https://yeppuriko.com/en Korean Beauty, Clinics & Food Information en Fri, 28 Aug 2026 08:43:32 GMT https://yeppuriko.com/en/columns/the-correct-seoul-taxi-fares-and-late-night-surcharges https://yeppuriko.com/en/columns/the-correct-seoul-taxi-fares-and-late-night-surcharges Thu, 27 Aug 2026 01:11:36 GMT In Seoul, regular taxis start at 4,800 won for the first 1.6 km, then add 100 won every 131 m or 30 seconds. Late-night fares vary by time: there is a 20% surcharge from 10–11 p.m. and 2–4 a.m., while the surcharge is 40% from 11 p.m.–2 a.m. From Incheon Airport to Myeongdong, the trip takes about 60–90 minutes and costs approximately 60,000–70,000 won, including the expressway toll. https://yeppuriko.com/en/columns/4-medications-for-fever-at-midnight-available-at-korean-convenience-stores https://yeppuriko.com/en/columns/4-medications-for-fever-at-midnight-available-at-korean-convenience-stores Wed, 26 Aug 2026 04:16:16 GMT If you develop a fever late at night, check behind the counters at GS25, CU, 7-Eleven, and emart24. Four types of safe essential medicines, including Tylenol for about 3,600 won and the cold medicine Pankol A for about 3,000 won, are available 24/7. However, purchases are limited to one box per type, and you should visit a pharmacy for allergy medicine and anti-diarrheal medication. https://yeppuriko.com/en/columns/for-a-trip-to-korea-the-right-amount-of-cash-per-person-is-50-000-100-000-won https://yeppuriko.com/en/columns/for-a-trip-to-korea-the-right-amount-of-cash-per-person-is-50-000-100-000-won Tue, 25 Aug 2026 10:18:16 GMT For a trip to Korea, 50,000–100,000 won in cash per person is a good guideline. If your itinerary includes visiting Gwangjang Market or the wholesale markets in Dongdaemun, increase it to 100,000–200,000 won. Break your bills into 10,000-, 5,000-, and 1,000-won notes so you won’t run into trouble when topping up your T-money with cash (in 1,000-won increments, from 1,000 to 90,000 won) or paying at street-food stalls. https://yeppuriko.com/en/columns/jamsugyo-car-free-ddooddoo-festival-sunday-guide https://yeppuriko.com/en/columns/jamsugyo-car-free-ddooddoo-festival-sunday-guide Wed, 19 Aug 2026 16:54:24 GMT If you have a free Sunday afternoon in September or October, head to Jamsu Bridge. Every Sunday from 13:00 to 21:00, from September 6 to October 25, the bridge will feature flea markets, DIY activities, food trucks, and a market selling local specialties, with free admission. The four-person tent rest areas are available by advance reservation or on-site registration, and you can receive a drink by collecting stamps at the information booths to the north and south. https://yeppuriko.com/en/columns/2026-entry-into-korea-pitfalls-of-k-eta-exemption https://yeppuriko.com/en/columns/2026-entry-into-korea-pitfalls-of-k-eta-exemption Wed, 19 Aug 2026 16:54:15 GMT If you’re traveling to Korea during 2026, Japanese passport holders do not need K-ETA; the exemption is valid until December 31. However, from January 1, the paper arrival form provided on board will be discontinued, so you’ll need to submit the free electronic arrival declaration at e-arrivalcard.go.kr up to 72 hours before arrival and save the QR code. If you obtain K-ETA (10,000 won, valid for 3 years), the electronic arrival card is not required. https://yeppuriko.com/en/columns/seoul-botanic-park-aquatic-plants-exhibition https://yeppuriko.com/en/columns/seoul-botanic-park-aquatic-plants-exhibition Tue, 18 Aug 2026 15:43:05 GMT The “Summer Aquatic Plant Special Exhibition” at Seoul Botanic Park can be photographed entirely within the free-access areas. The Lake Garden and the water tanks in front of the Magok Cultural Center are free, and visitors can see giant water lilies and the endangered Class II gashi lotus. The exhibition runs from August 6 to September 27, 2026. Only the Themed Garden and Exhibition Greenhouse require admission. For inquiries: 02-2104-9716. https://yeppuriko.com/en/columns/busan-pass-24h-vs-big3 https://yeppuriko.com/en/columns/busan-pass-24h-vs-big3 