A 428-year-old pine tree located in Jukseong-ri has been selected as the ‘2025 Tree of the Year’ by the Korea Forest Service long considered a symbol of peace and protection for local residents The announcement highlights the pine tree’s role not only as a natural monument but also as a key cultural asset The selection is part of a national campaign to promote public awareness of protected and heritage trees and to develop them as local tourism resources The selection process included a document review and an on-site evaluation by a panel of experts The Jukseong-ri pine tree was chosen from among 46 candidate trees across 11 cities and provinces recognized for its unique connection to local traditions and community life Designated as a protected tree under the Forest Protection Act this particular pine stands near a traditional village shrine known as a Dangjip Locals still hold annual ceremonies beneath its branches a traditional ritual offering prayers to the sea god for safe fishing and abundant harvests The tree is also associated with the local intangible cultural heritage of bountiful harvest festivals further reinforcing its role as a living symbol of regional identity the pine tree scored highly in both qualitative and quantitative categories These included assessments of ecological value along with factors like the local management system and promotional activities tied to the tree Online voting results were also considered in the final selection The tree is one of 228 protected trees currently managed by the city of Busan The oldest protected tree in the region is a 1,346-year-old zelkova in Jang-an-eup while the youngest is a 104-year-old pine in Noksan-dong Read now > Sign up for our weekly newsletter of articles from Japan, Korea, Guam, and Okinawa with travel tips, restaurant reviews, recipes, community and event news, and more. Workers lay out seaweed to dry in Gijang County, Busan, on Feb. 17. [YONHAP] To write comments, please log in to one of the accounts. National At least 6 dead, 25 injured after Busan construction site fire At least six people died and 25 were injured after a fire broke out at a hotel construction site in Busan on Friday, according to the National Fire Agency. The fire agency stated that the Busan Fire Headquarters first received a fire report at the Banyan Tree Hotel construction site in Gijang-gun at around 10:51 a.m. Authorities arrived at the site nine minutes later and rescued those trapped on the building's 12th floor using helicopters. Six were found in a state of cardiac arrest and their deaths were confirmed at 1:44 p.m. Twenty-five were declared to have suffered minor injuries due to smoke inhalation while 14 others were rescued from the roof. More than 100 of the construction workers inside the building evacuated. With most of the fire extinguished by 1:34 p.m., firefighting officials began to search the building's interior. Fire officials added that the police and local government officials still had to “determine the exact number of workers who were inside (the construction site).” The Busan Fire Headquarters also issued a level two emergency response alert out of its three-tier system, requiring most personnel from eight to 14 nearby fire stations to respond to the scene. According to the National Fire Agency, 124 fire trucks, 352 firefighters as well as three fire helicopters were deployed to the site to extinguish the fire and conduct search operations. Though the exact cause of the fire has yet to be determined, authorities presume insulating material loaded near a swimming pool on the building’s first floor was a factor. Following the incident, the Ministry of Interior and Safety dispatched an on-site situation manager to the scene at noon. Acting President Choi Sang-mok ordered the mobilization of all available personnel and equipment to assist in firefighting efforts. He called for “thorough search and rescue efforts to prevent any loss of life,” while also ensuring the safety of firefighting personnel. At 2 p.m., the Interior Ministry led a situation assessment meeting with related governmental agencies. During the meeting, General Director for Disaster and Safety Management Yi Han-kyung urged the National Fire Agency to focus on fire suppression and to conduct on-site search and rescue operations while also instructing the Korean National Police Agency to ensure strict safety control around the site of the accident. Yi requested the Busan Metropolitan Government activate its disaster safety headquarters to provide immediate assistance to the firefighting officials’ search and rescue efforts, while also directing the Ministry of Employment and Labor to help oversee the process of determining the cause of the incident. 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Although a piloti parking structure was necessary, we minimized the number of columns, separated the upper mass, and used different emphasizing geometric forms, we aimed to make the building appear as if a tree had sprouted from the ground, firmly rooting itself in the landscape. © Young-Chae ParkFreeform and Novelty - Within the functional framework The novelty brought by the building's varied expressions will We hope this building becomes a leading warm space in the area acting as a catalyst for further development You'll now receive updates based on what you follow Personalize your stream and start following your favorite authors If you have done all of this and still can't find the email A fire broke out at the new construction site of the Banyan Tree Hotel in Gijang-gun a fire that is believed to have started at 10:51 a.m on the 14th from the insulation material loaded near the swimming pool on the first floor of the building under construction A construction site official who recognized the fire reported it to 119 The fire authorities issued the "Response Phase 1" at 11:10 a.m and put in a helicopter to extinguish the situation and raised the response level to the second stage at 12 p.m The first stage of response is an alert order in which all the personnel of the competent fire department are dispatched and the second stage of response is an alert order in which 51 to 80 equipment are mobilized from 8 to 14 fire departments It is reported that most of the work is being done indoors for the final construction More than 100 people were evacuated on their own due to the fire Hundreds of people were reportedly participating in the construction around the site A worker in his 50s who witnessed the fire said "A flame started to fly from the ceiling on the first basement floor and black smoke quickly spread to the basement," adding "The workers tried to extinguish the fire with a fire extinguisher but it didn't go out." The black smoke started coming out but it came out so much that I couldn't handle it and the scared people started backing down one by one," he said "I think the fire broke out while working on the floor," Kim said "There was a gap on the floor of the first floor because it was a construction site and the fire seems to have spread between them." He added "Everyone ran outside regardless of who you are because the fire was not caught and the evacuation broadcast came out." Witnesses at the scene said the fire quickly spread to Building A after burning the center it is believed that smoke has rapidly spread through the underground passage "Because the underground passage is connected the fire that started in Building B seems to have spread rapidly from the center to Building A," adding there seems to be no fire prevention facility such as sprinklers." It has been confirmed that the Banyan Tree Hotel was already undergoing final construction after obtaining permission for use by local governments last year "Banyan Tree Haeundae Busan," which caught fire on the same day began construction in December 2021 as a villa-type condo accommodation facility in the Osiria Tourist Complex After completion inspection and approval last year it was confirmed that it was approved for use on December 19 and it was reported that it was scheduled to open in May ※ This service is provided by machine translation tool Fishers remove freshly caught spring anchovies from their nets at Daebyeon Port in Gijang-gun one of Busan's best-known spring festivals was canceled last year due to aging fishing village workers and financial issues but it has been resumed this year and will be held for three days from April 25 to 27 at Daebyeon Port known as a popular Christmas tree destination last winter is bringing back its festive “Tree Village” this season in Gijang The village features 100 snow-covered Christmas trees ranging in height from 4 to 10 meters decorated with 3,000 lights and festive ornaments and is set to operate until the year’s end Visitors can enjoy artificial snowfall two to three times daily with weekend snowfall scheduled at 12 p.m. a pop-up snack bar will be open on Fridays offering seasonal treats like hot chocolate Various eateries in the area will also introduce special holiday menus and the Tree Village is free for all visitors Sign up for our weekly newsletter of articles from Japan It has been confirmed that four people have died so far after a fire broke out at the construction site of the Banyan Tree Hotel in