Dalseong Korea-Japan Friendship Center (달성 한일우호관) - Area information - Korea travel information

Dalseong Korea-Japan Friendship Center (달성 한일우호관)

12.2Km    2022-12-29

206, Urok-gil, Dalseong-gun, Daegu
+82-53-659-4490

The Dalseong Korea-Japan Friendship Center opened in 2012 to highlight the philanthropy of General Kim Chung-seon (Japanese name Sayaka, 1571-1642) and promote friendship between Korea and Japan. Kim Chung-seon was a Japanese general who defected to Korea during the Imjin War. Shortly after arriving on Korean soil as a commander of a Japanese army, Kim, together with his soldiers, defected to Korea, a choice that has been traditionally attributed to his respect for Korean culture. He transferred the technology of manufacturing rifles to the Korean army and contributed greatly in battles in Gyeongju and Ulsan.
A great number of tourists visit the center to learn about history, including students and their parents, as well as numerous Japanese tourists who visit to commemorate the spirit of General Kim. The center features exhibition rooms, a 3D theater, a tea ceremony room, relics, manifestations of traditional games in Korea and Japan, documents from Wakayama prefecture in Japan, and a site for experiencing archery, all of which can be utilized free of charge.

Olive Young - Yeungnam Univ. Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (올리브영 영남대점)

12.2Km    2025-10-28

285, Daehak-ro, Gyeongsan-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do

Nokdongseowon Confucian Academy (녹동서원)

12.2Km    2024-02-06

218 Urok-gil, Gachang-myeon, Dalseong-gun, Daegu
+82-53-659-4490

Nokdongseowon Confucian Academy was built in 1789 in honor of General Kim Chung-seon (1571-1642), who contributed greatly to Korea's defense during the Imjin War (1592-1598). The academy was shut down in 1868, and reinstated in 1885. Then, in 1971, it was moved to its current location. Today, General Kim's tablet is enshrined in this hall, where a memorial service is held every March. Nearby attractions on the grounds of Nokdongseowon include Nokdongsa Temple, Sunguidang Shrine, Hyangyangmun Gate and memorial stones.

Keimyung University Dongsan Hospital (계명대학교 동산병원)

12.4Km    2025-10-23

1035 Dalgubeol-daero, Dalseo-gu, Daegu

Established in 1899 as Daegu's first Western medical institution, Keimyung University Dongsan Hospital is a cutting-edge, eco-friendly facility offering 37 specialties. It features top centers for cancer, robotic surgery, cardiocerebrovascular diseases, and organ transplants. In 2023, it won the Medical Korea Award for cancer care. The International Healthcare Center has been providing personalized services to international patients since 1967.

Samunjin Jumakchon Village (사문진 주막촌)

12.4Km    2023-11-09

40-12 Samunjin-ro 1-gil, Hwawon-eup, Dalseong-gun, Daegu

Samunjin was the location of a ferry dock on the Nakdonggang River in the past. During the Japanese occupation, the area was turned into a recreation ground, which saw many people coming to enjoy leisure strolls. In November 2013, three hanok jumak (traditional dining establishment) were built at the site of the old dock and the current Samunjin Jumakchon Village was opened.  The jumak serve a range of foods that were enjoyed in the past, such as makgeolli, gukbap, and buchujeon (chives pancake). The village is well-known as a place to enjoy the sunset.

Yongyeonsa Temple (Daegu) (용연사(대구))

12.5Km    2024-02-15

260 Yongyeonsa-gil, Okpo-eup, Dalseong-gun, Daegu

The name Yongyeonsa has its roots in a legend: a dragon is said to have ascended from the pond at the temple's entrance, leading to the name Yongyeon ("yong" means "dragon" and "yeon" means "pond" in Korean). This temple is renowned as one of the sites that enshrine the Buddha's sarira (relics). Inside Yongyeonsa, the ordination platform holds special significance as the resting place of the Buddha's sarira, where rituals are conducted. This symbolizes the enduring presence of the Buddha. The approach to Yongyeonsa Temple is through a forest-rich path, offering an experience akin to a forest bathing. This path also doubles as a hiking trail leading up to Biseulsan Mountain.

Olive Young - Gyeongsan Choyeong Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (올리브영 경산조영점)

12.5Km    2025-10-28

321 Daehak-ro, Gyeongsan-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do

Bumbine (붐비네)

12.5Km    2025-10-30

54 Pagye-ro 6-gil, Dong-gu, Daegu

Holy place for SHINee fans
It is a small Tteokbokki restaurant in front of an elementary school without a prominent sign, but it is a must-visit place for SHINee fans. It was because Key stopped by every day when he was in elementary school. It is fun to see the store filled with SHINee's albums and photos. Sweet Tteokbokki with a lot of cabbage is not irritating, so you can eat it without burden. If you mix this with Daegu's specialty Flat Mandu, it's the best combination. Listening to the pleasant story of the owner of this restaurant creates new memories.

PyoChungJae Experience Center (표충재 전통체험관)

12.5Km    2024-08-01

17 , Sinsunggyeom-gil, Dong-gu, Daegu
+82-53-428-9980

Pyochungjae Hanok stands within the General Shin Sung-gyeom Historic Site in Dong-gu, Gyeongsangbuk-do, and is a quiet spot surrounded by beautiful scenery. Rooms incorporate a toilet and modern bathroom, with a shared kitchen and additional toilet outside. Traditional pastimes such as archery, Yutnori and Neolttwigi can be enjoyed in the hanok yard. Pyochungjae is just 10 minutes from Daegu International Airport and 30 minutes from the center of Daegu. Donghwasa Temple is 15 minutes and Palgongsan and Gatbawi Rock 20 minutes away. The hanok is not always open during winter, so prior booking is required.

Olive Young - Gyeongsan Sadong Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (올리브영 경산사동점)

12.5Km    2025-10-28

72 Baekja-ro, Gyeongsan-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do