HONGDAE STYLE

Capture Youth

As KPOP and KDrama explode on to the world stage, Seoul continues to evolve into a metropolis that is young, vibrant and full of energy. This spirit can especially be seen in neighbourhood of Hongdae. Hongdae is home to Hongik University, one of South Korea’s dream universities for the arts. Packed with students of so many nationalities, dancing and singing on its streets it feels alive with the future.

old and young

These kids fill establishments which continue favourite Korean past times of taking photos, singing songs, and playing games with carefree abandon. For just that one moment, anyone can be 18 again. Follow these mixed Korean Kids, the fusion of families to continue traditions wearing distinctively Korean fashion but in a new style #hongdaestyle

Photobooth

These photo places let you do your hair and makeup. Choose fun (and free) accessories for perfect captures. There are no people running these booths, only have machine that takes photos and the people who put your accessories back. All for $4! To end the fun you can leave your photo strip to show that you were there!

Karaoke

Karaoke is done in a small separate little rooms with friends. Pick your favourite tunes, drink, eat and laugh. The lights and sound make it feel like a real STAR experience.

Games

The CLAW machine is always our favourite. Often we pump more money in trying to win a prize, the prize is worth! This time the kids were so cute, some young men won a prize and gave it to Ailee!