Sunday, December 4, 2011

Hanging out at Hank's Book Cafe

Hank's Book Cafe in Seoul offers a cozy place to buy a new book, relax, and drink some coffee. Among one of my favorite English bookstores in all of Seoul, Hank's is right across the street from Gyeongbokgung Palace and the owner Hank himself offers great conversation. All of his books are printed in English and he specializes in books about Korea.
Hank giving my boyfriend Paul a free postcard.
   On an icy winter afternoon stopping by Hank’s Book Cafe in downtown Seoul is a perfect way to relax. The owner Hank is usually there to greet you and is a great source for learning about Korea. Not to mention, he is one of the sweetest Korean men I have ever met.  I loved talking with him about Korea and his publishing company located in Irvine, CA.  Hank was also very proud to tell me that his son attends Columbia University in New York City and was excited to show off the latest edition of Seoul Selection. The reason why I love Hank’s Book CafΓ© is because Hank is so genuine. When it comes down to buying any English books in Korea, Hank has the best selections. Kyobo Bookstore ꡐ보문고 and Young Poon YP Booksμ˜ν’λ¬Έκ³  are great because of their enormous English sections; but Hank’s Book Cafe has comfort and great customer service that you won’t get in the big Korean chains. Hank will even make you coffee himself.

   Each time I have popped into Hank’s, he has helped me pick out great books. My first selection was Korean language book titled Yes! You can Learn Korean Language Structure in Just 40 Minutes. I didn’t actually learn in 40 minutes, but after about an hour I could easily read and write Korean Hangul. The next book I purchased was written by a woman who traveled to Korea with her boyfriend’s band and documented her time living in Seoul for 3 months. The book titled Meeting Mr. Kim: Or How I Went to Korea and Learned to Love Kimchi gives a great overview of places to visit in Seoul and how a first time traveler to Korea might experience culture shock and adoration simultaneously. 

   Hank’s Book CafΓ© has the best location of any of the downtown bookstores; located right across the street from Gyeongbokgung Palace. Just Exit Gwangwamun Subway Station Exit 2 Line No. 5 and walk toward the palace. Cross the street as you walk toward the palace and then turn right. Cross the street again at the corner and you will see a sign pointing down; Hank’s is underground. After relaxing at Hank’s, take a right when you exit and head up the street toward Samcheongdong for a nice meal and some shopping. 


















Hank's Book Cafe is one of my favorite book stores in Seoul.

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