Tue, 18 Aug 2026 15:42:00 GMT If you plan to visit three or more places in one day, the 24-hour pass at 55,000 won is the better deal; if you plan to split your visits over two days, the BIG3 pass at 45,000 won is more cost-effective. Eligible attractions include Busan Lotte World, Songdo Marine Cable Car, Haeundae Blue Line Park Beach Train, and more than 40 others. The physical card comes with T-money functionality, so even after it expires, you can still use it as a transportation card. https://yeppuriko.com/en/columns/korea-august-new-beauty-pdrn-exosome-5 https://yeppuriko.com/en/columns/korea-august-new-beauty-pdrn-exosome-5 Mon, 17 Aug 2026 04:13:15 GMT Among new Korean releases in August 2026, the five products to keep an eye on are those with their ingredient names placed at the beginning of the product names. The most affordable is d’Alba’s 50 ml hair serum at 21,000 won, while the most expensive is Arocell’s 40 ml PDRN pore ampoule at 45,000 won. All five products fall within the 21,000–45,000 won range. Two contain PDRN, and one contains exosomes. https://yeppuriko.com/en/columns/myeongdong-street-food-hours-payment https://yeppuriko.com/en/columns/myeongdong-street-food-hours-payment Mon, 17 Aug 2026 04:11:09 GMT Myeongdong’s street food stalls open between 2 and 4 p.m. and close around 10 p.m. Some stay open until 11 p.m. The stalls are located from in front of Migliore at Exit 6 of Myeongdong Station on Subway Line 4 toward Myeongdong-gil and the surrounding side streets. Tteokbokki costs about 5,000 won, fish cake skewers about 2,000 won, and mini gimbap about 6,000 won. Many stalls do not accept cards, so cash is essential. https://yeppuriko.com/en/columns/gwanghwamun-moonlight-yoga-seoul https://yeppuriko.com/en/columns/gwanghwamun-moonlight-yoga-seoul Sat, 15 Aug 2026 03:43:14 GMT “Gwanghwamun Square Moonlight Yoga” is free to attend, and yoga mats are available to borrow on-site. It will be held 20 times at Yukjo Madang from August 5 to September 3, from 19:30 to 20:30. There are English-language yoga sessions that you can join even if you don’t understand Korean, and reservations can be made through Seoul’s public service reservation website. https://yeppuriko.com/en/columns/bukchon-samcheongdong-hanok-cafe-guide https://yeppuriko.com/en/columns/bukchon-samcheongdong-hanok-cafe-guide Sat, 15 Aug 2026 03:42:53 GMT Hanok cafés in Bukchon and Samcheong-dong are concentrated around Anguk Station (안국역). Cafe Onion opens at 7:00 on weekdays, Dotori Garden is open from 8:00 to 23:00, and Blue Bottle Samcheong-dong is open from 11:00 to 18:30 and closed on Tuesdays and Wednesdays. If you start with the cafés that open early, you can visit 3–4 places in half a day. https://yeppuriko.com/en/columns/in-mullae-dong-there-are-only-two-places-you-need-to-check-out https://yeppuriko.com/en/columns/in-mullae-dong-there-are-only-two-places-you-need-to-check-out Sat, 15 Aug 2026 03:42:40 GMT There are two places to keep in mind in Mullae-dong.〈Photo Market〉is open 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, and its receipt-style black-and-white photo booth costs 500 won per photo, with the proceeds donated to the neighborhood’s stray cats.〈ARCADE SEOUL〉is an exhibition space renovated from a former ironworks site of approximately 50 pyeong, and is open only during exhibition and event periods. https://yeppuriko.com/en/columns/myeongdong-anguk-beauty-oneday-plan https://yeppuriko.com/en/columns/myeongdong-anguk-beauty-oneday-plan Thu, 13 Aug 2026 04:23:10 GMT A day of Korean beauty starts at 10:40 in Gwanghwamun. Olive Better → Mugeot in Anguk (samgyetang with ginseng chicken rice, 18,000 won) → a personal color analysis in Myeongdong → cosmetics → finish with a 8 p.m. body scrub. For the analysis, choose between The Bom at 119,200 won with a Japanese interpreter or the free Beauty Play. https://yeppuriko.com/en/columns/the-best-budget-hotels-in-seoul-by-area https://yeppuriko.com/en/columns/the-best-budget-hotels-in-seoul-by-area