Busan on the 14th at the construction site of the Banyan Tree Hotel in Gijang-gun The Busan Fire Department issued the "Response Phase 1" at 11:10 a.m on the same day and is focusing on extinguishing the situation The first step in response is an alert order in which all the personnel of the competent fire department are dispatched Four out of six cardiac arrest patients have died in this accident so far Ten people were reportedly working inside the building at the time of the fire The fire is believed to have come from an insulation material loaded near the swimming pool on the first floor of the site building sent a safety notice on the same day and said "Vehicles should detour the roads around the building and citizens in the building should evacuate." Regarding the fire at the resort construction site in Gijang-gun Acting President and Minister of Strategy and Finance Choi Sang-mok ordered "Do your best to put out the fire by mobilizing all available personnel and equipment." Freshly caught squid are laid out to dry in the sun in Gijang County Located around 300 meters from Yonggungsa Temple and also not far from the Hilton Busan Andong Boribap offers a gratifying Korean dining experience Andong Boribap features a wide-open dining area and lots of space between tables and is widely-known for its boribap (barley rice) Once a traditional humble dish that didn’t get much attention barley rice restaurants have been making a comeback of sorts as a healthy dining option that offers loads of fresh vegetables for the health-conscious diner It’s also a great restaurant for those looking for a vegetarian option though they do serve meat if you can’t go without There are six kinds of hanjeongsik — each comes with boribap though if you prefer normal rice you should ask for that when ordering We ordered the ttadak bulgogi jeongsik (in the main photo which came a bit later since they grill it outside after your order All the side dishes which came in a wide variety were fresh and delicious; not salty and well-seasoned Their bulgogi is usually pan-fried and there is a bit of soup their ttadak bulgogi is cooked all the way through leaving no juices they give doenjang-jjigae or kimchi-jjigae The rich taste of deeply fermented kimchi was so good that I felt like I could have finished my rice with only the stew The bowl that the barley rice is in is quite big because it comes in a bibimbap bowl which you can make with all sorts of goodness This hearty and healthy meal tastes great in the countryside and is rather refreshing on a hot day when you want something light you may need to check before asking because some of them and japchae will be charged from 3,000 won to 5,000 won though additional barley rice is free comes with ttadak bulgogi and bossam (boiled pork slices served with vegetables) The simplest and cheapest jeongsik they offer is boribap (12,000 won per person) from 12,000 won to 18,000 won and Korean alcohol and soda are available for 2,000 won to 5,000 won especially around 12:30 pm when they are most busy during the day There is a huge parking lot free for customers Open: 11:00 – 21:00 daily (need to check for Seollal and Chuseok holidays) A man in his 30s who broke into a bank in Busan with a toy water gun and threatened to give money was caught by customers and bank employees The Busan Gijang Police Station said on the 10th that it is investigating A on charges of robbery A is suspected of trying to rob a bank in Ilgwang-eup who covered most of his face with a scarf and hat reportedly attempted to rob a bank by pretending to have a real gun using a toy gun wrapped in black plastic The man reportedly entered the bank and shouted at citizens to "get on your knees," and asked the employee to put 50,000 won in a suitcase he had prepared in advance a male customer in his 50s who came to work took away a plastic bag and fought and bank employees overwhelmed him," adding "He was arrested two minutes after entering the bank." After taking over the man from the bank the police are currently investigating the motive of the crime The police will deliver a letter of appreciation to the customer who arrested A meets students at Korean Academy of FIlm Arts in Busan on July 19 poses for a photo during a groundbreaking ceremony for Kofic Busan Studios in Gijang County with other attendees including Busan Mayor Park Heong-joom A character from the Korean Film Council (Kofic) stands in front of the entrance of the Kofic Busan Studios' groundbreaking ceremony held on July 18 in Gijang County A sign for the Korean Academy of Film Arts (KAFA) stands at the entrance of the academy's building Culture Minister Yu In-chon meets with Busan-based filmmakers at a studio at Korean Academy of Film Arts in Busan on July 19 Dessins drawn by Korean Academy of Film Arts students are hung on a wall The inside of a recording room in the Korean Academy of Film Arts's building in Busan [KIM JI-YE] Netflix's entertainment show "Dae-Jang-Gi-Jang" has released main posters and trailers containing the unpredictable joy and romance of Gian 84 which will be unveiled around the world on April 8 is an unusual new concept guest house variety that Gian 84 and Ji Ye-eun will hold with guests at Ulleungdo Gianjang but it provides viewers with pleasant laughter and unpredictable fun with unimaginable "drafted" enjoyment who pioneered the genre of guest house variety through Hyori's Bed and Breakfast met to create a full-length "Gianjang," which is unpredictable in terms of laughter expectations are high for the chemistry between the irreplaceable owner Gian 84 a smart "all-round employee" who can't do anything If the teaser posters and trailers released earlier stimulated curiosity with the unusual sight of the draft which has become a reality for the imagination of the draft further stimulates expectations with the landscape of the draft the ever-changing facial expressions of the Ki Anjang family and the phrase "between healing and killing" are interesting and the main poster is expected to create a new concept of guest house variety that has never been seen before The main trailer is interesting with the spectacular appearance of a five-star guest house on the sea which designed a guest house on Ulleungdo Island Even though I didn't imagine anything about Gianjang it is full of unimaginable fantasy romance Jin and Jin Ye-eun cannot hide their bewilderment in the design where the words "Isn't this crazy?" start from the entrance that can only be accessed by climbing to the kitchen that can only be moved by riding the stick Jin and Ji Ye-eun have completed the armament patch in the armament where cleaning "I think I'm becoming a little like the boss," he said adding a pleasant smile when he naturally enjoys a bare floor nap but the guests who enjoy the comfort zone in their own way "It's youth itself," and the words "Romantic is a house full of romance" that comes after hard work and the story of the comfort zone that will create unimaginable memories "The most important point while directing 'Daehwanjang' was to leave the 'facilitated situation' open It is fun that the unpredictable and fantastic situation is only in the 'Daehwanjang Gijang,' he stressed 'I want to go to the cage at least once,'" he said I was amazed by 'What kind of entertainment is this?' and I hope it's a strangely fun and strangely friendly program." the new concept guest house variety "Daehwanjang Gianjang," which goes between fantasy and fantasy will be available only on Netflix from April 8 A total of nine episodes will be released for three weeks from the 8th and three episodes will be presented sequentially every week starting with the third episode in the first week will be built at Osiria Tourist Complex in Gijang-gun Busan City signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with Hotel Shilla and East Bay to build a five-star hotel brand Shilla Monogram at Gijang Osiria Tourist Complex on the 14th at City Hall and East Bay CEO Song Chang-seok attended the signing ceremony Shilla Monogram is a five-star hotel brand that harmonizes the uniqueness of the top hotel brand "The Shilla" with the local lifestyle Shilla Monogram is not yet in operation in Korea "The Shilla" is operated by two cities in Seoul and Jeju Island The development of the family resort name "Silla Monogram Busan" in East Bay is a project to build 238 hotels and 240 resort condominiums with three basement floors and 26 floors above ground on a 35,19㎡ site in Sirang-ri which will enter the Osiria Tourist Complex is a customized hotel resort for family retreats and the construction will begin in July 2025 and be completed in November 2028 will also operate five-star hotels and condo facilities The Osiria Tourist Complex is currently operating "Ananti Cove" and "Village de Ananti," and "Banyan Tree" is being transformed into a luxury resort next year "Is it Starbucks?" Starbucks Korea is talking about a special store that is being introduced recently Representative examples include Gijang Imrangwon Branch which is decorated with beautiful gardens and large 3-meter dolls in Busan which emphasizes harmony with Uiam Lake in Chuncheon Starbucks is increasing its special stores because it is trying to differentiate itself from low-cost coffee