourist Complex (Jungmun Gwangwang Danji) in my rental car, my stomach was already growling loudly. Today's lunch is the quintessential Jeju meal: black pork (Heuk-dwaeji). Located on a…
Gyeongju's afternoon is an especially deep shade of green. If you walk along the landscape where the ancient tombs of Daereungwon(Daereungwon) stretch out in gentle curves, your footsteps naturally head toward the alleys of Hwangnam-dong(Hwangnam-dong). Following the pleasant aroma of food carried on the breeze, I…
The wind in Busan feels a little saltier and more energetic than anywhere else. Walking through the alleys of Gamjeon-dong, Sasang-gu, a subtle, spicy aroma brushes against your nose and stops you in your tracks. Forty years may seem like just a number, but the history contained within the stone plates at 77 Dol…
Gangwon-do Yanggu has always been a quiet travel destination kept in a corner of my heart. I arrived in Yanggu-eup after driving for a while along the green mountain ridges passing by the car window. As I walked down the quiet alleys, a savory charcoal scent tickling the tip of my nose made me stop in my tracks. My…
One afternoon when the wind had grown quite chilly, I stepped into a narrow alley in Dadong(다동). It has a modest entrance that one might overlook if passing by without care, but inside lies 'Yonggeumok(용금옥)', which has silently endured for 90 long years. Encountering the sign stating that it has kept this spot since…
The air in Cheongsong is exceptionally clear in the morning. Dalgi Mineral Spring (Dalgi Yaksu-teo), which you can find after descending along the foot of Juwangsan Mountain (Juwangsan), has been flowing unchanged for 400 long years. The alkaline mineral water, mixed with sparkling carbonated components, has been…
On the way to Jinju (Jinju), the scenery of the Namgang River (Namgang) passing by the window felt exceptionally peaceful. Upon opening the door to 'Jinju Tongdak', located near Jinyangho Lake (Jinyangho), it stimulated a strange sense of nostalgia as if I had gone on a time travel. The thick scent of time, which only…
These days, with a rather chilly breeze mixed into the air, there are days when I suddenly long for a movie and a thoughtful meal at the same time. On such days, the place that unfailingly comes to mind is 'Cine de Chef' located in Apgujeong, Sinsa-dong. I visited to take a deep breath in the heart of Gangnam and gift…
Driving along the coastal road of Gujwa-eup in the east of Jeju naturally calms the mind. As I cracked the car window open, the salty yet refreshing scent of the sea wafted in. The destination I reached, hearing the sound of emerald waves crashing on Sehwa Beach (Sehwa Haebyeon), was 'Sora Hoetjip', situated right…
On a weekend when the sunshine was exceptionally cozy, I headed to Cheongnyong-dong, Geumjeong-gu, Busan. Perhaps because it was near Beomeosa (Temple), the air felt different. As I rolled down the window, the scent of the forest and a cool mountain breeze brushed against my cheeks. Days like these make you want to…
After exiting through Exit 4 of Euljiro 4-ga Station (을지로4가역) and walking about 100 meters along a narrow alley, the bustle of the city fades away. Woo Lae Oak (우래옥) stands where you can feel the aura of an aged building. Facing the exterior of this place, which has held its spot since 1946, a sense of gravitas…
The first place I visited upon arriving in Jeonju was 'Hankook Jip', which has silently held its ground for over 70 years. As you walk along the quiet alleys of Eojin-gil in Wansan-gu, the old yet neat tiled roof welcomes travelers. The history of this place, which began in 1952, held a meaning beyond that of a simple…
When traveling, people often hunt for flashy, famous restaurants, but sometimes, I crave a warm 'home-cooked meal' that fills a corner of my heart. That was the case on the day I visited 'Sanya', nestled between apartment complexes in Bugok-dong, Imhang-ro, Donghae-si. As soon as I opened the door, the savory scent of…
Every trip to Sokcho (Sokcho) starts with the briny yet heartwarming scent of the sea. As you walk along Jungangbudu-gil (Central Pier Road), there is a place that catches your feet with a savory charcoal aroma that tickles the tip of your nose. It is '88 Saengseongui', a local institution of Sokcho. The scenery,…
Near Jongno 5-ga Station, the back alleys of Dongdaemun Comprehensive Market (Dongdaemun Jonghap Sijang) are always bustling with people. As you walk along the narrow alleys, the thick, slow-cooked scent of chicken broth tickles your nose. The sign for 'Jinokhwa Halmae Wonjo Dakhanmari', which has kept its place since…
Walking through the alleys of Jungang-ro in Pohang, the subtle scent of herbs makes you stop in your tracks. 'Sanchon Sikdang', located at 13-4, Jungang-ro 298beon-gil, Buk-gu, Pohang-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do, is a special place where you can encounter the spirit of Odaesan (Mount Odae) in Gangwon-do, even in a city…
In Yangyang, Gangwon-do, there is a subtle, savory scent mixed into the cool breeze that greets you when you open the window. At 155, Hwasangcheon-ro, Hyeonnam-myeon, where the road winds and turns, stands 'Ibam Buckwheat Town (Ibam Memil Town),' which has been quietly holding its place for a long 40 years. The…
There are days when one suddenly longs for a hot and honest meal. As you walk between the forest of buildings in Jongno 1-ga, the heart of Seoul, you notice spaces where the flow of time seems strangely different. Among them, 'Sinseunggwan (신승관)' located at 19, Jong-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul, which has silently held its…
As I drive along Samhwa-ro in Donghae, I find my heart feeling inexplicably relaxed. With the windows slightly rolled down, the scent of earth and fresh grass gently brushes against my nose to greet me. The place I visited today is 'Gulttukchon,' located at 253-6, Samhwa-ro, Donghae-si, Gangwon-do. This was not just a…
Near Seocho Station (서초역), Seocho-daero (서초대로) is always filled with busy people and non-stop traffic. There is a space that feels as if a green comma was suddenly dropped between the buildings. That is 'Seoseokdae (서석대).' When you enter the spacious 140-pyeong area, the first thing that catches your eye is the lush…
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