Where to Go (Solo Adventures in Korea)

• 1인 식당 (Solo Dining Restaurants)
  Look for places designed for solo eaters with individual booths or cozy counters. Popular picks:

  • Honbap House (혼밥의집) – Seoul-based chain that specializes in solo Korean meals.

  • Ichiran-style Ramen Spots – Private booths, minimal interaction.

  • Kimbap Cheonguk (김밥천국) – A go-to for quick, affordable solo meals.

• Self Photo Studios (셀프 사진관)
  Take cute or artsy solo portraits in booths with professional lighting and fun props. Trendy in areas like Hongdae or Gangnam.

• Book Cafés / Study Cafés
  Relax and read solo with a coffee in peaceful settings. Try:

  • Thanks, Oat (성수) – Plant-based cafe + calm vibe.

  • Daelim Changgo (대림창고) – A huge industrial-style space with a creative feel.

• 1인 노래방 (Solo Karaoke Rooms)
  Perfect for letting loose alone without an audience! Often coin-operated, open 24/7

What to Do (Solo Lifestyle Ideas)

• Take yourself on a “Date”
  Go café hopping, visit a museum, or explore a neighborhood like Ikseon-dong, full of hidden gems.

• Solo Staycation / Hanok Stay
  Book a quiet night alone in a traditional Korean house (hanok) or trendy capsule hotel for a peaceful reset.

• Night Walks + City Views
  Seoul at night is stunning—check out Naksan Park or Eungbongsan for solo-friendly nighttime strolls with views.

• Mindful Journaling + Stationery Shopping
  Places like Artbox, Object, or Kyobo Bookstore are great for cute supplies to journal your Honjok journey.

Apps / Content for Honjok Vibes

• YouTube Channels

  • 온도 log (OhnDo Log) – peaceful vlogs of solo living, perfect for a chill mood.

  • Waveya or Korean ASMR channels – for calm, cozy solo vibes.

• Apps like “Mangoplate” or “Naver Map”
  Great for finding quiet cafés or solo-friendly restaurants.