{"id":829,"date":"2026-04-14T23:58:21","date_gmt":"2026-04-14T14:58:21","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/khorea.com\/wp\/?p=829"},"modified":"2026-05-15T01:54:21","modified_gmt":"2026-05-14T16:54:21","slug":"myeongdong-to-ikseon-dong-seoul-guide","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/khorea.com\/wp\/myeongdong-to-ikseon-dong-seoul-guide\/","title":{"rendered":"Myeongdong to Ikseon-dong Seoul guide | KHOREA.COM"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"letter-spacing:0.5px\">Hidden gems in Seoul : Myeongdong to Ikseon-dong itinerary<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:16px;letter-spacing:3px\"><em>Discover Seoul\u2019s most photogenic contrast<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"letter-spacing:0.5px;line-height:1.6\">\ud83d\udccd Overview: From Modern Seoul to Hidden Hanok Alleys<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"letter-spacing:0.5px;line-height:1.6\">Travel from the neon-lit streets of Myeongdong to the charming, retro alleyways of Ikseon-dong\u2014one of Seoul\u2019s most photogenic and trendsetting neighborhoods.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"letter-spacing:0.5px;line-height:1.6\">This short journey blends <strong>K-beauty, street food, and shopping<\/strong> with <strong>traditional Korean architecture, caf\u00e9s, and boutique culture<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"letter-spacing:0.57px;line-height:1.6\">Discover Seoul\u2019s most photogenic contrast.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<center><iframe loading=\"lazy\" width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/axmOKgW9uZ0?si=W2s-9gp3bbjjtdiI\" title=\"YouTube video player\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/center>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"letter-spacing:0.5px\">\ud83d\udca1 <strong>What Makes It Special<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li style=\"letter-spacing:0.5px;line-height:1.6\">Restored <strong>hanok (traditional Korean houses)<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"letter-spacing:0.5px;line-height:1.6\">Instagram-famous caf\u00e9s &amp; dessert spots<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"letter-spacing:0.5px;line-height:1.6\">Hidden bars and boutique shops<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/images.openai.com\/static-rsc-4\/WplDy5IsvOu81dVCFEutB0sS9qLCSwDfkfqZfPyoMhdDVe7QCp-W2eUICyu7_E4B_5LMJjw_QzIKt75TVAFkmBVFIxFKKudSUvbfQdgHcHihRT-Joz2akAzNrPvtCal9TDOZKxeOLGyvtLiq6NENCz1HMLs0i6t7QDj2kicFrwU?purpose=inline\" alt=\"https:\/\/images.openai.com\/static-rsc-4\/WONOo6CbwAjJN5g7sP6VR94CSntMGWhC8QBuwp6w5Q1v8q9zaL0MaEVm51XI6e1MsxWHQoMIer9PVWz4U1LlgX-X9rSHQ4CzJRjDlsj8BaT7x4oSZyTxkTWU-R3fn2ytBMa_IjULEw4AOyk3R4NK_zuDljXNDu9R8lhRR6scT7C4GtalMz35FxmzW9M2s3mY?purpose=fullsize\" style=\"aspect-ratio:16\/9;object-fit:cover\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"letter-spacing:0.5px\">\u2615 Ikseon-dong \u2013 Trendy Hanok Village<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"letter-spacing:0.5px;line-height:1.6\">Step into a completely different Seoul\u2014quiet, nostalgic, and stylish.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"letter-spacing:0.5px\">\u2728 <strong>Must-Visit Spots<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/onjeongok_seoul\/\">OnJeongOk<\/a> &#8211; A refined galbi restaurant where premium cuts are grilled over oak charcoal and served on a heated stone plate.