centered on takeout by using a new store experience with specialized elements According to the coffee industry on the 17th Starbucks is preparing to open a new store (Sinchon-ro branch) containing different elements near Sinchon Station on Line 2 next month It is the first time in three years that Starbucks has opened a store in Sinchon since 2021 The company refrained from opening additional business districts to prevent cutting between its stores This is due to the judgment that new demand can be created through 'differentiated stores' Opening a specialized store in Seoul is also worth noting will feature colorful artworks in collaboration with illustrators popular with Generation Z Considering that there are many "Kagong people" who are college students nearby the company plans to arrange a single seat and a multi-person table where several people can sit and study "The overall store design is composed of colors and materials that have a clear contrast compared to general stores." Starbucks is rapidly increasing the number of differentiated stores that apply differentiated elements to general stores such as Sinchonro branch which offers a view of the Gwanggyo Lake Park area from the 41st floor at the top of Gwanggyo SK View Lake There are also "Yongin Gogi-dong Amusement Park" where you can enjoy coffee with a natural view of pine trees and "Gangneung Jumunjin Branch," which remodeled the old squid factory building Starbucks' goal through store differentiation is to provide customers with a new store experience to beat the pursuit of low-cost takeout coffee low-cost coffee brands such as Mega MGC and Compose Coffee are aggressively increasing their stores Mega MGC Coffee had only 1,188 stores in 2020 but increased to more than 3,000 as of September Monthly credit card payments have increased by 89% over the past three years In addition to increasing the number of differentiated stores Starbucks is also speeding up the creation of a "special store." Starbucks' special store consists of a "THE store" and a "concept store." The store has become a symbol representing the region through its overwhelming view Concept stores are meant to inspire new people or reflect on the value of regeneration through unique spaces such as 100-year old houses and traditional markets It is known that the number of specialized stores including 11 special stores and differentiated stores "The company's goal is to become a final destination for customers not a place where stores are lightly passed in everyday life." will open next month in Jeonggwan New Town Gijang-gun city officials announced that the 52.4 billion won project with two floors and one basement is nearly completed after breaking ground in June 2020 The pool will open temporarily from June 1 to 15 in which people can use the pool only 350 people can use the pool and 100 can use the fitness facilities and adults will be on offer as well as a survival water class for infants to learn to adapt to water and shuttle bus service will be announced at the end of the month The Busan Regional Office of Oceans and Fisheries announced that night lights will be installed at four lighthouses around Gijang and Namhang The nighttime illumination of the lighthouses are expected to begin around the middle of June and will provide a new healing space for citizens to relax The four lighthouses to be lit include the Imrang Port Fish Lighthouse Chilam Port Southern Breakwater Lighthouse and Busan Namhang Eastern Breakwater Lighthouse Life&Culture Village de Ananti adds colorful layer to Gijang's tranquility BUSAN -- When it comes to must-visit destinations in Busan the spotlights often fall on the breathtaking Haeundae Beach and the bustling Jagalchi Market not to mention the internationally acclaimed Busan International Film Festival area nestled in the tranquil northeastern side of Busan City lies a hidden gem that remains relatively unknown to many: Gijang-gun This hidden coastal enclave boasts stunning blue waters less affected by urban pollution and is a haven for surfers and beach lovers Alongside the shores are quaint fishing villages Visitors can choose to travel at their own pace strolling through the tranquil parks or immersing themselves in the meditative atmosphere of the temple facing the ocean Gijang promises an escape from the hustle and bustle of city life But that is not all the county has to offer joined the ranks of the renowned Ananti Hilton Busan and the Ananti Cove Village de Ananti occupies a vast 160,000-square-meter area and not only provides luxurious accommodations but also constitutes a complete complex featuring shopping malls Nestled amid the serene surroundings of Gijang the property offers the possibility of rejuvenation at the end of the day A summer day in Gijang can start out with relaxing on Ilgwang Beach Surfers on colorful surfing boards can be easily spotted on waves with a mix of skilled surfers and novices getting quick lessons from instructors Board the Haeundae Blueline Park Beach Train for a ride with stunning coastal scenery The train service was created in 2020 through an eco-friendly transformation of the former railway facility of the East Sea South Line The route stretches some 4.8 kilometers from Haeundae's Mipo to Songjeong Get off at Daritdol Skywalk Station and walk for some 10 minutes passing vintage shops and cafes along the way and you will be found yourself at Ilgwang Beach Unlike many most Buddhist temples that are nestled up in the mountains Haedong Yonggungsa offers a breathtaking view of the ocean and the surrounding cliffs you can hear the sounds of waves at a close distance along with the low voices of visitors praying for good fortune to the statue of Buddha Walking through the surrounding scenery is a delightful experience where lush pine forests and bamboo trees gracefully blend with rocks of diverse shapes and sizes Situated just one kilometer from the entrance of Haedong Yonggungsa is the Fisheries Science Museum where you can explore exhibitions on maritime science and technology Some might seek a quiet and serene retreat in their own time and space while others may crave a vibrant summer atmosphere with activities and pool time Village de Ananti has something to offer to both The complex features a total of 392 cabins with 114 hotel rooms accessible to the public while 278 private villas and penthouses are for the exclusive use of Ananti Club members Guests are invited to indulge in relaxation and entertainment at five swimming pools and 11 charming squares scattered throughout the property seamlessly connecting to various facilities including dining halls and cultural activity destinations One must-visit spot for shoppers is LP Crystal a retail space located at the heart of the hotel with shops selling various trendy brands and Ananti's signature lifestyle retailer "I have always envisioned a picturesque coexistence of the sea and forest city and garden and the past and the future," Lee Man-keu "Although we have rooms dedicated to members only the platform we have built is fully open for everyone to enjoy including those not staying in our rooms." live music performances will take place at G Square every Friday night and an art exhibition will be hosted at LP Crystal's lobby lounge from Aug Every Saturday beginning this week through Aug a special program for children featuring an outdoor percussion band parade will take place The plan to unify the candidacies of conservative People Power Party presidential candidate Kim Moon-soo and former Prime Minister Han Duck-soo faces a rocky road What’s next after deadline: Mass medical student retentions to come Netflix's 'The Devil’s Plan' returns with star-packed season 2 Seoul to host inaugural 'MyK Festa' in June 'Smile at me': Cancer-fighting senior influencer inspires with strength Yoo Seung-ho returns to stage as Brutus in reimagining of 'Julius Caesar' [Photo News] Korea gears up to celebrate Buddha's birthday Respect wanes: Teaching no longer highly coveted job in S Lee Jae-myung leads in hypothetical three-way race with Han Duck-soo is compared to the anterior view of a cafe in Ulsan is compared with the interior view of a cafe in Ulsan is compared to the ground-floor view of a cafe in Ulsan Lotte Premium Outlet Dongbu San Branch in Osiria Tourist Complex organized a rich event to mark its 10th anniversary According to Lotte Premium Outlet Dongbu San Branch on the 27th it will launch a variety of grand opening events by introducing a new resting cultural space and new brands to commemorate the 10th anniversary of its opening on the 29th Lotte Mall's Dongbu San Branch will introduce a new resting cultural space of 1,400 pyeong (4600㎡) Garden-type theme spaces have been created throughout the outlet so that you can enjoy relaxation a large mirror pond-type stage has been established where visitors can enjoy various events and attractions and in the North Square and the central customer passageway a garden-type rest area where visitors can enjoy various plants throughout the four seasons The introduction of famous domestic and foreign brands will also continue to expand Stone Island will open for the first time among local outlets on the 29th and the nation's largest "Polo" store will open in September more than 