Thu, 13 Aug 2026 04:22:26 GMT If you’re choosing based solely on price, Dongdaemun is the best option. Toyoko Inn Seoul Dongdaemun No. 2 is the cheapest at approximately 10,611 yen per night, followed by Hotel 8 Hours in Namdaemun at 13,418 yen and ibis Styles Ambassador Seoul Myeongdong at 15,126 yen, while Gangnam starts at 20,560 yen. For shopping, Myeongdong and Dongdaemun are the main choices, while Gangnam is the standard for beauty treatments. https://yeppuriko.com/en/columns/seoul-fireworks-festival-2026-moved-up-to-september-5th https://yeppuriko.com/en/columns/seoul-fireworks-festival-2026-moved-up-to-september-5th Mon, 10 Aug 2026 14:39:13 GMT Seoul World Fireworks Festival 2026 will be held on Saturday, September 5, at Yeouido Hangang Park. It is 22 days earlier than last year. The fireworks will run from 8:00 p.m. to 9:10 p.m., followed by an after-DJ party until 10:00 p.m. Viewing from Hangang Park is free, with paid admission only for the Orange Play Zone on Nodeul Island. https://yeppuriko.com/en/columns/seoul-transport-card-guide-2026 https://yeppuriko.com/en/columns/seoul-transport-card-guide-2026 Mon, 10 Aug 2026 14:37:40 GMT If you’re only getting around Seoul for 3–4 days, T-money is the standard choice. The card costs 3,000–5,000 won, has no expiration date, and the basic subway fare is reduced from 1,500 won in cash to 1,400 won. For longer stays with frequent travel, the Climate Companion Card is advantageous, ranging from 5,000 won for a 1-day pass to 20,000 won for a 7-day pass. For itineraries with frequent round trips to the airport, M-Pass is more beneficial. https://yeppuriko.com/en/columns/the-right-choice-among-8-myeongdong-currency-exchange-offices-by-arrival-time https://yeppuriko.com/en/columns/the-right-choice-among-8-myeongdong-currency-exchange-offices-by-arrival-time Fri, 07 Aug 2026 02:45:02 GMT For late-night arrivals, Money Box (머니박스) is the right choice. The automated currency exchange machine at 52-1 Namdaemun-ro operates 24 hours a day, while the counter is open from 09:00 to 21:00. There are eight currency exchange offices clustered in Myeongdong, but their closing times vary from 19:00 to 23:00. A passport is required at every location. https://yeppuriko.com/en/columns/this-view-is-free-seoul-city-hall-9th-floor-observatory https://yeppuriko.com/en/columns/this-view-is-free-seoul-city-hall-9th-floor-observatory Thu, 06 Aug 2026 13:12:37 GMT Seoul City Hall’s 9th-floor west-side “Haneul Observatory (하늘전망대)” is free to enter, with no reservation required. Open weekdays from 7:30 a.m. to 6 p.m., it offers panoramic views of downtown—from Deoksugung Palace and Jeong-dong to Sungnyemun Gate and Gwanghwamun Square—by taking the elevator from the 1st floor to the 9th-floor café “Haneul Plaza.” This new attraction welcomed over 6,700 visitors within 10 days of opening on July 6. https://yeppuriko.com/en/columns/korea-travel-packing-checklist https://yeppuriko.com/en/columns/korea-travel-packing-checklist Thu, 06 Aug 2026 13:11:52 GMT Korean hotels do not provide toothbrushes or toothpaste. Since March 2024, accommodations with 50 or more guest rooms have been prohibited from providing disposable amenities free of charge, so you are expected to bring your own, including a razor. Outlets use 220V and Type C plugs, so a plug adapter is essential. K-ETA is currently exempted until December 31, 2026, and you can enter with just your passport. https://yeppuriko.com/en/columns/what-is-pdrn-9-top-products-to-buy-in-korea https://yeppuriko.com/en/columns/what-is-pdrn-9-top-products-to-buy-in-korea Wed, 05 Aug 2026 06:44:37 GMT PDRN is a regenerative ingredient derived from salmon DNA and was originally a prescription-grade ingredient used for wound healing. For beginners, Rejuran’s turnover ampoule is the original PDRN product, while those prioritizing value should look to REJUALL regenerative cream from Korean pharmacies. It can be purchased at both Olive Young and pharmacies, and is suitable for dry, sensitive, and post-procedure skin.