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"letter-spacing:0.5px;line-height:1.6\">Cheongsudang Cafe \u2013 garden-style caf\u00e9<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"letter-spacing:0.5px;line-height:1.6\">Nakwon Station Cafe \u2013 retro train concept<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"letter-spacing:0.5px;line-height:1.6\">Ikseon Boutique Street \u2013 artisan shops<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"letter-spacing:0.5px\">\ud83d\udca1 Travel Tips<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li style=\"letter-spacing:0.5px;line-height:1.6\"><strong>Best Time to Visit:<\/strong> Weekday late afternoon (less crowded)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"letter-spacing:0.5px;line-height:1.6\"><strong>What to Wear:<\/strong> Smart casual for caf\u00e9 culture photos<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"letter-spacing:0.5px;line-height:1.6\"><strong>Nearby Attractions:<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Changdeokgung Palace<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Jongmyo Shrine<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/images.openai.com\/static-rsc-4\/xvC6rd9WZuvDf7wdUn-vqGkfCuo7MaQVXXheEiwxdi5jMbClcE7iavldTqvwst1juxj4IoesPieE27HunCCv3phQvQDrPGR2tFuNFtbyJCliF_W7z120h9jirPUX3ccO3wIpBqSQ2d4cBha7Ch1n4vCegtzvKJGz4Q-cVkZLpO8?purpose=inline\" alt=\"https:\/\/images.openai.com\/static-rsc-4\/4TaUmPHi7edzLhcn0RHsINIsHDQnUNP2q1IUegLDJ2Tj6_bXuGlLeFPOjRkfgJ3kf4qZ-HnMS-I9xyx0Ae_hjw3d-iJ1ahPRvjkAO0iNd4R-sepG4NgWdEekdfmwFZwY2dumvrr8qGwBfU1DtUpPrxBYbjO_YSg0_TDlH5jg2tWAYcE9G7ph2OWm-jpfvE-K?purpose=fullsize\" style=\"aspect-ratio:16\/9;object-fit:cover\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"letter-spacing:0.5px\">\ud83d\uddfa\ufe0f Route Snapshot<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<!DOCTYPE html>\n<html lang=\"en\">\n<head>\n<meta charset=\"UTF-8\" \/>\n<meta name=\"viewport\" content=\"width=device-width, initial-scale=1.0\" \/>\n<title>Directions UI Block<\/title>\n<style>\n  body {\n    font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'Segoe UI', Roboto, sans-serif;\n    background: #f7f7f7;\n    margin: 0;\n    padding: 20px;\n  }\n\n  .container {\n    max-width: 960px;\n    margin: 0 auto;\n  }\n\n  .title {\n    font-size: 22px;\n    font-weight: 600;\n    margin-bottom: 16px;\n  }\n\n  .cards {\n    display: grid;\n    grid-template-columns: 1fr;\n    gap: 16px;\n  }\n\n  .card {\n    background: #ffffff;\n    border-radius: 16px;\n    padding: 16px;\n    box-shadow: 0 4px 12px rgba(0,0,0,0.06);\n    transition: transform 0.2s ease, box-shadow 0.2s ease;\n  }\n\n  .card:hover {\n    transform: translateY(-3px);\n    box-shadow: 0 6px 18px rgba(0,0,0,0.08);\n  }\n\n  .card-header {\n    display: flex;\n    align-items: center;\n    gap: 10px;\n    margin-bottom: 10px;\n  }\n\n  .icon {\n    width: 22px;\n    height: 22px;\n    stroke: #222;\n  }\n\n  .card-title {\n    font-size: 16px;\n    font-weight: 600;\n  }\n\n  .meta {\n    font-size: 13px;\n    color: #666;\n    margin-bottom: 10px;\n  }\n\n  .steps {\n    font-size: 14px;\n    line-height: 1.6;\n  }\n\n  @media (min-width: 768px) {\n    .cards {\n      grid-template-columns: repeat(3, 1fr);\n    }\n\n    .title {\n      font-size: 26px;\n    }\n  }\n<\/style>\n<\/head>\n<body>\n\n<div class=\"container\">\n  <div class=\"cards\">\n\n    <!