Browsing around Gukje Market | Travel Course | K-Travel Mate

After the liberation on August 15, a few theaters appeared in the Nampodong theater district, and by the 1960s, around 20 theaters had clustered around BIFF Plaza. On September 13, 1996, the 1st Busan International Film Festival (BIFF) was held to create a small but prestigious film festival. Along with the festival, the theater district was renovated and named BIFF Plaza. BIFF Plaza hosted the BIFF opening eve events and major BIFF activities such as famous filmmakers' handprinting ceremonies. However, as the Busan Cinema Center was built in Haeundae, the main events moved there. Yet, many traces of the festival's early days remain, and film screenings continue. This concentration of premiere theaters in one place is unique not only in Asia but also in Europe and holds infinite potential. Recently, it has evolved into a complex cultural space offering shopping and tourism alongside films, attracting many young people and playing a major role in revitalizing the local commercial district.

먹자골목, 젊음의 거리, 만물의 거리, 깡통시장, 아리랑 거리, 구제골목 등으로 구분되어 있는 남포동 위치한 대규모 시장이다. 일명 ‘도떼기시장’으로 불린다. ‘도떼기시장’은 상품, 중고품, 고물 따위 여러 종류의 물건을 도산매ㆍ방매ㆍ비밀 거래하는, 질서가 없고 시끌벅적한 비정상적 시장을 일컫는 말이다. 해방 이후 일본으로 귀환하는 일본인들의 보따리를 경매에 붙여 도급으로 팔았다하여 붙여진 이름이다. 당시에도 운이 좋으면 로또에 버금가는 횡재를 하는 사람들이 있었다고 한다. 비빔당면과 단팥죽, 떡볶이 등 길거리 음식들이 넘쳐나는 주전부리의 천국이다.

Busan Bupyeong Kkangtong Market became known as Kkangtong Market after the Korean War when the US military stationed there, leading to the smuggling of various goods along with military supplies, especially canned goods like fruit and fish. It was also called 'Dottegi Market,' as goods were supplied here from all over the country, making it a major market. Due to its large size and variety of foreign goods, it was nicknamed 'International Market.' While the market has somewhat shrunk with the approval of various imports, its reputation and vitality remain strong. Today, it handles liquor, clothing, decorations, accessories, fashion goods, and some imported electronics like mini cassette players. Along the approximately 110m-long market street, there are 11 local food stalls, 6 multicultural food stalls including Japanese and Filipino cuisine, and 13 clothing and accessory stalls. Twice daily at the market entrance and the central intersection, magic and guitar performances offer additional entertainment, and vibrant LED lights welcome visitors beside the market. ◎ Travel info to experience Hallyu charm - Variety show : Bupyeong Kkangtong Market, where you can feel the culture of Korea and Busan, was featured in the reality variety program 'NewJeans Code IN Busan.' This market offers cuisine and goods from various countries as a multicultural market. If you are planning a trip to Busan, visiting Bupyeong Kkangtong Market to experience Korea’s traditional culture, food, and heritage is recommended.

Located in Sinchang-dong 4ga, Jung-gu, Busan, 'Art Street' is a space where art and daily life naturally blend, offering rich cultural experiences to citizens and tourists through various exhibitions and hands-on activities. It serves as an avant-garde role in Busan art through numerous exhibitions such as the Art Street commemorative exhibition, Busan International Film Festival special exhibitions, cultural experience events, as well as various demonstrations, workshops for nurturing juniors, and production and distribution of diverse artworks. Additionally, it fulfills a central role within the tourism and cultural belt of Jung-gu, Busan, contributing to the enhancement of Busan's cultural arts level.