Yumi's Cells was renewed for a second season right after the first one aired and it gained just as much popularity! It's a romantic drama featuring Kim Go-Eun about her character and the "cells" inside her that control her emotions and actions! It gained attention for portraying a realistic relationship between Yumi and her partners. In this post, we will introduce the filming locations of the second season of the admired show!
To check out our post about the filming locations for the first season, click here!
Yumi's Cells Season 2 Filming Locations
Free Mart
(프리마트)
Address: 인천 미추홀구 염전로202번길 59
59, Yeomjeonro202beon-gil, Michuhol-gu, Incheon
This supermarket near Yumi's house also appeared in season 1! It is a real supermarket in a residential area in the city of Incheon.
Yeonsan Station
(연산역 호남선)
Address: 충남 논산시 선비로275번길 31-2
31-2, Seonbiro275beon-gil, Nonsan-si, Chungnam
This train station was featured when Yumi returned to her hometown. Its real name is not Yeonsan Station but Nonsan Station and is still in operation. It has a retro vibe, which can be interesting to visitors who are used to modern train stations!
Smile Rice Twisted-donuts
(스마일 찹쌀꽈배기)
The traditional Korean twisted donut, usually called Gwabegi, appears in the show several times. This store is part of the Smile Gwabegi chain, which has branches all over Korea, so if you see one, make sure to grab a few treats!
Han River Central Park
(한강중앙공원)
Address: 경기 김포시 초당로 40
40 Chodang-ro, Gimpo-si, Gyeonggi
The scene where Yumi and Bobby went to see an outdoor concert was filmed here at the Han River Central Park in Gimpo. The sunset view is to die for, so make sure to visit at twilight!
National Museum of Korea Bus stop
(국립중앙박물관 정류장)
Address: 서울 용산구 용산동6가 458
458, Yongsandong6-ga, Yongsan-gu, Seoul
The scene where Yumi and Bobby have a deep conversation was filmed at this bus stop. The bus stop made of red bricks looks different from the other bus stops in Seoul, giving it a vintage look. This bus stop is in front of the National Museum of Korea.
The Forest of Wisdom
(지혜의 숲)
Address: 경기 파주시 회동길 145
145 Hoedong-gil, Paju-si, Gyeonggi
Yumi and Bobby went on a date to The Forest of Wisdom in Paju. The bookshelves are floor to ceiling high and is great to go on a quiet date.
This is a popular filming location as it is in the outskirts of Seoul and is attractive when on screen. To see a list of libraries worth visiting, click here.
White Opera
(화이트오페라)
Address: 인천 서구 중봉대로586번길 22
22 Jungbongdaero586beong-gil, Seo-gu, Incheon
This cafe is where Yumi and Bobby went to buy a Christmas cake. The cafe is called White Opera and is in Cheongna, Incheon.
Lotte Premium Outlet Paju
(롯데프리미엄아울렛 파주점)
Address: 경기 파주시 문발로 302
302 Munbal-ro, Paju-si, Gyeonggi
The scene where Yumi and Ung unintentionally reunite was filmed at the Lotte Premium Outlet in Paju. The lighting and decor created a Christmassy vibe.
To check out our list of places worth visiting in Paju, click here.
Pino
(피노)
Address: 경기 고양시 일산동구 애니골길 72
72, Anygol-gil, Ilsandong-gu, Goyang-si, Gyeonggi
Yumi met her friends and had dinner at a restaurant called Pino in Ilsan. This place was also featured in the popular Korean drama 'Itaewon Class'.
To check out our post about the filming locations for Itaewon Class, click here.
Cafe Mermaid
(카페인어)
Address: 제주 제주시 한림읍 한림해안로 584
584 Hanlimhaean-ro, Hanlim-eup, Jeju-si, Jeju
This scene where Yumi and Bobby had a fight was filmed at a cafe on Jeju Island called Cafe Mermaid. This cafe was popular even before being featured on the show, but gain more popularity thanks to the show.
History Book Store
(역사책방)
Address: 서울 종로구 자하문로10길 24
24 Jahamunro10-gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul
This is a bookstore where Yumi worked part-time. It is a book store that specializes in books about history located in Seochon, a neighborhood on the west side of Gyeongbukgung Palance. The bookstore is also a cafe so you can pick up a book and read it while enjoying a cup of coffee. Why don't you stop by after visiting the palace?
Better Than Yesterday
Address: 경기 부천시 신흥로 226
226 Sinheung-ro, Bucheon-si, Gyeonggi
This is the book cafe where Yumi meets a fellow illustrator. The cafe is called Better Than Yesterday and is located in Bucheon.
A lot of these locations are in Seoul or near the city! Check them out if you are a fan of Yumi's Cells.
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