Trip Moments Recommendations
Shasta Daisy Attraction 'Byeonsan Masilgil Trail Course 2'
Byeonsan Masilgil Trail Course 2 is a popular spot where you can see Shasta daisies in May and June. You can enjoy a panoramic view of the sea along with the Shasta daisies that resemble fried eggs!
You can visit by searching for Songpo Port on your navigation system, and you need to hike for about 10 minutes along the trail connected to the mountain to see the daisies!
It's a great place for taking photos, so be aware that it tends to be crowded during the Shasta daisy season!
📍Byeonsan Masilgil Trail Course 2
▫️Location: 8-8 Norumok-gil, Byeonsan-myeon, Buan-gun, Jeollabuk-do
Essential Course for Yeosu Travel: Goso-dong Mural Village
Goso-dong Mural Village is one of the must-visit places when traveling to Yeosu. It's a place where you can spend time walking through the alleys, admiring the charming murals, and taking photos. There are also many cafes and small shops in Goso-dong Mural Village, making it a great place to explore and take a break! If you're traveling to Yeosu, make sure to visit here!
📍Goso-dong Mural Village
▫️Location: 268, Goso-dong, Yeosu-si, Jeollanam-do
Haedong Yonggungsa Temple with Many Beautiful Spots
Haedong Yonggungsa Temple has a bamboo photo zone.
It's a place that looks even more beautiful in person.
I never knew bamboo could be this beautiful.
Busan Haedong Yonggungsa Temple
86 Yonggung-gil, Gijang-eup, Gijang-gun, Busan
Opening hours: 04:30 ~ 19:20
Admission is free
Parking: 2,000 KRW for the first 30 minutes
500 KRW for every additional 10 minutes
Haedong Yonggungsa Temple where you can see the 12 Zodiac Animals.
At the entrance, we are greeted by the 12 Zodiac Animals.
Rat, Ox, Tiger, Rabbit, Dragon, Snake, Horse, Goat, Monkey, Rooster, Dog, Pig.
It's a must to take a photo with your zodiac animal.
Busan Haedong Yonggungsa Temple
86 Yonggung-gil, Gijang-eup, Gijang-gun, Busan
Opening hours: 04:30 ~ 19:20
Admission is free
Parking: First 30 minutes 2,000 KRW
500 KRW for every 10 minutes thereafter
Haedong Yonggungsa Temple with a view of the sea.
There is an entrance if you go to the left from the parking lot.
It's not far and the entrance comes up quickly.
Haedong Yonggungsa is a temple that grants one wish.
That's why there are 12 zodiac wish candles.
Busan Haedong Yonggungsa
86 Yonggung-gil, Gijang-eup, Gijang-gun, Busan
Admission hours: 04:30 ~ 19:20
Admission is free.
Parking: First 30 minutes 2,000 KRW
500 KRW for every 10 minutes thereafter.
Hidden Gem with Ocean View Not Found on Maps: Gung Hang Village Observatory
Located near the Il Mare Bakery in Gyeokpo, the Gung Hang Village Observatory is a hidden gem that doesn't appear on maps. This free observatory offers stunning views of the ocean and Gung Hang Village after just a 2-minute climb. It's a perfect spot for a peaceful and relaxing time by the sea, so be sure to visit!
📍Gung Hang Village Observatory
▫️Location: San 59-2, Gyeokpo-ri, Byeonsan-myeon, Buan-gun, Jeollabuk-do
(If the location doesn't appear, set your GPS to Il Mare Bakery!)
Enjoy coffee while admiring the sea at 'Sweet Coffee'
Located near Gyeokpo Beach, this cafe is perfect for enjoying drinks with a view of the ocean.
With a clean interior and large windows, you can enjoy an ocean view from anywhere in the cafe.
There are bar tables with ocean views, making it a great spot for solo visitors to comfortably enjoy the sea view. Visit to relax and heal while gazing at the endless blue sea!
📍Sweet Coffee (Chaseokgang Sea Hotel Branch)
▫️Location: B1, Sea Hotel Building, 38 Chaseokgang-gil, Byeonsan-myeon, Buan-gun, Jeollabuk-do
▫️Business Hours: Daily 09:00 - 21:00
→ Last Order 20:30
(Shortened hours once a week on weekdays (variable))
Gyeokpo Port: One of the 100 Beautiful Fishing Villages in Korea
Gyeokpo Port, located in Gyeokpo-ri, Byeonsan-myeon, Buan-gun, is a central hub for maritime transportation connected to islands such as Wido, Gogunsan Archipelago, and Hongdo in the West Sea. The area around Gyeokpo Port is also known for its abundant and flavorful seafood from the clean waters of the West Sea. There are seafood markets, sashimi restaurants, and other eateries around Gyeokpo Port, so be sure to visit them as well!