-- Subway -->\n    <div class=\"card\">\n      <div class=\"card-header\">\n        <svg class=\"icon\" fill=\"none\" stroke-width=\"1.8\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\">\n          <rect x=\"4\" y=\"3\" width=\"16\" height=\"14\" rx=\"2\" \/>\n          <path d=\"M8 21h8M6 17l-2 4M18 17l2 4\" \/>\n        <\/svg>\n        <div class=\"card-title\">Subway (Best)<\/div>\n      <\/div>\n      <div class=\"meta\">15 min \u00b7 ~\u20a91,400<\/div>\n      <div class=\"steps\">\n        Myeongdong Station \u2192 Chungmuro \u2192 Line 3 \u2192 Jongno 3-ga (exit 6) \u2192 Walk 3\u20135 min\n      <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n\n    <!-- Taxi -->\n    <div class=\"card\">\n      <div class=\"card-header\">\n        <svg class=\"icon\" fill=\"none\" stroke-width=\"1.8\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\">\n          <rect x=\"3\" y=\"11\" width=\"18\" height=\"6\" rx=\"2\" \/>\n          <path d=\"M5 11l2-4h10l2 4M7 17v2M17 17v2\" \/>\n        <\/svg>\n        <div class=\"card-title\">Taxi<\/div>\n      <\/div>\n      <div class=\"meta\">10\u201320 min \u00b7 \u20a96,000\u2013\u20a910,000<\/div>\n      <div class=\"steps\">\n        Tell driver: \u201cIkseon-dong, Jongno 3-ga\u201d\n      <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n\n    <!-- Walk -->\n    <div class=\"card\">\n      <div class=\"card-header\">\n        <svg class=\"icon\" fill=\"none\" stroke-width=\"1.8\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\">\n          <circle cx=\"12\" cy=\"5\" r=\"2\" \/>\n          <path d=\"M12 7v5l3 3M9 21l1-5M15 21l-1-5\" \/>\n        <\/svg>\n        <div class=\"card-title\">Walk + Explore<\/div>\n      <\/div>\n      <div class=\"meta\">35\u201345 min<\/div>\n      <div class=\"steps\">\n        Walk via Cheonggyecheon \u2192 Jongno \u2192 Ikseon-dong\n      <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n\n  <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<\/body>\n<\/html>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/images.openai.com\/static-rsc-4\/DyuSj0loonC_8y9jfWY_DkgoFq1bY5OVEz8qb1wCy5HqGrIaYAoUl7-l7qVr9ZuSmFZzE6UE3S-_Fo7cUCgn1EsDUBUsi0WsEKDfBZff4Eo1j-S5oBKcbusix9pm9-3toynbfF_JvDBUT8IIhT5u0IJwIjyi0U6-LZtZsu5_-fo2GG6GLLXZyDoq9kzhKqso?purpose=inline\" alt=\"https:\/\/images.openai.com\/static-rsc-4\/jmn4tkape005L4Vy_7r4yGXL-ddfzcS7xR901IRmBkO-AGK5Y_U03G0aKqU-eRs1JZQUgk2O9mKScqKJwBjLFO083LIvP9K2ML7jKu67gqP_wl0qqaMUB1ywYeK4e8_ILoJGTid1biufOuZbqBi7SyzYXBZxrg2nd3a3Oe5aNWfqKeTAnEFSLzTuhh0QZ3rx?purpose=fullsize\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"letter-spacing:0.5px\">\ud83d\udcf8 Best Photo Spots<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li style=\"letter-spacing:0.5px;line-height:1.6\">Hanok alleyways with warm lighting<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"letter-spacing:0.5px;line-height:1.6\">Caf\u00e9 courtyards with traditional roofs<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"letter-spacing:0.5px;line-height:1.6\">Narrow vintage streets at sunset<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"letter-spacing:0.5px\">\ud83d\udecd\ufe0f <strong>Best time to visit<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"letter-spacing:0.5px\">Golden hour (5\u20137 PM) delivers the best lighting for photography.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"letter-spacing:0.5px\">\ud83e\udded How to Get There (Step-by-step)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"letter-spacing:0.5px;line-height:1.6\">Getting from Myeongdong to Ikseon-dong is quick, simple, and perfect for a smooth half-day exploration.