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Mousai, a cultural complex for days when you want to get lost in thought

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Are you tired of the hustle and bustle of everyday life and have you shut out valuable thoughts?
On those days when you can't help but think, Mousai is the perfect place to give you food for thought.

Mousai is an independent bookstore and movie theater in Buk-gu, Busan, which stocks many independent books and art films. It also actively organizes cultural events such as reading groups and art education, fulfilling its role as a cultural complex in the neighborhood.
The name comes from Mousai, the goddess of art and learning in Greek mythology, and means 'to contemplate' in Greek, which is fitting for a space that stimulates thought with its many thought-provoking books, films and artistic gatherings.

As you walk in, you'll be greeted by a beautiful display of zero-waste products. The products are full of Mousai's own personality and show the "Mousai”-ness that makes you think twice about the environment. Just past the zero-waste stalls is a café where you can soak up the atmosphere over a drink - not just coffee and juice, but also beer and wine too. It's perfect for those who want to soak up the atmosphere of books and movies over a drink.

There is also a theater in Mousai that shows independent films. It regularly shows independent short films that have unfortunately missed out on theatrical release, and in addition to regular screenings, it also shows a number of good films through special screenings. It's always open, even when it's not showing movies, so you can always drop in for a good read after buying a book.
The theater can also be rented for community cultural activities. In addition to the theater you can also rent community meeting room!

Whether you want to reacquaint yourself with books and moviesaven't seen in a while, or build a cultural community with friends and like-minded people, Mousai, an inspiring independent bookstore and movie theater, is the place to be!

Overview

Address
BF1, Wooshin Shopping Mall, 21, Sanseong-ro 12beon-gil, Buk-gu, Busan
Inquiry
+82-51-362-7004
Closing Dates
Sundays, Mondays
Hours
10:30~21:00, Tuesday – Saturday
Traffic Information
Exit 6, Hwamyeong Station, Busan Subway Line 2 ->5-minute walk (parking available at the shopping mall – parking ticket will be offered by Mousai)