📍Gyeokpo Port
▫️Location: Gyeokpo-ri, Byeonsan-myeon, Buan-gun, Jeollabuk-do
Value-for-money sandwich shop 'Earthware'
A new cafe located in Sinpung-dong, Gimje-si, which opened not long ago.
Earthware means earthenware, symbolizing the essence contained within rather than the rough exterior. You can enjoy coffee and sandwiches at reasonable prices, with an Americano for 1,800 KRW and a sandwich for 5,500 KRW.
It's conveniently located in downtown Gimje, making it easy to visit!
(14-minute walk from Gimje Station!)
📍Earthware
▫️Location: 3rd shop, 1st floor, 96 Geumseong-ro, Gimje-si, Jeollabuk-do
▫️Business hours: Daily 08:00 - 20:00
→ Last order at 19:30
A park with beautiful scenery and photo zones, 'Sunset Park of Love'.
Located near Byeonsan Beach.
It is named 'Sunset Park of Love' as it is a place where couples share their love while viewing the sunset, with a clear view of Wido, Sangwangdeungdo, Biindo, and Gogunsan Archipelago in the distance. It's a great place to take a break while traveling, with many photo zones perfect for taking pictures.
Make sure to visit and enjoy the stunning sea views!
📍Sunset Park of Love
▫️Location: 2100 Byeonsan-ro, Buan-gun, Jeollabuk-do
A perfect spot for a short break: 'Jamboree Scenic Rest Area'
The scenic rest area, formerly known as Windy Corner, got its name from the frequent winds and the protruding shape of the land. It is a place designed to offer a panoramic view of the 2023 Saemangeum 25th World Scout Jamboree, making it an ideal spot to take a moment of relaxation while feeling the breeze.
At night, you can see constellation lights inside the roof!
📍Jamboree Scenic Rest Area
▫️Location: Baekryeon-ri, Haseo-myeon, Buan-gun, Jeollabuk-do
Souvenir Shop Shikoku Shop 88 near Takamatsu Station
Operating Hours: 10:00-21:00
Address: 2-1 Sunport, Takamatsu, Kagawa 760-0019
✔️This souvenir shop is located on the first floor of the Symbol Tower. They have the most Yadon-related souvenirs here! There's also a place where you can take pictures with Yadon, so if you like Yadon, be sure to visit!
✔️The Yadon photo booth costs 600 yen and does not give change, so I exchanged money at the souvenir shop.
✔️They also have udon and olive-related products. The price of olive cider here is not much different from other places (about 100 yen difference), so I bought and drank it here. It's quite good, so give it a try!
Can you believe this price? The best value sushi restaurant Setono Matsuri Sushi Hyogomachi branch.
Operating hours: 11:00-22:00
Address: 11-5 Hyogomachi, Takamatsu, Kagawa 760-0033
✔️I arrived right when they opened and got a seat, but it was full shortly after! So if you arrive during lunchtime, expect a wait.
✔️Menu starts from 100 yen! Even the 100 yen items were quite good. You can order single items or sets. Order according to your preference!
✔️Order a lot at once... As it gets crowded, it takes quite a while for the food to come out 😅😅
✔️If you're not a sushi expert, I highly recommend the menu items with mayo and cheese... I ate these several times ㅎㅎ
Experience Art for 200 Yen at Takamatsu City Museum of Art
Operating Hours: 09:30-17:00
Address: 10-4 Konyamachi, Takamatsu, Kagawa 760-0027
Admission Fee: 200 yen for adults for permanent exhibitions
✔️If you love culture and art, be sure to visit! While the permanent exhibition isn't very large, it's worth a look.
✔️When I visited, there were three exhibitions to see. The main one was curated by children, who chose works based on the theme of color. There were also craft exhibitions and displays of works by local residents.
✔️It's close to the start of the arcade, so it's a good idea to visit the exhibition early in the morning and then start your day.
Hot Spots in Myeong-dong for Foreigners
Many foreign tourists visit Myeong-dong for shopping! Recently, a popular spot in Myeong-dong is the Butter Shop, which has many cute and charming items.
