Busan, center of Korea's coffee fascination

Beomridan-gil and Gijang areas offer cozy cafe destinations

City Spotlight ③ Cafe capitalAround the world, cities dubbed "coffee cities" have one thing in common. They are all scenic, walkable harbor cities like San Francisco, Portland and Seattle, the birthpl...

Ahrang Kang 2022-11-02

Becoming the country's cultural nerve center

Venues citywide host biennale as cultural amenities increase

As the famed second largest Korean city, Busan has diverse infrastructures. There are countless places to enjoy art and culture, such as art museums and theaters downtown that harmonize with the cityw...

Ahrang Kang 2022-08-31

Enchantingly notable twilight destinations

City Spotlight① Night viewsBusan, Korea's premier tourism city, is ideal for travel day or night. The topography, landmarks and skyscrapers add to the city's status as a global hub. In a new series, "...

Ahrang Kang 2022-07-29

Citywide places for World Expo-themed spaces

Progressive Centum City and peaceful Gamcheon Culture Village

The World Expo leads the globe as a progressive zeitg-eist. The spirit of which is a concentration on "progress" and "peace." Considering the mega-event's spirit, the BIE suggests candidates tailor th...

Ahrang Kang 2022-07-29

Busan-based movies compete at Cannes

Another step toward becoming a "global film city"

Cinematic City Views ⑦ Festival filmsGeumjeongsan.On May 29, films shot in Busan won awards at the 75th Cannes Film Festival. Two Korean films were in competition and three others were shown out of co...

Ahrang Kang 2022-07-01

Netflix variety show serves food and fun

A motorcycle trip to Busan for two

Cinematic City Views ⑥ The Hungry and the HairyIn December, Netflix introduced a new travel entertainment program, "The Hungry and the Hairy." Unlikely buddies "the hungry" (Jung Ji-hoon, aka Rain) an...

Ahrang Kang 2022-06-13

History unfolds Busan in historic Apple TV drama

Youn Yuh-jung stars in new epic international drama

Cinematic City Views ⑤ PachinkoThese days, a new U.S. television series, based on Min Jin Lee's novel, has captured audiences from around the world. "Pachinko" debuted on Apple TV+ March 25; new episo...

Ahrang Kang 2022-04-29

Chance encounter takes former lovers around city

Will movie magic sub-text translate to a long shot reunion?

Cinematic City Views ④ Cinema Street△Whether from 86 meters above the ocean or more than 300 meters into it, catch the perfect shot of Songdo's quiet coast.■ Happenstance and hidden memoriesRunning in...

Ahrang Kang 2022-03-31

Screen filled with sentimental seaside scenes

Coastal bookstore in "Waiting for Rain" becomes a character of its own

Cinematic City Views ③ Waiting for Rain　Alas, it's growing increasingly difficult to imagine a time without the internet and smartphones. In the past, many would send letters by mail, eagerly waiting ...

Ahrang Kang 2022-02-28

An inevitable romantic journey

Luxury course with following Song Hye-kyo

Cinematic City Views ② Now, We Are Breaking Up　A drama, which recently wrapped up, opens with the enchanting night view of the Gwangan Bridge and concludes with the departure of the Haeundae Beach Tra...

Ahrang Kang 2022-02-08