Complete Guide to Christmas in Korea｜How to Enjoy Seoul in Winter

Everyone at Yeppuriko is super busy getting ready for Christmas…! 🎄💨

 There’s something so exciting about special seasonal fun that’s only available in winter, isn’t there?

 How will everyone spend Christmas this year? Staying home? Going out? 

Let us know in the comments if you’d like! 🎁❄️

How will you spend this year’s special winter experience in Korea?

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Winter in Seoul truly has a special charm.

The city is wrapped in sparkling illuminations,

making you feel as though you have wandered into a scene from a movie.

Korea during the Christmas season has an atmosphere that feels different from Japan,

creating a special time that naturally lifts the spirits of everyone who visits🎄

What is Christmas like in Korea?

In Korea, Christmas is strongly associated with being “a day to spend with your partner.”

While it shares some similarities with Christmas in Japan, one of its charms is being able to enjoy Korea’s unique atmosphere and culture as well.

As December begins, the streets are decorated with red Santa Clauses and Christmas trees,

creating a dazzling atmosphere that feels almost like a theme park.

In particular, Myeongdong, Garosu-gil, and the Gangnam area

quickly fill with Christmas cheer, making them exciting places where simply walking around is enjoyable.

Cafes and shops are also filled with limited-time Christmas menus and decorations,

making the entire city feel like it is celebrating a “special season.”

Around this time of year, young people in Korea

make plans for “Christmas dates” and host parties with their friends.

On social media, posts about “Christmas outfits” and “Christmas cafe hopping” become more common,

It’s fun just to look at💕

Enjoying a Korean Christmas at Home🏠

If you’re thinking, “I can’t make it all the way to Korea…,” don’t worry.

There are also ways to enjoy the feeling of a Korean Christmas while staying at home.

Get into the Christmas spirit with Korean dramas

Korean dramas feature many memorable scenes set in winter or around Christmas.

By watching winter-set works such as ‘Goblin’ and ‘My Love from the Star,’

you’re sure to experience the unique atmosphere of Christmas in Korea.

Taking your time to enjoy a drama with a warm drink in hand is wonderful too📺

Self-care with Korean cosmetics

During the Christmas season, Korean beauty brands may also release limited-edition packaging.

Why not use Korean cosmetics available in Japan

to enjoy a special skincare session?

Treat yourself with sheet masks and body care products💆‍♀️

Host a Korean food party at home

We also recommend preparing Korean food and hosting a Christmas party at home.

Cheese dak-galbi, tteokbokki, and kimchi jjigae

are perfect party dishes that everyone can share.

For an authentic Korean touch, ordering chicken for delivery is a great idea too🍗

Summary

Winter in Korea, and Seoul during the Christmas season,

are among the most romantic and glamorous times of the year.

You can stroll through streets wrapped in illuminations,

enjoy warm gourmet food, and spend special moments.

This Christmas,

spending it in Korea would be wonderful,

and enjoying a taste of Korea at home is another fun way to celebrate.

Whatever way you choose to spend it,

make your own special winter memories🎄❄️✨

At Yeppuriko,

we share information to help you enjoy Korean travel and Korean culture even more.

We hope it will be helpful for planning your next trip to Korea.