It is a great place to find souvenirs or gifts, with reasonable prices that make it highly recommended.
📌 Location: 1st Floor, Taeheung Building, 55 Myeong-dong-gil, Jung-gu, Seoul
⏰️ Hours: 10 AM - 11 PM
Lotte Department Store Food Avenue
Lotte Department Store Dongtan's Food Avenue is famous for its fresh fruits.
Seasonal fruits are brought in daily, allowing you to enjoy fresh fruits. Although the prices are somewhat high, the premium taste is highly recommended.
There are many exotic fruits from abroad and many greenhouse-grown fruits, so you can find almost anything!
Especially these days, we recommend trying the apples!
📌 Location: Lotte Department Store Dongtan, Basement 1st Floor
⏰️ Operating Hours: 10:30 AM - 8:00 PM
Foreign Tourists' Must-Visit Shopping Course.
Right now, it's the Hallyu wave 🌟
A must-visit for foreign tourists! K-Mecca!
This place sells everything made in Korea, including idol albums and goods related to Hallyu, K-food, K-characters, and K-toys.
It's a recommended spot for foreign tourists to visit.
🌟Store Name: K-MECCA
📌 Location: 67 Namdaemun-ro, Jung-gu, Seoul
⏰️ Operating Hours: 10:30 AM - 8:30 PM
The most beautiful cafe in Changwon.
I visited Twosome Place in Changwon, which is currently the hottest cafe in the area and famous for its French toast! The interior is so stylishly decorated that I was amazed as soon as I walked in. If you go on the weekend, there's always a wait, and people line up even before it opens! I hope you all manage to get in and visit. It's quite surprising to see such a cafe in Changwon! Be sure to try the Kaymak French Toast and their signature coffee, Giri-myeo. They also have non-caffeinated drinks, which is great!
Store Name: Twosome Place Changwon Branch
Oedo Botania: A Place to Enjoy Exotic Scenery
Oedo Botania is a marine botanical garden located within Hallyeohaesang National Park. It is a popular destination filled with exotic vibes, attracting many visitors. As you walk along the trails, you can see over 1,000 species of flowers and trees. It's a great place to take a leisurely stroll, especially in spring or autumn!
📍Oedo Botania
▫️Location: 17, Oedo-gil, Irun-myeon, Geoje-si, Gyeongsangnam-do
▫️Operating Hours: Daily 09:00 - 18:00
The 'Tempozan Ferris Wheel' offers a stunning view.
This Ferris wheel boasts an impressive height of 112.5 meters, making it easily visible from afar, and is located a 30-minute subway ride from Namba in Osaka city. If you ride it during sunset, you can enjoy a beautiful sunset view, and it's free to ride with the Osaka Amazing Pass! Highly recommend the Tempozan Ferris Wheel for a great view!
📍Tempozan Ferris Wheel
▫️Location: 1-1-10 Kaigandori Minatoku, Osaka 552-0022 Osaka Prefecture
▫️Operating Hours
Weekdays: 10:00 - 21:00
Weekends: 10:00 - 22:00
Agape Garden in Iksan is a great place for a walk.
Located in Hwangdeung-myeon, Iksan-si, it's a perfect spot to walk and heal with nature. From the famous Metasequoia road to various flowers, it's a great place to explore and take photos.
Take a slow walk and go for a healing trip!
📍Agape Garden
▫️Location: 9, Yulchon-gil, Hwangdeung-myeon, Iksan-si, Jeollabuk-do
▫️Operating Hours: Closed on Mondays
09:00 - 16:00
The Whispering Birch Forest You Must Visit in Winter
The Wondae-ri Birch Forest is a natural eco-tourism destination known as the Whispering Birch Forest.
You can reach the birch forest by walking along the forest path that starts from the Birch Forest Information Center.
The white trunks and leaves shine as if covered in snow, giving an exotic feel.
It's even more beautiful when you visit in the snowy winter, so make sure to check it out!
📍Whispering Birch Forest
▫️Location: 760 Birch Forest Path, Inje-gun, Gangwon, Birch Forest Information Center
▫️Operating Hours: Closed on Mondays and Tuesdays
Summer: 09:00 - 15:00
Winter: 09:00 - 14:00
Nagoya Night View Spot 'Oasis 21'
Oasis 21 is a shopping mall located in the Sakae area, the heart of Nagoya, with various commercial facilities.
It is known as a night view spot in Nagoya. It is also famous for being a place where you can see the Chubu Electric Power Mirai Tower, a landmark of Nagoya.