160 brands will hold up to 20% additional discounts a 5% mobile gift certificate gift promotion will be held if you purchase more than a certain amount of fashion single-brand products such as Handsome and Samsung C&T with Lotte Card it will open a pop-up store for the popular game 'Cookie Run' and operate a game experience zone and a photo zone while displaying the 'Brave Cookie' character worth 7m Lotte World Parade will be held on September 7 and fireworks will be held on September 14 Lotte Premium Outlet Dongbu San Branch was visited by 6.5 million shoppers last year alone and more than half of its domestic customers were confirmed to be outside Busan it said that it has established itself as a major tourist course in Busan with the number of foreign tourists visiting from January to July this year up 60% from the same period last year One of the latest trends when traveling to Busan is skipping the beaches at Haeundae and Gwangalli Contemporary people who have made travel part of their routine feel compelled to find new places to go and things to do That’s not where travel trendsetters go on their trips to Busan I visited four of Busan’s hippest destinations on a three-day trip on July 20 on behalf of those who are planning a trip to Busan for the summer holiday Moisture was in the air at Ahopsan Forest (located in Cheolma Township Busan) when I arrived just after noon on July 21 The tree branches stretching into the sky rustled in the breeze Ahopsan is named for the nine peaks in the area But there’s no need to be intimidated by the word “peak” — these are mild and modest hills and the tallest only has an elevation of 361 meters The forest in the area covers 528,952 square meters the first thing to greet me was a colony of pine trees have been designated for special care by Gijang County Given the prevalence of pine trees on the Korean Peninsula I wasn’t particularly impressed by the scenery here the forest unveiled its true charm near a sign that said “Maengjong Grove at the Shamanistic Ritual Site.” There was a modestly sized clearing here hemmed in by dense thickets of maengjong the local villagers believed it was under the sway of guardian spirits from the nine mountains they had the local shaman perform a ritual in the clearing The bamboo trees around the clearing bore witness to people’s hopes and fears The bamboo trees grow to a height of 10-20 meters and are quite thick Maengjong is the thickest of the bamboo species native to Korea I spotted two huge stone pillars that looked familiar for some reason The pillars had been set up for a scene in “The King: Eternal Monarch,” a television drama that didn’t live up to the typical success of Kim Eun-sook a Korean screenwriter known for her Midas touch That drama wasn’t the only production to take advantage of the bamboo grove It has also featured in films such as “Kundo: Age of the Rampant” (2014) and “The Tiger” (2015) “The King: Eternal Monarch” may have failed to draw in viewers but the stone pillars are a popular spot for tourist snapshots was taking photographs with her younger brother Chan-woong “The lush bamboo grove is gorgeous; you can feel nature in all her power,” Chan-woong said Su-hyeon’s bleach-blonde hair stood out against the bamboo trees This family said they’d come to “enjoy some peace of mind.” They had no reason to go to Haeundae or Gwanganri The forest trail is 3.2 kilometers (1.9 miles) in total meaning that it takes an hour and a half to walk the entire route and oleander trees are of course beautiful but the real highlight lies in the second forest It covers an area of 10,000 square kilometers Light and shadow dance with each other between the dense bamboo trees Those taking a break on the benches close their eyes The breeze flowing through the forest lingers around them encouraging a quiet tranquility to settle over them Who are the owners of the two biggest bamboo groves in the country The groves are a product of more than 300 years of hard work by the Nampyeong Moon clan who have protected and nurtured them through the Japanese occupation and the Korean War he follows in the footsteps of his grandfather Moon Ui-soon (d The forest was originally closed to the public for fear of damage but it gained fame after it was used as a movie location which led many to ask for it to be reopened A warning written by the owner follows you as you walk: “We are cutting down all bamboo trees that have been carved into with graffiti the fewer trees there will be in this forest.” the kind you would imagine came straight out of Kim Cho-yup’s SF stories I could see a rusty ship docked at the wharf outside the window The contrast between the dilapidated apartments on the ridge and the trading ships at Gamman Pier in the distance made the huge cafe look even more sophisticated the flagship “hotspot” in Yeongdo District The staff boasts that it is “the largest cafe in East Asia.” P.Ark is a large cafe-type complex cultural space with a total area of 16,693 square meters in a six-floor building with a basement The bakery café on the fourth floor has more than 1,000 seats and covers an area of 1,983 square meters the area has become an attraction for 700,000 people a year thanks to the scenery and more than 100 types of baked goods the 41-year-old CEO of the ship repair company Jeil SR Group Ryu is the son of the company’s founder Ryu In-seok This explains why P.Ark looks a lot like a large cruise ship when seen from a distance He even graduated from Korea Maritime and Ocean University He explains that he built P.Ark because he “wanted to contribute to local development and to turn Yeongdo into a hub of Busan tourism.” Yeongdo District was listed alongside Busan’s Dong (East) and Seo (West) District by the Ministry of the Interior and Safety as one of 89 regions experiencing population decline they have recently been filling again as the number of visitors grows year after year A key factor in that has been the emergence of numerous cafés “They’ve also gained two new branches of Starbucks a company that is very picky about locations,” he noted The cornerstone for Yeongdo’s coffee culture was laid early on by cafés like Momos Coffee and Cotton Diary which took up residence at a pier for small ships in the city’s Bongnae neighborhood has carried on P.Ark’s approach of scenery-based content It was created in a converted dockside warehouse with one of its walls given over to a large picture window that offers a view of the busy activities on the pier the city of Busan announced in July 2022 that it planned to turn a 600-meter section of Bongnae Naru Road near the pier into a specialized “coffee street.” In November Also enjoying popularity are coffee shops in the island’s Huinnyeoul Cultural Village and Bongsan Village and on the slopes of Mount Bongnae Yeongdo has become a real “treasure island.” Another sight awaiting Busan visitors is the string of coffee shops that have opened along the beaches of Gijang County Perhaps the most representative of these ocean view cafés is Waveon Coffee which ushered in the Gijang “coffee village” culture with consistent success since its 2016 opening It boasts unique scenery with its location by a cliff in the village of Wollae Another premier location is the outdoor courtyard which is decked out with dozens of blue cushions This place doesn’t just sell coffee — it offers a leisure experience where visitors can enjoy a pause in the company of the sea Waveon Coffee’s success touched off a boom that has seen dozens of new coffee shops appearing all the way south to Ilgwang Beach D1 Bakery Café has attracted notice by setting up a photography spot with designs imitating the scenery of Greece’s Santorini Island Even the same locations take on different looks for travelers during the day and nighttime I visited at 7 pm on July 21 to board a Yo Company yacht anchored by the Suyeongman Bay Yachting Center which I’d reserved the day before through the website of the travel agency Busan Special Travel Forces The tour is available in “public” and “private” options where the private one involves renting the yacht to yourself I went with “public.” The cost was 25,000 won for a little over an hour there are around 40 yacht tour companies operating in Busan they typically fall in the range of 25,000 to 30,000 won and up for an adult ticket “Places like Jeju and Yeosu also have yacht tours but Busan is the only one where you can really enjoy the cityscape at night.” and the yacht slowly began heading out to sea it passed by the Nurimaru APEC House convention center said this was his second yacht tour in Busan I like being able to see the sea from up close Gwangan Bridge hove into view just as the red fabric of twilight was beginning to cloak the city The lights of the cars on the bridge seemed like stars I could hear the lyrics of Cho Yong-pil’s song “Words of the Wind”: “Even when your kind heart is hurt / Life is warm.” The last spectacle of the yacht tour was a firework display on the boat It’s the sort of thing that might seem dangerous — but Yo Company CEO Hong Sang-gi explained “It’s safe because they’re being exploded in the other direction where the wind is blowing.” which has emerged as a hot spot in the city’s Suyeong District — so popular that a long line