If there is an award for the best country in terms of promoting its tourism, I think the award will no doubt go to South Korea. Every year, millions and millions of tourists flock to this country. Their secret? Well, who doesn’t love their cry-your-eyes-out, laugh-til-you-drop, and envy-our-uber-mushy-romance drama series? And I haven’t even started with their flawlessly attractive lead actors and actresses!
Having this said, a trip to Seoul would not be complete without following the traveled path of these “K-razy” fans, right? So, we scheduled a short visit to one of the shooting locations of the popular series First Shop of Coffee Prince. (I love you, Gong Yoo!)
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| shop entrance |
It was an old coffee shop located in Hong-ik University Area (Hongdae) that was especially renovated for this series. It is hidden in a quiet street, but you'll know you're there when you see a bunch of Japanese and Chinese girls doing poses and taking photos of the entrance.
Fans, relive the drama scenes as you enter the shop! J
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| nice cozy interiors |
You will love their cozily designed interiors with wide glass windows overlooking the garden. The mismatched seats and tables were accented with touches of pastel-colored pillows for a more homey feel.
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| look for your idol's autograph |
Walls and even lockers are covered with autographs and photos of the Coffee Prince cast. Everywhere you look, there is some artsy thing to catch your eye.
If you have seen the drama, then you would recognize this wall painted by the Han Kyul and Eun Chan.
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| flowers on the wall |
And who would forget their famed gorgeous waiters?
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| face the camera please... |
After enjoying their beautiful interiors, we had to taste what they offer of course.
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| menu |
Their food and drinks tasted good. But a bit more pricey than others'. Oh well, there's always a price to pay for being "k-razily" addicted to Korean dramas! Har har..
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| enjoyed our drinks and cakes while daydreaming of Han Kyul |
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| gong yoo's autograph! |
For directions to the Coffee Prince Shop:
Hi, when did you visit coffee prince? is it May 2012? I have a plan to visit coffee prince next year, but a bit unsure because there's a rumor that visitor may not allowed to take photos & videos, if its true it is really disappointing. How about your experience?
ReplyDeleteHello katrina, my visit to coffee prince was about 2 years ago. At that time, they did allow us to take photos. I'm not sure of the rumor but I think it may not be true because they will lose much of their customers if that is implemented.
ReplyDeleteThe place is great for hanging out with friends. So if you're near the area, I would suggest a visit there. But if you're not that near and not really a k-pop fan, you'll probably enjoy any other coffee shop just as well. (They have lots of that!) :)