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Busan, Movie and the City- Visit Taste

Written and Photographed by Travel Writer Mun Cheol-jin

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From the Hollywood blockbuster “Black Panther” loved by movie fans all around the world and the Korean film “Old Boy” that attracted over 10 million people, to the drama, “The King: Eternal Monarch,” the travel show, “Salty Tour” and, even, the Netflix original, “My Name” that has recently gained much popularity, Busan has been the background for countless movies and dramas. A trip to exotic scenes that have appeared in films is an opportunity to encounter the true charm of the city. We have prepared five different themed travel courses that are more cinematic than an actual movie. Be the main character of a film and explore Busan.

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As delicious as a movie! Busan delicacy trip

Busan enjoys an abundance of food ingredients as it lies right next to the sea. Mixed with the unique food culture of Busan, a food trip that can only be encountered in Busan is born. In addition to the classics of pork and rice soup and sea eel, we have put together all of Busan's famous restaurants with great tastes and vibes in one place. Let’s hurry and make our way to find the foods that characters from movies ate so deliciously.

Sasang Kkorijip

They are inexpensive but quite tasty. Their famous dish is grilled pig’s tail, which is something you would normally not eat. Once you fall in love with the chewy, savory and clean taste of pig’s tail, you cannot help but visit Busan again and again.

Location
34, Sasang-ro 233beon-gil, Sasang-gu, Busan / Sasang West Terminal Parking Lot

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1987: When the Day Comes (2017) Starring Kim Yoon-seok, Ha Jung-woo and Kim Tae-ri

A movie about people’s resistance as a result of death-causing torture on a college student by police in 1987

The King (2016) Starring Jo In-sung and Jung Woo-sung

A black comedy film depicting corrupt political prosecutors on a highway to success

Related travel spots

Samnak Eco Park View / Daejeo Eco Park View

Jungang Dwaejijip

Pork and rice soup is the soul food of Busan locals. Having cooked pork and rice soup each and every day for over 30 years, Jungang Dwaejijip serves plentiful and clean soup. Make sure not to miss out on sundae, which is made with a variety of ingredients!

Location
50, Chungjang-daero 5beon-gil, Jung-gu, Busan / Dong-gu Public Parking

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The Sheriff in Town (2017) Starring Lee Sung-min and Cho Jin-woong

A comedy film in which a former detective who retired to his countryside hometown struggles to protect his village

Related travel spots

40-step Culture & Tourism Theme Street View / Gukje Market View

Sonmok Seoga

Cafe that stands out the most in Huinnyeoul Culture Village, Yeongdo. As the name suggests, it is a place where you can read books. As you sit in the front yard from which you can view the sea with an aromatic cup of coffee, all the grief and sorrows of the world will be forgotten.

Location
307, Huinnyeoul-gil, Yeongdo-gu, Busan / Sinseon 3-dong Public Parking Lot

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Waiting For Rain (2021) Starring Kang Ha-neul and Chun Woo-hee

A movie of analog sentiments in which a man and a woman find solace in each other thanks to an accidental exchange of letters

Related travel spots

Yeongdodaegyo Bridge View / Huinnyeoul Culture Village View

Jangseonghyang

Fried dumplings are what Oh Dae-su from the movie “Oldboy” ate for 15 years. Once you take a bite of the huge dumpling, which looks two to three times bigger than normal dumplings, the tasty, gravy-rich meat stuffing fills up your mouth. It is something you can eat day after day.

Location
29, Daeyeong-ro 243beon-gil, Dong-gu, Busan / Chinatown Public Parking Lot

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Oldboy (2003) Starring Choi Min-sik, Yoo Ji-tae and Kang Hye-jung

A mystery thriller depicting revenge by an ordinary salaryman who was kidnapped and imprisoned for 15 years

Related travel spots

Ibagu-gil Photo Studio View / Chinatown View

Choryang 1941

Located on Sanbok Road behind Busan Station, Choryang 1941 remodeled an old Japanese house and exudes a rich, retro-style vibe that makes you feel as if you traveled back to the 1940s. Choryang Milk, which contains a variety of flavors, is so popular that people from other regions order it as well.

