Bukchon Gwang[Tax Refund Shop](북촌광)

Bukchon Gwang[Tax Refund Shop](북촌광)

Bukchon Gwang is a traditional design accessory brand that harmonizes the traditional mood of Bukchon Hanok Village with modern light (Gwang). Through neat products completed by an artisan’s touch, it delivers the dignity and peaceful value of Korean aesthetics to customers’ spaces.

– Address : 4, Bukchon-ro 11ra-gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul

※ Presentation Information
– Fair Day
Monday – Sunday

– Information and Guides
0507-1332-4032

– Opening Hours
10:00~17:00

– Parking
Not available

– Restroom
Not available

– Items for Sale
Food products, Alcohol / tobacco

◎ Nearby Tourism Infobox

⊙ GRANDHAND. Gahoe (그랑핸드 가회점)

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– Homepage
granhand.com

Launched in 2014 at a small hanok in Bukchon Hanok Village, this Korean perfume brand now has nine stores around Seoul. With no advertisements or online sales, GRANDHAND has preserved its roots for years. GRANDHAND. Gahoe located amidst the beautiful surroundings of Bukchon Hanok Village and various art museums has customers of all ages and nationalities.

⊙ Seoul Hiking Tourism Center – Bugaksan Branch (서울도심등산관광센터(북악산))

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– Homepage
www.instagram.com/seoulhikingtourism_official

The Bugaksan branch of Seoul Hiking Tourism Center is located on Samcheong-dong Culture Street and provides various services to hikers. It provides hiking course guidance and information (available in Korean, English, Chinese, and Japanese) about the mountains of Seoul, including Bukhansan, Bugaksan, and Inwangsan Mountains, as well as promotional materials such as Seoul hiking tourism guidebooks and maps. Also, it operates hiking tour programs with various themes every week for foreigners and offers hiking gear rental services such as hiking boots, hiking attire, trekking poles, gloves, and crampons for foreigners. (Koreans accompanied by foreigners can also rent the gear.) In addition, there is a storage locker and lounge for visitors, so they can pack up and rest before hiking.

⊙ Bukchon Museum (북촌생활사박물관)

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– Homepage
cafe.daum.net/namu3579

– Tel
+82-2-736-3957

The Bukchon Museum displays items that have been collected from Bukchon, a historical village that was once home to the nation’s nobility. The museum was founded to observe urban development that took place in the recent decades through collected and preserved veryday household items that were used by Bukchon residents. Visitors are even allowed to touch items on display to better be able to imagine life in Korea before industrialization.

⊙ Danha(단하)

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– Homepage
https://www.danhaseoul.com

BLACKPINK’s “HOW YOU LIKE THAT” music video created a sensation, reaching 100 million views within 32 hours of its release. The most noteworthy part of the music video was the hanbok they wore. Danha, which was in charge of making the costumes, improved the traditional hanbok and completely recreated it as a stage costume, garnering attention from all over the world. Danha is famous for designing hanboks using traditional patterns. The patterns engraved on the clothes in the BLACKPINK music video used the phoenix design pattern of the royal cloth. Danha’s hanbok can be purchased through the online shop, and if you want to have it custom-made, you can visit Danha Maison after making a reservation.

⊙ Gahoe Museum (가회민화박물관)

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– Homepage
http://www.gahoemuseum.org/

– Tel
+82-2-741-0466

Opened in 2002, Gahoe Museum exhibits folk paintings and amulets reflecting the lifestyle and wishes of the Korean people from ancient times. Inside the Hanok gallery, visitors can immerse themselves in the traditions of Korea, including old paintings depicting people’s lifestyle in the past and religious beliefs, and roof tiles in the shape of humans or goblins. Visitors will also find folding screens and religious objects used in the past that show skills and knowledge of Korean ancestors.

⊙ Dong-Lim Knot Museum (동림매듭박물관)

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– Homepage
www.shimyoungmi.com

– Tel
+82-2-3673-2778

Opened in April 2004, Dong-Lim Knot Museum exhibits a variety of decorative traditional Korean maedeup (knots): norigae for hanbok, belts, pouches, as well as materials like thread, cord, and accessories. Housed in a hanok, a traditional Korean house, the gallery has a variety of exhibits, including old and new artwork, and creations that reflect modern trends.

⊙ Samcheong-dong Street (삼청동길)

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– Homepage
www.visitseoul.net

It is said that Samcheong-dong was named from the story about the three “cheong” (Chinese character meaning clean) of the area, namely the mountain, water, and people. Another theory is that the origin of the region’s name came from Samcheongjeon Hall where three tablets called “Taecheong,” “Sangcheong,” and “Okcheong,” were set up based on Taoism. Samcheong-dong Street features a mixture of old scenes of hanok buildings with traditional beauty and modern scenes of galleries and cafés, creating a unique atmosphere. Visitors can feel the abundant cultural mood at every corner of the street through the art galleries, museums, antique shops, and quiet pathways.

⊙ World Jewellery Museum (세계장신구박물관)

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– Homepage
www.wjm.or.kr

– Tel
+82-2-730-1610

Situated in the gallery district in the back alley of Samcheong-dong (east of Gyeongbokgung Palace), the World Jewellery Museum houses 3,000 jewelry pieces from 60 countries, which have been collected over 30 years. Of which, 1,000 have been selected for display. The first floor contains an Amber Wall that goes back as far as 50 million years, the Golden Hall (El Dorado), the Necklace Hall, and the solemn Alter of the Cross. The second floor holds a mask wall, rings, beads and ivory as well as modern jewelry.

⊙ Woo Joo Yon Clinic (우주연한의원)

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Woojooyon Clinic takes an integrative approach considering the patient’s overall health. Rather than merely treating the affected area, we listen to the patient’s story, understand their daily life, and focus on identifying and correcting the root causes of imbalances in the body. Our goal is to pursue true healing and happiness by treating with a delicate touch that connects with the patient’s soul. We aim to restore the body to its original state, ensuring a holistic examination of both body and mind, as well as habits and personality. Woojooyon Clinic is committed to helping patients regain a healthy life by applying the wisdom of traditional Korean medicine. We value our relationships with patients and strive to always do our best.

⊙ Pyunkang Yul Flagship & Tea house (편강 율 플래그십&티하우스)

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– Homepage
www.instagram.com/pyunkangyul_teahouse/

Pyunkang Yul Flagship & Tea house is a cafe in Bukchon Hanok Village near Gyeongbokgung Palace. The first floor is a teahouse where one can enjoy Korean tea infused with traditional ingredients and delightful desserts with a view of the cafe’s serene garden, and the second floor is a flagship store of Pyeongang Yul, a K-beauty brand known for integrating hanbang (traditional Korean medicine) in their skincare products. The third floor features a rooftop that offers a sweeping view of the Bukchon Hanok Village and Gyeongbokgung Palace.