had already formed even before the complex opened at 10 am The most eye-catching part was the terraced seating modeled on a Roman amphitheater The scene visible through the picture window opposite it seemed like something out of a film noir and the image looked like the sort of place where the characters “Sergeant Kwon” (Zo In-sung) and Jang Do-ri (Park Jeong-min) might have had a brawl in the movie “Smugglers.” The combined shopping center/cultural space was built by Kitchen Borie the same company that operates The Bay 101 and Old Tree Market elsewhere in the city It was designed to resemble an old warehouse in New York with a 4,447 m2 of floor area on a site measuring 7,722 m2 It includes a Starbucks and around 25 other businesses Another distinctive shopping destination that has been drawing notice is Village de Ananti a resort/cultural space that opened on July 18 a cultural space with a gross floor area of 19,834 square meters I found a space designed to give the same feeling as traveling through the winding streets of a small European or American city A combined coffee shop and clothing store has been opened here by the brand Saint James a company with a 130-year history that is seen as synonymous with the “nautical look.” The bookshop Hazel has shelves lined with art books and other distinctive publications The 86 select shop brands and 15 independent stores each offer a different color sense and a different take on interior designs Also located here are food and beverage establishments like Le Blanc the grocery store Moby Dick Market is of note to gourmands with its array of foods in unusual forms Village de Ananti is a village-style resort with an area of 160,000 m2 — twice the size of Ananti Cove next door and the accommodations at the hotel Ananti at Busan it also boasts five swimming pools and 11 outdoor squares Please direct questions or comments to [english@hani.co.kr] where one can enjoy the sandy and rocky beach anytime WAVEON café is located on a hill overlooking the beach shore of gijangall images © kim jaeyoon by including the panoramic view of the seashore as a main feature in this project, hee soo kwak reveals how one can grasp the relationship between a natural scenery and architecture the primary condition developed lies in maximizing the length of the building openings that face the sea and beach a wide and long corridor bearing seating spaces with ocean view deliver internal voids at the center — embracing more diverse coastal sceneries this is achieved by stacking long and sequential spaces with various heights and connected to each other via a bridge.  one can enjoy the sea over the tall pine trees the outer space of waveon café includes pyeongsang — an outdoor furniture traditionally used for small group activities instead of setting a wide terrace on the beach a series of those elements placed under pine trees acts as semi-individual spaces to enjoy a meditative time with a cup of coffee around natural scenes an obliquely punched concrete wall offers perforated viewpoints towards the sea shore beyond the pine trees wide and spiral corridor bearing seating spaces embraces many diverse scenes from outdoors one can notice the extended horizon where sea and sky become one a privileged view that is most striking during sunrises and sunsets in this unique café building where nature and artificial settings meet via meditative and playful ways visitors can experience a new type of retreat just sipping coffee and sitting at a table.  empty spaces in the center are embodied by stacking long and sequential spaces Void space in the center generates the decent solution to make more seats viewing scenery interiors have various heights and are connected to each other via a bridge the holes within the concrete wall reflect the eroded seashore rocks plays a meaningful role as semi-individualized spaces pyeongsang create terraced hubs that are ideal for meditative times facing the natural scenery architect: hee soo kwak location: 533(522-2) korea programme: coastal cafésite area: 1,381.53m² building area: 253.19m² gross floor area: 497.33m² building scope: 3f height: 11.22m building to land ratio: 18.33% floor area ratio: 36.00% structure: RCexterior finishing: exposed concrete completion: dec 2016project credit: hee soo kwak and IDMM architects designboom has received this project from our ‘DIY submissions‘ feature, where we welcome our readers to submit their own work for publication. see more project submissions from our readers here. AXOR presents three bathroom concepts that are not merely places of function but destinations in themselves — sanctuaries of style The grand opening of Busan’s largest eco-friendly resort Ananti proudly unveiled their expansive 160,000㎡ (approximately 48,400 pyeong) resort located within the Osiria Tourism Complex in Gijang-gun Boasting twice the size of its predecessor “Ananti Cove,” this remarkable facility stands as the largest among all Ananti-operated resorts nationwide the pre-sale rate for the luxurious penthouse accommodations Accommodation facilities consist of a 278-room penthouse and a 114-room ‘Ananti at Busan Hotel’ The penthouse rooms are elegantly divided into three categories: “Manor House,” “Clipper,” and “Mansion.” offers detached villas for a private and intimate experience presents a unique combination of a cypress bath spring house and a duplex pool house with a private pool overlooking the ocean The Mansion features both a pool house with a swimming pool and a spring house with a natural hot spring Ananti at Busan Hotel offers a nautical-themed design for its duplex rooms affording guests breathtaking views of the sea and the lush forest through large windows in the living area Within the vast 39,669㎡ (approximately 12,000 pyeong) resort area a serene main square surrounded by a forest and a lake occupies 25% of the total site with a 3.6km promenade encircling the complex providing guests with an hour-long scenic walk Village de Ananti finds its place near the existing Ananti Cove invites visitors to indulge in a new lifestyle experience At its heart lies a large-scale complex cultural space Ananti’s most expansive swimming pool to date the resort hosts live music performances every Friday night in the plaza an interactive exhibition featuring the enchanting picture books of French writer Laurent Moreau can be enjoyed by children through digital media an exciting percussion band event is planned showcasing captivating rhythms and spirited marching performances A computer-generated image shows a birds-eye view of the Gijang KBO-Baseball Center with the new baseball museum A computer-generated image shows the baseball museum A farm cultivating seaweed at sea in the Republic of Korea has become the first of its kind to be certified against the ASC-MSC Seaweed Standard The farm is operated by Gijang Sustainable Seaweed Network based in Gijang County in the Republic of Korea The farm cultivates wakame (Undaria pinnatifida) at sea processed and sold for human consumption around the world Wakame has been farmed for over 1,000 years and is used in a number of popular dishes such as miso soups as well as being the main ingredients of seaweed salads popular in sushi restaurants around the world Its low calorie and high nutrient content mean it is considered by many to be a superfood Gijang is the second producer to be certified against the ASC-MSC Seaweed Standard, after Euglena Co in Japan and is the first farm cultivating at sea to achieve the certification the farm has demonstrated a minimal impact on the environment The seaweed is grown from spores produced by the farm with no reliance on wild harvested seaweed Wakame cultivated in Gijang is a well-known seaweed product in the Korean domestic market “We are delighted to achieve ASC-MSC certification to demonstrate our responsible farming practices,” said Minsu Kim from Gijang Sustainable Seaweed Network “Our seaweed is sold to customers around the world and we want to give them the assurance that our products have been produced with minimal environmental and social impacts.” “Congratulations to Gijang on achieving ASC-MSC certification,” said Patricia Bianchi “The certification confirms the sustainable environmental practices of the operation and their safeguarding of nearby marine ecosystems and also ensures the good labour conditions of the hardworking employees and positive impacts for local communities “This certification is an exciting development because it means consumers in Europe and Asia will be able to enjoy the health benefits of seaweed that has been responsibly produced As seaweed products increase in popularity it will become more important than ever to ensure they are farmed or harvested responsibly and the ASC-MSC Seaweed Standard provides that assurance.” The certification was marked with a ceremony at the Busan International Fisheries & Seafood Expo in South Korea on 6 November The ceremony was attended by representatives from ASC Gijang Haenyeochon is a must for diners looking for a wide variety of seafood caught fresh from the local seas Haenyeo can be translated to ‘a woman diver’ in English and a Korean traditional Haenyeo traces back to Goryeo Dynasty The typically elderly women go into the water off the local