Location
533-5, Mangyang-ro, Dong-gu, Busan / Choryang 1941 Parking Lot

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Cafe Midnight 1 (2020) Starring Shin Joo-Hwan, Song Won-yeob and Park Si-woo

A web drama talking about stories of a unique midnight cafe that opens from 12 AM to sunrise

Rain or Shine(2017) Starring Lee Jun-ho and Won Jin-A

A melodrama depicting a man and a woman who have barely survived a collapse begin to heal each other’s wounds

Related travel spots

168 Stairs Monorail View / Ebagu Workshop View

Wonjo Halmae Nakji

Nakgopsae is a dish that boils octopus, beef small intestine and shrimp in a pot together with glass noodles, vegetables and spicy seasoning. If you add chives to the well-simmered seasoning and mix it with freshly cooked white rice, you will be able to finish two to three bowls of rice in no time.

Location
10, Gold thema-gil, Busanjin-gu, Busan / Street of Gold Public Parking Lot

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Battle Trip (2020) Starring In Seong, Dawon and Chan-hee of SF9

A travel show in which celebrities go on themed trips and provide useful information and tips

Related travel spots

Busan Citizens Park View / Street of Youth in Seomyeon View

Chilbaekjang Jangin Gukbap

Chilbaekjang appeared in the movie, “A Taxi Driver.” As soon as you sit down, marinated meat is placed on the table and grilled for you. It boasts inexpensive but delicious food with a commoners’ vibe like that of a transport cafe.

Location
67, Minam-ro, Dongnae-gu, Busan / Chilbaekjang Parking Lot

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A Taxi Driver(2017) Starring Song Kang-ho, Yoo Hae-jin and Ryu Jun-yeol

A film depicting the democratization movement of the Gwangju citizens’ army that resisted against the military power on May 18, 1980

Related travel spots

Geumgang Park View / Dongnaeeupseong Fortress View

Chilseong Sikdang

Chilseong Sikdang is the oldest restaurant on Munhyeon-dong Gobchang Street. The 1st branch, which is still in the original building, gives off a vibe from the 70s and 80s. The chewy tripe and sweet and spicy seasoning are a match made in heaven.

Location
7, Jigegol-ro, Nam-gu, Busan / Chilseong Sikdang Main Branch Public Parking Lot

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Friend (2001) Starring Jang Dong-gun and Yu Oh-seong

A crime action film depicting the friendship and life of four friends who have changed with the flow of time

Related travel spots

Sinseondae Terrace View / Igidae Cliff View

Haeundae Pojangmacha

Yellow pojangmacha, or cart bars, line up in between high-rise buildings and the sea. The romantic atmosphere makes you stay a while longer. The best delicacy is the lobster course served with lobster cooked in various ways together with fresh seafood.

Location
236, Haeundaehaebyeon-ro, Haeundae-gu, Busan / Haeundae Beach Plaza Public Parking Lot

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Welcome, First Time in Korea?(2019) Starring Finnish friends, Bilfu, Billet and Sami

A TV show in which a foreigner living in Korea travels around Korea with friends from his or her home country

Related travel spots

Haeundae View / Dongbaekseom Island View

Wonjo Jipbul Gomjangeo Gijangoegajip

Tasty and soft as it is grilled in an instant at a high 1500 degrees by setting straw on fire. The subtle scent of the straw fire spreads to the tip of your nose and stimulates your appetite. It is the most special way to eat the fresh sea eel caught from the sea in front of Gijang.

Location
5-1, Gongsu 2-gil Gijang-eup, Gijang-gun, Busan / Wonjo Jipbul Gomjangeo Gijangoegajip Parking Lot

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Let's Eat 3(2018) Starring Yoon Doo-joon and Baek Jin-hee

A drama in which the main character reunites with a friend and shares the food and memories from the days when they were in their 20s to overcome wounds

Related travel spots

Ananti Town View / Haedong Yonggungsa Temple View