Published Date : Dec 12, 2021 / Edited Date : Jun 20, 2023
The world goes crazy about the Hallyu boom today, thanks to the soaring popularity of K-pop. K-pop has an incredibly passionate fandom that is unconquerable. While there are a lot of K-pop stars that gained our attention this year, the star I chose to talk about today is BLACKPINK who are one of the leading 3rd generation girl groups. Each video has reached at least 100 million views and they are the first artist on YouTube to surpass 70 million subscribers. BLACKPINK is at the center of attention in a diverse range of areas worldwide, beyond their fandom. Wouldn’t you want to be the fan who visits the places your star has been to? Let’s get together Blinks, fans of BLACKPINK!
The sameE by YG
Hapjeong-dong is already the hot spot amongst the younger generation but also famous for YG Entertainment’s new building which is where BLACKPINK is part of. The sameE is located right in front this new YG building. Taking an Entertainment Building tour is a must for all K-pop fans. During the fan tour, it’s impossible to overlook the new YG building where the most popular group BLACKPINK belongs. The YG building is easy to spot and there is a MD shop located in the basement of the cafe building where you can purchase official merchandise. Not only does the space make the YG fans’ hearts flutter but they also have delicious desserts. Make sure you are enjoying a donut, the signature dessert from The sameE, as you take a look around the YG building where BLACKPINK frequently shows up.
Address 6-3 Hyuiujeong-to 1-gil, Mapo-gu, Seoul, Republic of Korea Hours 10:00 ~ 22:00 Everyday
Transportation Hapjeong Station Exit 8 (509m)
Rakkojae, the Hanok Hotel where BLACKPINK had their photoshoot
The BLACKPINK 2020 Summer photoshoot perfectly illustrates the dreamy atmosphere of BLACKPINK and the exquisite beauty of a Hanok. Rakkojae located in the Bukchon Hanok Village is where this amazing photoshoot took place. Rakkojae, located in the middle of a quiet Hanok alley that seems unimaginable in Seoul, has starred in the MICHELIN guide and is a Hanok hotel that perfectly portrays the alluring beauty of Korea. If you want to take a break from your everyday routine and experience a time in the beautiful past, head over to Rakkojae. Add some fun by taking your own photoshoot at the same place where BLACKPINK took theirs.
Address 218 Gahoe-dong, Jongno-gu, Seoul, Republic of Korea
Many people learn pottery making as a way of therapeutic healing today. During BLACKPINK’s reality show ‘24/365 with BLACKPINK’s which was uploaded on BLACKPINK’s official YouTube channel, BLACKPINK’s Jisoo and Rosé went on a pottery date. Cafe Jool located in Donggyo-dong is where BLACKPINK visited. A lot of people come alone, so if you need to take time to heal during your busy daily life, try pottery making as a special event for yourself. It not only relieves your stress as you fully focus on your pottery creation, but also gives you the benefit of taking home a unique gift that can’t be found elsewhere.
Address 3F Sekwang Bldg, 11, Shinchon-ro 4-gil, Seoul, Republic of Korea
Hours 11:00 - 20:00 Everyday
Tel 010-2231-8202
Transportation Subway Line 2, Gyeongui-Jungang Line, Airport Railroad Express (AREX), Hongik University Station Exit 6 (113m)
Complete your look with Socks! I HATE MONDAY, the socks brand BLACKPINK Jennie loves
A true fashionista pays careful attention to his/her socks to build the perfect look, from head to toe. Accessorize with socks like BLACKPINK Jennie, the face of Chanel and a legendary fashion icon. There is a socks store that Jennie introduced during the BLACKPINK Reality show ‘24/365 with BLACKPINK.’ I HATE MONDAY carries a refined yet playful feeling. The server once crashed after it was shown on TV. Many fans who were first introduced to I HATE MONDAY by Jennie have now fell in love with the brand’s distinctive sense of design and have become regulars making pretty socks sell out fast, so I suggest you hurry and head over to I HATE MONDAY now!
Address 58 Sowol-ro, Yongsan-gu, Seoul, Republic of Korea Hours 12:00 - 19:00 Everyday
Tel 070-4028-1867
Transportation Subway Line1, Line 4, Airport Railroad Express (AREX) Seoul Station Exit 10 (428m)
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