It's easy for anyone to find, and you can see a beautiful night view when the lights are on, so be sure to visit!
📍Oasis 21
▫️Location: 1-11-1 Higashisakura, Higashi-Ku, Nagoya 461-0005 Aichi Prefecture
▫️Business hours: Daily 10:00 - 21:00
Hong Kong's Unique Photo Spot: Lok Wah Apartments
Lok Wah Apartments is a place where you can take unique photos from the circular rooftop of the parking lot. It started gaining popularity on social media as a photo spot and became famous as a filming location for K-pop music videos. Originally, it was a resting area for residents, but it has now become a unique photo spot for travelers. From the rooftop, you can take photos with the colorful nearby apartments as a backdrop!
📍Lok Wah Apartments (Lok Wah South Estate Parking)
▫️Location: Sau Yan Path, Ngau Tau Kok, Hong Kong
Black Tree House Swimming Pool
The pool view is great and it's an infinity pool with a forest view.
There are only a few infinity pools in Incheon.
It's private and warm, which is nice.
Yeongheungdo Pool Villa Black Tree House
1527-62, Naeri, Yeongheung-myeon, Ongjin-gun, Incheon
Check-in 15:00, Check-out 11:00
Tree House 1 room, 400,000 KRW per night
Gyeongju Soufflé Restaurant 'Hulimok'
Located in Hwangridan-gil, Gyeongju, this café is famous for its fluffy and soft soufflés.
It's a traditional Korean house café that gives a serene and warm feeling.
It's perfect to enjoy in the outdoor seating area with a yard in this weather.
Go for a healing time with a soft and sweet soufflé and a cup of coffee!
📍Hulimok
▫️Location: 1061-9 Poseok-ro, Gyeongju, Gyeongbuk
▫️Business Hours: Every day 11:00 - 20:00
→ Last order 19:30
The delicious 'Our Bakery' with its famous Dirty Choco bread.
Our Bakery is a bakery cafe that became famous for its delicious Dirty Choco.
I visited the Yongsan Station I'Park Mall branch.
It was great to spend time at a bakery hotspot while waiting for the train.
As it is Yongsan Station, it is always crowded, but there were more seats than expected.
The famous Dirty Choco was not too sweet, and you could really taste the chocolate flavor!
Both the coffee and bread are delicious, so be sure to visit!
📍Our Bakery (Yongsan I'Park Mall Branch)
▫️Location: 4th Floor, 17-2, 55 Hangang-daero 23-gil, Yongsan-gu, Seoul
▫️Business Hours: Every day 10:00 - 22:00
Encounter Europe in Qingdao at 'Xiaoyushan Park'.
Located at 60 meters, it offers a panoramic view of European-style red roofs.
The scenery from the observatory is truly beautiful.
It's a great place to take photos with the red-roofed buildings and create lasting memories.
Known as a photo spot in Qingdao on social media, it's a must-visit for those traveling to Qingdao!
📍Xiaoyushan Park
▫️Location: No.24 Fushan Slip Road, Shinan District, Qingdao 266003 China
▫️Operating Hours
Peak Season: 06:00 - 20:00
Off Season: 06:00 - 19:00
A cafe with a garden, 'End to End'.
Located near the end of Gangmun Beach.
It's a great place to relax while watching the garden change with the seasons.
There's a flower fountain in the garden, making it a popular spot for photos.
Additionally, there's a greenhouse-like space that feels like something out of a fairy tale, and this area is pet-friendly, so keep that in mind!
The croffles topped with fresh fruit are also delicious, so be sure to enjoy them with your coffee!
📍End to End
▫️Location: 245 Changhae-ro, Gangneung-si, Gangwon-do
▫️Hours: Daily 10:00 - 22:00
→ Last order at 21:30
A Must-Visit Spot in Iksan: 'Irilo Traveler's Rest'
When traveling to Iksan, this is a place you must visit.
Located in front of Iksan Station, this multi-cultural space is perfect for travelers and locals to enjoy.
Before boarding your train, you can recharge or relax in the rest area, store your luggage in the lockers, and check out Iksan merchandise. There are also Iksan travel guides available, making it a great place to start and end your Iksan journey.
For those embarking on a trip to Iksan, visit this spot to kick off your journey and purchase some Iksan souvenirs!
📍Irilo Traveler's Rest
▫️Location: 156 Iksandaero, Iksan-si, Jeollabuk-do
▫️Hours: Daily 10:00 - 20:00