coasts and find marine products like seashells without a oxygen tank Haenyeochon means ‘a village where Haenyeos live’ in which there usually is an area for the women to sell what they retrieved from the sea that day I am not sure Gijang Haenyeochon is actually that kind of area but surely all the seafood is always fresh and the atmosphere is nice There are many pavilions by the coastline and they are pretty much the same in price and menu so you can just pick one while walking around My friend and I decided to go to “Grandma Jo’s” (조씨할매집) that day This Haenyeochon is famous for their seafood sets which are served between 30,000 won to 50,000 won depending on the size especially with an additional order of Jeonbokjuk (Korean style congee with abalone) Knowing that we both eat quite well and there was no small size raw abalone They were still alive and we could see them moving except one dish of cooked seashells The healthy and fresh delicious taste kept us focused on the food — some were very chewy The mussel soup was very nice to sip from every once in a while Seaweed mixed with their gochujang-based sauce as a side dish can be a nice touch to enjoy the seafood and gives it a little kick Switching between the two kinds of sauce — a gochujang and vinegar based and the other sesame oil based — mixed flavors which even for those who don’t enjoy seafood that much would appreciate If you would like to enjoy specific kinds of seafood you can order more individually and it will be between 10,000 won or 15,000 won per dish We ordered Jeonbokjuk when we ordered our set so that it would be served when we almost finished with our main dinner It is 10,000 won per portion and the minimum order is for two It seemed nothing was really added and was kept simple with only rice We were very happy with our choices and the atmosphere of the sea and the tent was a good reminder of simpler times these fishermen live in day to day Many tables are empty yet during the day on weekdays but it can be a different story during the summer vacation season Their pavilions do not have built-in electricity so they do not have refrigerators Open: 09:00 – 19:00 (18:00 in winter) daily except the second and last Wednesday (need to check for national holidays) Parking: Free at Gijang Haenyeochon Parking Lot (기장 해녀촌 주차장) The WBSC will produce and live-stream all 50 games of the XXIX WBSC U-18 Baseball World Cup 30 August) with six games at Gijang-Hyundai Dream Ballpark in Korea Korea — The World Baseball Softball Confederation today announced that it will produce and live-stream all 50 games of the XXIX WBSC U-18 Baseball World Cup® 30 August) with six games at Gijang-Hyundai Dream Ballpark All games will be produced with English commentary while select games will also be produced with Spanish commentary WBSC has awarded broadcast rights to Japan’s TV Asahi and J SPORTS Korea’s Spotv and the Taipei-based Videoland WBSC will cover viewers in other countries and territories via its own OTT platform at gametime.sport and the official WBSC YouTube channel at youtube.com/wbsc Beng Choo Low and WBSC Executive Director Michael Schmidt unveiled the official trophy of the U-18 Baseball World Cup before a crowded press conference today “This U-18 Baseball World Cup will provide a preview of the future of our sport and some of the players here will become baseball’s next stars,” said Schmidt “This flagship youth world championship will also be a preview of some of the biggest international baseball events in history: The WBSC Premier12 this November and the Tokyo 2020 Olympics.” The top three teams from Group A will play the top three teams from Group B in the Super Round from 5-7 September with the top two teams meeting in the Final match For the title of World Champion on Sunday The official website of the WBSC U-18 Baseball World Cup is available in six languages — including English, French, Japanese, Korean, Spanish and Traditional Chinese — at https://u18bwc.wbsc.org Sitemap Media Data Protection Contacts Avenue Général-Guisan, 45 CH-1009 Pully | Switzerland The WBSC is recognised as the sole competent authority in Baseball and Softball by the International Olympic Committee An aerial view of an outdoor swimming pool at Village de Ananti in Gijang County Mobvdick Market sells high-end groceries and liquor from across the globe chief executive helper of Ananti [VILLAGE DE ANANTI] A private villa for members only at Village de Ananti [YIM SEUNG-HYE] A loft cabin at Ananti At Hotel [VILLAGE DE ANANTI] Baseball’s 29th U-18 World Championship will be contested over 50 games with the world’s best youth baseball players and teams to compete over nine days of competition at Gijang-Hyundai Dream Ballpark LAUSANNE, Switzerland — The World Baseball Softball Confederation (WBSC) today announced the game schedule for the XXIX WBSC U-18 Baseball World Cup® 2019 to be staged from 30 August to 8 September in Gijang with the world’s best youth baseball players and teams competing over nine days of competition at Gijang-Hyundai Dream Ballpark “The teams now know the challenging path to be crowned baseball’s Under-18 World Champions with the best young players from one nation competing against the best players of another nation,” said WBSC President Riccardo Fraccari and these elite youth games in Gijang promise to deliver a great atmosphere for the athletes as well as the fans watching in the ballpark and around the world.” Games 1 and 2: The first two games of the youth baseball world championship will be a continental collision between the Americas and Asia Chinese Taipei and Panama claimed the silver medal in their respective continental championships in 2018 the 2017 U-18 Baseball World Cup bronze medallists the second-place finishers of the 2018 U-18 European Baseball Championship Game 4: Oceania’s top-ranked baseball nation and one of the biggest baseball nations from Central America Game 5: Four-time defending U-18 Baseball World Cup champions USA will begin their world title defence against Africa’s champions the current European champions in the U-18 category the current Asian U-18 champions and 2017 U-18 Baseball World Cup second-place finishers with the top two teams meeting in the Final match For the title of World Champion on Sunday The official website of the WBSC U-18 Baseball World Cup has been launched at https://u18bwc.wbsc.org in six languages The Korea Baseball Softball Association (KBSA) is the host of the WBSC U-18 Baseball World Cup together with Gijang County and the nation’s Ministry of Strategy and Finance have consistently featured players who have gone on to become some of the biggest names in the sport such as Japan’s Yu Darvish and Shohei Ohtani; Korea’s Shin-soo Choo; Cuba’s Yasiel Puig and Aroldis Chapman; and Clayton Kershaw who all played for USA Baseball’s U-18 National Team The long-awaited Korean Baseball Hall of Fame will finally open in Gijang in 2024 The KBO Secretariat and Gijang-gun will meet to discuss all matters pertaining to opening the Korean Baseball Hall of Fame and sign an agreement later on this year The Korea Baseball Hall of Fame is expected have three floors above ground and a basement The agreement between the two parties has been in the works for the past eight years and other events and competitions to promote Busan as the mecca of Korean baseball This website is using a security service to protect itself from online attacks The action you just performed triggered the security solution There are several actions that could trigger this block including submitting a certain word or phrase You can email the site owner to let them know you were blocked Please include what you were doing when this page came up and the Cloudflare Ray ID found at the bottom of this page The Jwagwangcheon Trail in Gijang-gun is blossoming with vibrant tulips The Gijang County Office in Busan revealed that they have transformed the Jwagwangcheon area into a tulip paradise boasting a stunning display of 35,000 tulips serves as a popular walking path for residents The Gijang-gun Office meticulously planted tulips along the slopes adjacent to iconic bridges such as Dalsangyo Bridge and Jungang Bridge in the Jwagwangcheon area Their aim is to provide residents with a delightful tulip-viewing experience while strolling along the trail These tulips were cultivated by the county office starting from bulbs purchased last November and nurtured in a greenhouse at a local nursery for three months A Busan-based Demand-Responsive Transport (DRT) system ‘Tabara,’ has began trial operation in Gijang-gun DRT is user-oriented and enables to adjust the pick-up and drop-off time and location according to passengers’ needs through a smartphone application and major tourist spots including Osiria Tourist Complex The fares will be the same as using a regular city bus On the fourth floor of the building on the main road before Hilton Busan in Gijang Ildeungga opens every day for duck meat lovers at affordable prices the comfortable interior welcomes its customers This special duck bulgogi restaurant has mainly two kinds of bulgogi on the menu; soybean sauce and gochujang sauce duck bulgogi with three sets available — a family set for 62,000 won and the mini set for 28,000 won which is available only