Ha:nok

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During holidays, the media often shows celebrities wearing Hanbok and broadcasting programs with Hanoks as the backdrop. This has been the case for past holidays and will likely continue. There's something about holidays that beckons scenes set in Hanok. If there are rare moments of rest without any thoughts, it’s during the Chuseok and Lunar New Year season in Busan. Despite being unable to rest from work every day of the season, there's at least a day to relax without work concerns. This last holiday was no exception, and the space found with a military friend was a place called Hanok in Gijang. Though it's not a type of space I'd normally visit, the special timing of the holiday and the anticipation of meeting people not often seen prompted the search for a Hanok backdrop. Why do people seek to do something against a Hanok backdrop during holidays? It was a thought that occurred during a profound conversation with a military companion, sharing updates we hadn't in a while. The conclusion was that it's simply the most suitable backdrop to visualize tradition. Additionally, around this time, many families bring their parents to enjoy coffee in Hanok spaces, making it meaningful for me as well. Spaces that cater to various age groups are not common, indicating thorough preparation for inclusivity. Especially during holidays, having family, people, and Hanok as the backdrop brings a deep, event-like sentiment. Thus, this place has become somewhere that shows me the holidays. This place is the Hanok Cafe in Gijang, Busan.