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"letter-spacing:0.5px\">\ud83d\ude87 Option 1 \u2014 Subway (Best Choice)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"letter-spacing:0.57px\"><strong>Step-by-step<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li style=\"letter-spacing:0.5px;line-height:1.6\">Enter <strong>Myeongdong Station (Line 4)<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"letter-spacing:0.5px;line-height:1.6\">Take the train toward <strong>Chungmuro<\/strong> (1 stop)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"letter-spacing:0.5px;line-height:1.6\">Transfer to <strong>Line 3 (orange line)<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"letter-spacing:0.5px;line-height:1.6\">Ride to <strong>Jongno 3-ga Station (Exit 6)<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"letter-spacing:0.5px;line-height:1.6\">Walk <strong>3\u20135 minutes<\/strong> \u2192 you\u2019ll arrive in Ikseon-dong\u2019s hanok alleys<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"letter-spacing:0.5px;line-height:1.6\"><strong>Travel time:<\/strong> ~15 minutes<br><strong>Cost:<\/strong> ~\u20a91,400<br><strong>Vibe:<\/strong> Fast, local, effortless<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/images.openai.com\/static-rsc-4\/ovNZIxk0aPqoMO43-bhO25il80JzG5Cvco8gOc7KCMRWCuef3iqVn0OhqgklPEAony7WuYAuwvuzB6g9BCctqbOt083HelFoC5beeyD14S1rvBCVsJwXL311tqx066_NhWuaKd7yAeoeYuc3LeYvbk1t2ITEqoRT6AWAluti8xk?purpose=inline\" alt=\"https:\/\/images.openai.com\/static-rsc-4\/ZaPjd30YwCFFxAbJI8BiFSEeOPkRJzpffAHuOu5eHlXs4bSPpHlcEUZFrJE1CbNp6k_gTTyIsd44MwOGf30ISLS51WftvJ16xkjvszKxBRap1guOwWMEtFpsxgTtM_fyX6PX6wHLFvefVQpNgM8D3lrbxAm5yPr6AW8mA3Pqo_Xj_ous5yl9O_NCXcPKklrb?purpose=fullsize\" style=\"aspect-ratio:16\/9;object-fit:cover\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"letter-spacing:0.5px\">\ud83d\ude95 Option 2 \u2014 Taxi (Most Convenient)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"letter-spacing:0.5px;line-height:1.6\"><strong>Just say:<\/strong><br>\ud83d\udc49 \u201cIkseon-dong, Jongno 3-ga\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"letter-spacing:0.5px;line-height:1.6\"><strong>Travel time:<\/strong> 10\u201320 minutes (traffic dependent)<br><strong>Cost:<\/strong> ~\u20a96,000\u2013\u20a910,000<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"letter-spacing:0.5px;line-height:1.6\"><strong>Pro tip:<\/strong> Show the driver this destination:<br>\ud83d\udc49 Ikseon-dong Hanok Village (\uc775\uc120\ub3d9 \ud55c\uc625\uac70\ub9ac)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/images.openai.com\/static-rsc-4\/LlicWcuoVp1Tzc2z4SlraiDsjrlzYyuZntlxRkI7DEnlA1Bdln0mL6KpGM6pLjo_0O4oma_m7MP1gXfsG3Hig0AM5Tik8mtiS5DVFcGI2vwof_du3QQqUeelREFs0WCOGhgDvXtBkSc3oTQXhDhQJ6vV8LVrP0OkaXZG0R9suOM?purpose=inline\" alt=\"https:\/\/images.openai.com\/static-rsc-4\/XYHGxQvVdicO-tK635f5B02-CZrYRCvyImiXhJhBHBsW3CCvLeWIk-Hbi3aCGVqhOVK69ZK6LoPc1gOzdjiWJf5xwkXRl0vrYXb2_l4HERZvocZTyG8910G0dK7gP7C13zwsOppEWM1LOabH9pJH2GVgBwjlX4dlEyK_N7-fLttSIdlp7x2Sh5iGODgQ2-Sa?purpose=fullsize\" style=\"aspect-ratio:16\/9;object-fit:contain\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"letter-spacing:0.5px\">\ud83d\udeb6 Option 3 \u2014 Walk + Explore (Scenic Route)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"letter-spacing:0.5px\">If you enjoy walking, turn this into a mini city adventure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"letter-spacing:0.5px\">Route idea<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li style=\"letter-spacing:0.5px;line-height:1.6\">Walk north from