Sushigen (스시겐)

5.2Km 2020-02-11

6-12, Yanghwa-ro 7-gil, Mapo-gu, Seoul
+82-3144-7733

Sushigen is a restaurant where you can experience a truly traditional Japanese setting. At this establishment, there are two 'Idamaes' that prepare sushi in front of guests as soon as it is ordered. The skill of these sushi chefs carry a well-known reputation of excellence, guaranteeing perfection. In addition, though all the fresh fish is top-grade, it is served at affordable prices; the Chirashi is especially to die for. The Jjangkkonembi, steamed eggs, and fried tofu make a perfect companion to alcohol. Sushigen is a restaurant in pursuit of a fusion feel, with the melodies of jazz tickling the ears as soon as you walk in. The unique atmosphere and interior design make this a special place for dining. Additionally, all servers speak fluent Japanese, while the chefs present their diverse skills in a saxophone performance, making the dining experience at Sushigen even more memorable.

Bugak Skyway Palgakjeong Pavilion (북악스카이 팔각정)

5.2Km 2024-12-31

267 Bugaksan-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul

Bugak Skyway Palgakjeong Pavilion exudes a tranquil, serene beauty regardless of the season. The pavilion, which sits on Bugaksan's 1,652,900 square meter summit at an altitude of 345 meters, was built in a traditional Korean-style and became a popular attraction within the city. There are also spaces for visitors to enjoy food and drinks.

Seoul Fringe Festival (서울프린지페스티벌)

5.2Km 2025-07-24

84-3 Seongmisan-ro 13-gil, Mapo-gu, Seoul
+82-2-325-8150

Seoul Fringe Festival has been held every summer annually since 1998. The festival is open to artists of all genres, from dance to music and media art. Due to the open style and non-competitive element of the festival, artists and festival-goers alike are free to express themselves however they choose.

Korea Furniture Museum (한국가구박물관)

5.2Km 2024-10-29

121 Daesagwan-ro, Seongbuk-gu, Seoul

The Korea Furniture Museum, located on a hill in Seongbuk-dong, Seoul, is a special museum that displays items related to Korea's traditional living culture. The museum exhibits wooden furniture made in the late Joseon dynasty by material (persimmon tree, maple tree, paulownia tree, zelkova tree, pine tree, papers, etc.), by the type of space (men’s quarters, women’s quarters, kitchen, etc.), and by regional characteristics. It also exhibits interior decorations, flower walls, chimneys, and yards, as well as ten traditional Korean houses.
This museum operates through a guided tour (maximum of 20 people per group) only, suitable for showing Korea's housing culture that harmonizes furniture and nature. The old household items, “furniture,” are displayed in rooms outside glass storage boxes, allowing visitors to experience a beautiful traditional culture.
Since it was selected as the official luncheon venue for the spouses of leaders of 20 countries at the 2010 G20 Seoul Summit, there has been a steady stream of state guests and worldwide celebrities, including Chinese President Xi Jinping and his wife, the German President, the Prime Minister of Hungary, the Prime Minister of Singapore, the King and Queen of Belgium, the King of Sweden, the head of the IMF, and movie stars Brad Pitt, and Victoria Beckham.

In addition, it was selected as the "most beautiful museum in Seoul” by CNN in 2011. The museum also served as an interview location for BTS members, who are receiving global attention. As such, it is attracting attention as a representative tourist destination in Seoul and a cultural space preferred by government ministries and companies. Tours require reservations, which can be made through the website.

The Hyundai Seoul (더현대 서울)

5.2Km 2024-07-22

108 Yeoui-daero, Yeongdeungpo-gu, Seoul

The Hyundai Seoul, an ultra-modern flagship store, is located in the heart of Seoul, the center of globally trending K-content. Under the slogan of "Echoes for the Future," The Hyundai Seoul presents the vision for a happier tomorrow and standards for new life. Featuring an innovative design of spaces, global content curation, and, even, futuristic technologies, The Hyundai Seoul is the most prominent new global landmark in Seoul. At The Hyundai Seoul, the latest global trends in interior and architectural design can be witnessed from encounters with novel materials, the balance between planes and lines, and creative interior design filled with light. As soon as one steps into The Hyundai Seoul, the Sounds Forest and Waterfall Garden welcome them with open arms. This incredible piece of nature encountered in such a high-tech structure designed for the future is amazingly beautiful. A vast 3,306-square-meter indoor garden with natural grass and sunlight falling through the glass ceiling located some 20 meters high delivers echoes of a forest to all visitors. Art is a language in the broadest category that can be felt and empathized with without speaking. A large 595-square-meter three-dimensional exhibit instantaneously and overwhelmingly stimulates inspiration as soon as one enters. Inspiration for better lives and communication for culture start here. An artwork by Studio Swine designed with a message from nature - Unite & Shine, STUDIO SWINE - and appreciated by the audience that feels and enjoys it meets with high-end brands on the Exclusive Label (1F) floor.

Sculp - Seogyo Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (스컬프 서교)

5.2Km 2024-04-23

16-16, Yanghwa-ro 8-gil, Mapo-gu, Seoul

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Fairmont Ambassador Seoul (페어몬트 앰배서더 서울 (Fairmont Ambassador Seoul))

5.2Km 2024-11-07

108 Yeoui-daero, Yeongdeungpo-gu, Seoul

◎ Travel information to meet Hallyu’s charm - "Strange Lawyer Woo Young-woo"

In the drama, an incident occurred during a wedding ceremony held at this hotel, and it is the place where Youngwoo visited to investigate. It is a 5-star luxury hotel with 308 rooms, and it is very impressive to see the skyline and view of Seoul. As it is close to Hangang Park as well as Hyundai Department Store and IFC Mall, it is the perfect place to stay, relax and enjoy shopping at the same time.

Olive Young - Hapjeong Café Street Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (올리브영 합정카페거리)

5.3Km 2024-04-22

13, Dongmak-ro, Mapo-gu, Seoul

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Okdongsik (옥동식)

5.3Km 2024-02-22

44-10 Yanghwa-ro 7-gil, Mapo-gu, Seoul

Okdongsik specializes in clear pork bone soup, known as dwaeji gomtang. Its distinctive feature lies in the exceptionally clear broth made from only the meat of pig forelegs and hind legs. The signature dish is dwaeji gomtang, and alongside it, they also offer kimchi mandu, perfect for enjoying with the soup. With thinly sliced meat and a savory yet light broth, it has garnered much love and appreciation.

Yurae hoegwan (유래회관)

5.3Km 2021-03-29

196, Majang-ro, Seongdong-gu, Seoul
+82-2-2293-8866

It is a restaurant where you can enjoy Korean beef sirloin with a tradition of 57 years. This Korean dishes restaurant is located in Seongdong-gu, Seoul. The representative menu is grilled sirloin.

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