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Unique pleasure of touring unique bookstores in Busan

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With the presence of online bookstores that offer overnight delivery service and large bookstores that sell even miscellaneous goods such as stationery and daily necessities., local bookstores disappeared some time ago. However, small local bookstores, which seem to exist only in our memories, have just begun to open again. Unique bookstores, where we can consume both books and culture, serve as distinctive venues for culture and art, giving visitors unusual enjoyment.

There is a small universe within Bosu Book Street. Its charming Provence-style appearance is so impressive that it looks like a prop shop at first glance.

Once inside, you’ll be surprised at its cozy interior that looks like a nicely decorated café. The ivory interior on the ceiling creates a warm atmosphere, while the pretty postcards and various handicrafts on display will leave you smiling.

The interior teems with unique and attractive publications. The representative of this bookstore, who loves reading books, says that this space is designed to introduce each of the self-published works that are too good to be forgotten. Instead of bestselling books, this space is mainly filled with self-published literature chosen carefully by the bookstore owner.

Geumjeong-gu also has a unique bookstore that primarily deals with liberal arts books, workbooks, and used original-language editions. Well known as a book café that serves as a bookstore and book café, it’s an excellent place to read quietly. It has a group seating area, also used by book clubs. You can make a reservation and rent a space as well.

The modern interior and open views are relaxing. Aside from simply selling books, it encourages people to participate in various events every week. It hosts different programs for reading and learning such as conversations with poets, a book talk, calligraphy, and an English speech. This is one of the rare bookstores in Busan devoted to communicating with people through unique programs.

Located on the second floor of a retro vintage building, this place intends not to sell only books from the entrance. Old event posters and upcoming book talk schedules silently tell the bookstore’s journey up to date.

Going inside, you’ll be soaked in the smells of books and sweet coffee. Under the slogan of “books and coffee,” which sounds like an advertising phrase, this space mainly handles self-published works such as daily records rather than well-known books.

The books, which are strictly selected by the bookstore owner, look relatively clunky but teem with wit and humor, and most of which would require contemplation. Self-published poetry books or essay collections that didn’t have a chance to be promoted if you look at those books one by one, you may luckily find a hidden gem.
These unique bookstores are dreaming of the second heyday of the off-line bookstore market that keeps getting smaller by attracting readers through diverse programs. They become recognized as new cultural spaces by forming a fan base among not only Busan citizens but also local and international travelers.