for additional orders which consists of 800g of meat and 600g of vegetables and a bokkeumbap (fried rice) for two when we had a little bit of bulgogi left We were first quite surprised at the amount of meat and also at the delicious taste The thinly sliced meat was easy to cook with the fresh vegetable medley The sauce was so mild that we could fully savor the meat’s texture and taste Various fresh leaves to make wraps were added to the meal and the individually served dipping sauce for the meat was fun to try out The bokkeumbap mixed with the leftover meat It was a great way to finish up the meal after fully enjoying the duck we were given a discount coupon for a café on the top floor Reservations are recommended for bigger groups or tables by the window Bus pick-ups are available for a group with more than 11 people This restaurant is awarded as “excellent ” for hygiene by the Ministry of Food and Drug Safety Ilgwang Dodam Toy Library has opened on the second floor of a commercial building near Ilgwangcho The Gijang-gun Comprehensive Parent Support Center opened the facility which provides rentals of over 1,000 toys and childcare products and parenting counseling for toddlers and infants It is open from Tuesday to Saturday and is closed on Sunday Anyone can use the facility by signing up on the company’s website and paying a 10,000 won to 15,000 won annual membership fee contact the Gijang-gun General Childcare Support Center Andong Boribap offers a gratifying Korean dining experience Andong Boribap features a wide-open dining area and lots of space between tables and is widely-known for its boribap (barley rice) There are six kinds of hanjeongsik — each comes with boribap though if you prefer normal rice you should ask for that when ordering We ordered the ttadak bulgogi jeongsik (in the main photo Their bulgogi is usually pan-fried and there is a bit of soup their ttadak bulgogi is cooked all the way through leaving no juices they give doenjang-jjigae or kimchi-jjigae The rich taste from deeply fermented kimchi was so good that I felt like I could have finished my rice with only the stew The bowl that the barley rice is in is quite big because it comes in a bibimbap bowl which you can make with all sorts of goodness and japchae will be charged from 3,000 won to 5,000 won though additional barley rice is free comes with ttadak bulgogi and bossam (boiled pork slices served with vegetables) The simplest and cheapest jeongsik they offer is boribap (9,000 won per person) from 10,000 won to 15,000 won and Korean alcohol and soda is available for 2,000 won to 4,000 won Restaurant Information Andong Boribap (안동보리밥) Open: 11:00 – 21:00 daily (need to check for Seollal and Chuseok holidays) Address: Dongam1gil 5 Fans of concrete architecture should find a lot to like about this recently-completed project in Gijang Designed by Heesoo Kwak and IDMM Architects the Gijang Waveon cafe consists of stacked concrete blocks which are arranged in an attempt to maximize the available view Commissioned by a client requiring a 500 sq m (5,381 sq ft) building atop a hill that would ensure as many customers as possible could gaze toward the sea Heesoo Kwak and IDMM Architects designed three angular concrete forms The interior of the cafe features ample glazing which frames the view at multiple angles and the concrete structure is peppered in places with Swiss cheese-like holes It's all very well executed and judging by the photos doesn't appear overly cold or harsh despite the uniform color and use of materials Heesoo Kwak and IDMM Architects used both standard tables and chairs and traditional Korean furniture made up of stepped wooden platforms for people to sit and drink The building also culminates with a rooftop viewing point with more seating We've covered a few notable projects that make fine use of concrete lately, including Lebanon's Casa Brutale and Peru's award-winning UTEC South Korea boasts more than its fair share of outstanding concrete architecture too and IDMM Architects' website is worth checking out for some more concrete eye-candy The Gijang Waveon was completed in December Source: IDMM Architects tens of billions of won worth of fraud cases have occurred under the guise of the family of the head of a local government According to the Gijang Police Station in Busan on the 6th police are investigating allegations that A (in his 60s) stole billions of won worth of cash while running the system against his acquaintances A is accused of stealing 4 billion won in cash by running a system against his acquaintances since 2021 It is known that there have been about 20 confirmed victims so far The police are currently confirming A's related suspicions based on the victims' complaints and statements It is reported that the county chief said he had no knowledge of the allegations surrounding his sister and that he was irrelevant "We cannot confirm the contents of the matter under investigation." the former mayor's daughter B (in her 40s) was arrested in Busan on charges of committing an investment fraud worth 15 billion won B was arrested in January on charges of fraud under the Aggravated Punishment Act for Specific Economic Crimes B is accused of stealing 15 billion won in investment from 20 people by selling the name of his father who served as the mayor of Busan several times until November last year saying that he would give profits if he invested in an empty bottle cleaning business A police investigation revealed that B had never actually run an empty bottle cleaning business B showed off his wealth by posting photos of vehicles worth more than 100 million won but he reportedly turned the victims' money and eventually reached the point of selling luxury goods at a low price through a used trading platform Switzerland — The World Baseball Softball Confederation (WBSC) today unveiled the new official visual identity of the Women’s Baseball World Cup the pinnacle platform and world championship of women’s baseball that is celebrated every two years WBSC also announced a global line-up of participating nations for the LG Presents WBSC Women’s Baseball World […] Switzerland — The World Baseball Softball Confederation (WBSC) today unveiled the new official visual identity of the Women’s Baseball World Cup the pinnacle platform and world championship of women’s baseball that is celebrated every two years WBSC also announced a global line-up of participating nations for the LG Presents WBSC Women’s Baseball World Cup 2016 Gijang scheduled this year from 3-11 September in Busan Metropolitan City where the new emblem and forthcoming official look will first be put on display was recently named the official title sponsor of the VII WBSC Women’s Baseball World Cup 2016 The new WBSC Women’s Baseball World Cup logo features a high-energy with back-and-forth motion and force that captures both the anticipation and excitement of the swing Designed by British mega-event branding experts WORKS the new logo is part of an ongoing suite and new unified look and system for all Baseball World Cup™ world championship properties (WBSC U-12 The newly launched identity of the Women’s Baseball World Cup follows the rollout of new logos/looks for the U-18 Baseball World Cup and global flagship Premier12™ The Official Look and tournament logo featuring LG and Gijiang 2016 will be unveiled in the coming weeks The LG Presents WBSC Women’s Baseball World Cup 2016 in Gijang Korea will showcase a global footprint that includes a newly expanded tournament format which has been increased from eight nations at the sixth edition in 2014 in Miyazaki The Women’s National Baseball Team of Japan are the four-time defending World Champions and current No 1 in the WBSC Women’s Baseball World Rankings 2 United States will head to Gijang as the inaugural 2015 Pan-Am champions in women’s baseball claimed the bronze medal at the last WBSC Women’s Baseball World Cup defeating Canada in the third-fourth place final The Women’s National Baseball Team of Pakistan will be making their debut on the world stage in Gijang “This is an exciting time of sustained growth and emergence of our sport at the world level,” said WBSC President Riccardo Fraccari “We foresee widening attraction and audiences of National Team competitions within our sport and that’s why we are committed to unveiling a unified impactful and highly recognisable brand across all our properties — distinguishing them from club competitions.” has acquired the exclusive rights to be the host broadcaster and showcase the games within the host nation 4-time defending World Champions USA take 16-game win-streak into Gijang GIJANG, Korea — This is the 29th edition of the WBSC U-18 Baseball World Cup and the second time the junior baseball world championship is being held in Korea It is also the second time that a World Cup is being played at Gijang-Hyundai Dream Ballpark (WBSC Women’s Baseball World Cup 2016) USA (9) and Korea (5) have won the most U-18 Baseball World Cups USA enters Gijang having won their last 16 games in the U-18 World Cup USA’s last loss was in the opening round of the 2015 edition USA has won the last four U-18 World Cups (2012 2015 and 2017) can become the first team in history to win five consecutive U-18 world titles Cuba