Myeongdong<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"letter-spacing:0.5px;line-height:1.6\">Pass by Cheonggyecheon Stream<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"letter-spacing:0.5px;line-height:1.6\">Continue toward Jongno \u2192 Ikseon-dong<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"letter-spacing:0.5px;line-height:1.6\"><strong>Travel time:<\/strong> ~35\u201345 minutes<br><strong>Why do it:<\/strong> Hidden streets, local vibes, great photo moments<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/images.openai.com\/static-rsc-4\/SiukcTddUBfRrtGdi14k6Iayzvk-Dusw2exmXQnLaJMQzUoEZ5BRJrlQpWGrYP2AWrZJcYinVWIVbXdD_zS58tgY0zQVEvonecWNJHOR1gTRBRp-rArwrfvzz7Ym4gibLms7Ds1NkVBI9s23O0A4SQaEpF_6_5D_tBfXMnCVrHA?purpose=inline\" alt=\"Scenery of the alleyways in Ikseon-dong\" style=\"aspect-ratio:16\/9;object-fit:cover\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"letter-spacing:0.7px\">\u2728 Local Tip<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"letter-spacing:0.7px\">Walking is ideal if you want a <strong>\u201cdiscover Seoul\u201d experience<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"letter-spacing:0.7px\">Subway is the <strong>easiest for first-time visitors<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"letter-spacing:0.7px\">Taxi is best if you&#8217;re <strong>short on time or 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class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"letter-spacing:0.5px\">\ud83e\udded Suggested 2\u20134 Hour Itinerary<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"letter-spacing:0.5px\"><strong>Hour 1\u20132: Myeongdong<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li style=\"letter-spacing:0.5px\">Shopping + street food tasting<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"letter-spacing:0.5px\"><strong>Transit (15 min)<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"letter-spacing:0.5px\"><strong>Hour 2\u20134: Ikseon-dong<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li style=\"letter-spacing:0.5px;line-height:1.6\">Caf\u00e9 hopping<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"letter-spacing:0.5px;line-height:1.6\">Boutique browsing<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"letter-spacing:0.5px;line-height:1.6\">Photography walk<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<style>\n.ikseon-media-section {\n  max-width: 900px;\n  margin: 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target=\"_blank\">\n            True Beauty (2020, \uc5ec\uc2e0\uac15\ub9bc)\n          <\/a>\n          <span class=\"ikseon-starring\">\n            Starring:\n            <a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/search?q=Moon+Ga+young\" target=\"_blank\">Moon Ga-young<\/a>,\n            <a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/search?q=Cha+Eun+woo\" target=\"_blank\">Cha Eun-woo<\/a>\n          <\/span>\n          <span class=\"ikseon-loc\">Date scenes, trendy streets<\/span>\n        <\/li>\n\n      <\/ul>\n    <\/div>\n\n    <!-- Films -->\n    <div class=\"ikseon-card\">\n      <h3>\ud83c\udfa5 Films Shot in Ikseon-dong<\/h3>\n      <ul>\n\n        <li>\n          <a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/search?q=Kim+Ji+young+Born+1982+2019+film\" target=\"_blank\">\n            Kim Ji-young, Born 1982 (2019, 82\ub144\uc0dd \uae40\uc9c0\uc601)\n          <\/a>\n          <span class=\"ikseon-starring\">\n            Starring:\n            <a 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