Shopping spree in Dongdaemun! Ending with delicious Dakgangjeong✨
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4 days ago
Dongdaemun, a popular area in Seoul, Korea.
This area is famous for shopping, and it attracts not only tourists but also many local buyers and people in the apparel industry.
A place lined with fashion buildings, spreading wholesale district, and even some traditional markets still remain.
During the day it's bustling with sourcing activity, and at night the lit-up streets sparkle, so you can feel the energy all day long.
This time in Dongdaemun
✔ Purchasing nail parts
✔ Market stroll
✔ Dakhanmari (whole chicken stew)
had a great time enjoying it 🤍
The main goal this time was sourcing nail parts.
I headed to the wholesalers favored by nail technicians, Nail Mall.
Within walking distance from Dongdaemun Station and Dongdaemun History & Culture Park Station, it's also conveniently accessible 🚉
It's a bit hard to find since it's inside a building, but the moment I spotted the sign I got so excited 🫶🏻
When you step inside, it’s truly a parts paradise.
Packed full of stones, pearls, charms, gel nail products, and glitters…!
The wall full of parts is so packed your eyes can't keep up.
Plus, the prices are simply irresistible.
'There are so many things I thought, 'This might cost twice as much if I bought it in Japan...?''
Wandering around the store with a shopping basket,
'This can be used for a spring design'
'This is so Korean and it's definitely cute'
'This looks like it's going to be trendy!'
Can't stop shopping 🛒
Before I noticed, my basket was heavy.
It was a total shopping spree♡
If you love nails, you could easily spend 30 minutes or more here!!
After that, head to the nearby Dongdaemun Market!
This place is a treasure trove of fabric, ribbons, and other handmade craft supplies.
The building is packed with shops, it’s like a maze and feels exciting.
One of the fun things about walking through the market is discovering unexpected materials.
This place is a treasure trove of fabric and supplies, handmade craft supplies, but...
Recently, the vibe has changed a bit, and I was surprised!
There are a lot more young people, families, and tourists now, and the whole market feels really lively.
The reason is that this is currently trending in Korea
✨ bolkku (pen decoration)
✨ keycap keyring（keycap keyring）
Decorating ballpoint pens cutely, bolkku (pen decoration), is
Pick your favorite parts and customize them on the spot to make something original, and keycap keyring is a keychain made from keyboard keycaps 🎀
You can choose letters from the alphabet or Hangul to make your name or your favorite idol's initials, which seems to be popular 🤍
At one corner of the market there was a line of people picking out parts,
The sight of everyone, from little kids to adults, being totally absorbed was so memorable!!
After so much walking, I'm starving.
When you think of Dongdaemun, you think of Dakhanmari (whole chicken stew).
This time I went to a popular shop
'Myeongdong Dakhanmari Sijo Branch'
The shop is packed with locals and tourists.
Lively, this is what Korea is all about!
What was brought to the table was a large pot with a whole chicken inside.
As it starts bubbling, the savory aroma of the soup fills the air…🍲
The shop staff chopped it up boldly with scissors, and then it was time to dig in.
The soup is light, yet deeply flavorful.
It has a gentle flavor, but not a hint of lacking.
Add garlic and chili peppers to the special sauce and adjust it to your taste.
This fits perfectly again.
The piping-hot potatoes are delicious too.
And to finish, Kalguksu (handmade noodle soup).
The noodles soaked up all the chicken flavor, it truly tastes like happiness.
It was a cup that warmed my tired feet from all the walking.
Dongdaemun is more than just a wholesale district,
'I really felt that it's also a place where trends are born.'
For nail lovers and handmade craft fans alike,
And for Korea food lovers too.
Dongdaemun is truly a must-visit right now✨