won four U-18 World Cups in a row from 1984 to 1987 USA has medalled in 26 of 28 editions of the U-18 World Cup only missing out on a medal in 2004 (4th Place) and 2010 (5th Place) Chinese Taipei has won the U-18 world title two times (1983 while Canada has won the pinnacle youth baseball event once (1991) Netherlands and Spain are both hoping to become the first European team in history to win a medal in the U-18 Baseball World Cup Other facts of the XXIX WBSC U-18 Baseball World Cup 2019: Busan's seagull-themed mascot is erected at the Osiria Tourism Complex in Gijang Wednesday to promote the city's bid to host the 2030 World Expo Korea.net hosts networking event for Honorary Reporters Accord with Japan to protect both nations' people abroad A bilateral agreement with Japan will bolster cooperation in protecting the nationals of both nations abroad Click here to read more about the latest summit between leaders of both countries Talks with NZ seek to upgrade ties to strategic partnership Korea and New Zealand have agreed to advance talks on elevating the bilateral Partnership for the 21st Century concluded Korea and New Zealand have agreed to advance talks on elevating the bilateral Partnership for the 21st Century concluded in 2006 to a comprehensive strategic partnership Mixed boccia pair to face Hong Kong for Paralympic gold the Jeong-Kang pair will face in the final Hong Kong in mixed pair BC3 boccia 🌕 S-Tier food for Chuseok 🌕 | K-Cuisine Relay | Ep.28 Galbijjim & Samsaeknamul “Reading is so sexy!” — Headlined by The Guardian (UK)　| Balance Talk | Ep Korean German architect in Seoul seeks to innovate Hanok Grassroots group seeks to clean up trash from Jeju waters Polish capital hosts Korean cultural event at Breakfast Market Hanbok-clad children play traditional games President Yoon attends opening of Cyber Summit Korea Descendants of Korean War veterans attend event in Incheon Multicultural families attend Chuseok event Address by President Yoon Suk Yeol on the 79th Liberation Day Keynote Address by President Yoon Suk Yeol at the NATO Public Forum K-pop management innovation changes global music industry Korea-French friendship to drive future partnership Denmark's digital strategy to preserve global democracy 10th workshop of European Association for Korean Language Education (EAKLE) PNP launches TOP COP special class to enhance tourist safety K-Culture Extravaganza Lights Up Jozi: Korean Cultural Centre Unveils ‘Travelling Korea’ Korean Restaurant to open soon in Abuja-Envoy Jusung Gabriel Park & Daejeon Philharmonic Orchestra Production Design: Scene Architects Build On-Screen Worlds Genesis BBQ Group (Chairman Yoon Hong-geun) announced on the 21st that it has opened a BBQ store at a Food Drop restaurant located in Lotte World Adventure Busan (hereinafter referred to as Lotte World Busan) in Gijang-gun BBQ Busan Lotte Adventure is a premium cafe-type large store that can accommodate 170 customers with a size of 737.2㎡ (223 pyeong) BBQ's food drop restaurant provides a way for customers to pick up food by quickly descending on a roller coaster-shaped rail when ordering a menu on a tablet from their seat There are 10 food drop servings in the world where chicken comes down the rail at a height of about 8m it is the only food drop service in Lotte World Busan BBQ plans to provide customers visiting the store with pleasure and unique experiences that can only be felt at amusement parks through roller coaster serving BBQ Lotte Adventure in Busan sells a total of 67 different menus BBQ is planning to visit customers as food for Busan's representative tourist destinations through this Busan Lotte Adventure branch Lotte World Busan surpassed 1.4 million cumulative visitors within a year of its opening It ranked first in the number of visitors to major tourist destinations in the region and is considered one of the top 100 tourist destinations in Korea selected by the Korea Tourism Organization BBQ has been increasing its entry into large premium stores with more than 150 pyeong in key commercial districts such as Gwanghwamun and Songridan-gil as offline store visits have been activated since the end of the pandemic it will open a 200-pyeong super store at Cheonggye Square in Gwanghwamun it opened a 160-pyeong "BBQ Village" store on Songridan-gil becoming a local hot place with 23,000 monthly visitors A customer who visited the BBQ store on the day of its opening said "I came in because I was hungry without thinking but it was such an interesting store that I almost forgot I was hungry," adding "I only took pictures when the food came out today but I want to make a video next time and post it on the social media revision and brag about it to my friends once again." "The newly introduced food drop system is decorated as a complex cultural space that can provide customers with not only the pleasure of eating but also the pleasure of seeing it in accordance with the theme of the amusement park," adding which can deliver food at a distance of up to 20 meters or more in just six seconds is expected to add high service satisfaction and enjoyment to all customers who come because it can enjoy various tastes and unique experiences of BBQ Upvote if you think more people should see this post A man in his 30s attempted to rob a bank in broad daylight in Busan using his son's toy water gun covered with a black plastic bag Authorities revealed that financial struggles drove the man to commit the crime Busan’s Gijang Police Department announced that they had requested an arrest warrant for the suspect the suspect entered a bank in Gijang County at 10:58 AM on February 10 and attempted to carry out a robbery Wearing a beanie and scarf to conceal his face the man disguised a dinosaur-shaped toy water gun by covering it with a black plastic bag He then shouted at about ten customers and employees inside the bank The suspect then demanded that a bank employee fill a luggage bag with 50,000 KRW (34.42 USD) bills grabbed the gun and engaged in a physical struggle subduing the man and handing him over to the police The entire incident lasted only two minutes starting when the suspect entered the bank Authorities believe his financial difficulties led him to commit the crime the suspect moved from Seoul to his hometown of Busan with his family after failing in a self-employed business venture and repeatedly struggling to find employment the man reportedly stated that he was in severe financial distress and had recently been evicted from his studio apartment The dinosaur-shaped toy water gun he used in the robbery attempt was later confirmed to belong to his 8-year-old son who is starting elementary school this year the man appears to have committed the crime out of desperation.” who was in the bank with his wife at the time of the incident reportedly had military experience as a special forces operative In recognition of his bravery in subduing the suspect the police plan to present him with a certificate of commendation. The suspect’s pretrial detention hearing was held on the morning of the 11th a decision on whether to issue an arrest warrant is expected SEE ALSO: South Korean man in his twenties arrested for illegally filming the inside of a woman's skirt in Japan Choo Young Woo sings for fans after 'The Trauma Code: Heroes on Call' hits number 1 on Netflix's Global ranking Bang Ye Dam releases touching music video "Hollo" for drama 'Study Group' OST BTS announced on the global fandom live platform “Weverse” on August 24th that they will hold the concert “BTS <Yet To Come> in Busan” for the host bidding of the “2030 Busan World Expo.” The concert is reported to be a huge scale that can accommodate up to 100,000 people when the venue for the concert was revealed The concert will be held on the Ilgwang special stage in Gijang-gun This was reportedly the site of the Hankook glass factory in the past and is now an open space the place is adjacent to the sea and reminds the audience of a wasteland The size of the road leading to the venue or the parking space does not seem enough for 100,000 people people are raising concerns about traffic problems fans cite the safety of artists and audiences as the biggest risk factor because the place is not supposed to be a concert hall Fans without their own cars are also showing concerns about transportation It takes about 5 minutes by car from Ilgwang Station to the venue and about 15 minutes by public transportation traffic congestion is expected to be serious as the road consists of only two narrow lanes has revealed its plans to sell hotel products linked to this Busan concert The list of hotels revealed by the agency includes Paradise Hotel Busan all of these hotels usually take more than an hour to the concert venue “The situation will be so messy,” “Aside from everything else the traffic will be hell,” “Just don’t do it,” “The venue is bad too why is Busan city so unprepared?” “It’s the first time I don’t want a concert to happen,” “Please don’t have any accident,” “I’m worried,” “I’ve seen the venue will they be able to control the situation?” “Things will go down really bad,” “There’s nothing to be comfortable about that venue accommodation and everything,” “I would rather spend money to watch them somewhere else.”