Hongdae Street (Adjacent to Seodaemun-gu Border)

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A legendary vibrant street in Seoul, globally famous for K-pop busking, street performances, and fan events, with parts bordering Seodaemun-gu.

While primarily located in Mapo-gu, the eastern parts of Hongdae Street (Eoulmadang-ro, particularly the busking zones) are directly adjacent to the Seodaemun-gu border and are intimately intertwined with the cultural life of areas like Sinchon. Hongdae is arguably the most famous place in Seoul for K-pop street performances, known as 'busking.' Here, both aspiring and sometimes even active K-pop idols engage in guerrilla performances, fan meetings, and album promotions. More significantly, it's a daily stage for countless talented K-pop dance cover groups and vocalists, many of whom dream of becoming idols themselves. For K-pop fans, Hongdae offers an unparalleled, free, and dynamic live K-pop experience, making it a must-visit for anyone wanting to immerse themselves in the raw, energetic heart of K-pop culture. Its proximity to Seodaemun-gu means that the cultural currents flow freely between the two districts.

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ATEEZ

• Activity: Busking & Pre-debut Activities
  Prior to their debut, ATEEZ members were known to busk in Hongdae, connecting with future fans and honing their performance skills in the vibrant street scene.

Busking Idols

• Activity: Fan Encounters
  The street is famous for impromptu performances by both aspiring and debuted idols, offering fans unique opportunities for live encounters.

ITZY

• Activity: Music Video Filming & Promotional Events
  ITZY has utilized the vibrant and energetic backdrop of Hongdae for music video shoots and promotional events, capturing its youthful spirit.

Rookies

• Activity: Promotional Activities
  Rookie groups often use Hongdae for street promotions, guerrilla performances, and fan engagement events to build their fanbase.

Stray Kids

• Activity: Street Performances & Filming
  Stray Kids members have been seen in Hongdae for various content, including early career street performances and filming for their reality shows, embracing the district's youthful energy.

TXT

• Activity: Filming Reality Content
  TXT has filmed various reality content and promotional videos in Hongdae, exploring its trendy shops and eateries.

Trainees

• Activity: Pre-debut Exposure and Performances
  Many pre-debut idols and trainees visit Hongdae for exposure, street performances, or simply to immerse themselves in the vibrant youth culture, which often includes K-pop dance and music.

Various K-pop Artists

• Activity: Busking & Street Performances
  Hongdae is a major hub for street performances, including K-pop dance covers and aspiring idol groups, making it a vibrant outdoor stage for K-pop culture.
• Activity: Casual Sightings and Shopping
  Hongdae is a popular hang-out spot for K-pop idols, trainees, and staff, leading to frequent casual sightings as they enjoy shopping, dining, or leisure activities.
• Activity: Fan Encounters & Promotions
  K-pop idols often visit Hongdae for shopping, dining, or sometimes for guerrilla promotions, fan events, or filming reality show segments due to its lively atmosphere and youth culture.

Various K-pop Idols

• Activity: Busking & Dance Covers
  Hongdae is globally famous for its K-pop busking culture. Countless aspiring idols and talented dance cover groups perform daily, offering a free, dynamic K-pop experience right on the street.
• Activity: Guerrilla Performances & Fan Events
  The vibrant energy of Hongdae Street, particularly areas close to the Seodaemun-gu border, is a magnet for K-pop groups (especially rookies) for guerrilla performances, impromptu fan meetings, and promotional activities, drawing massive crowds.

Various K-pop Idols (Pre-debut & Debut)

• Activity: Filming Reality Shows & Vlogs
  Hongdae's vibrant atmosphere makes it a popular location for K-pop idols to film reality show segments, vlogs, and other content for their fans.
• Activity: Street Performances (Busking)
  Many K-pop idols, both before and after debut, have engaged in busking on Hongdae Street to connect with fans and showcase their talents. It's a key part of their journey.

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• Activity: Daily K-pop Dance Performances
  Numerous busking teams, often featuring future K-pop idols, perform complex K-pop choreographies daily on Hongdae Street, attracting both local and international fans.

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