If you’ve spent any time walking around Korea’s shopping streets or subway stations, you’ve likely come across a small booth glowing with soft lights and mirror selfies stuck to the wall. These photo-booths are everywhere in Korea and have become a cultural staple among Korean youth. Not only that, but tourists have also caught up on it and is on a must-do list whenever they visit Korea.
With fun and curated props, flattering lighting, digital filters, and innovative themes, they allow friends, couples, and even solo visitors to capture memories in a quick, fun, and aesthetic way. Some booths let you customize your photo layout, draw on the images, or even send them directly to your phone. It's not rare to see collaborations with celebrities too!
On weekends, it’s not uncommon to see lines forming in front of popular booths, especially near university neighborhoods or trendy areas like Hongdae, Seongsu and Gangnam. These booths have grown more innovative as time passes. Some even has an aquarium in the studio! Other themes include subway stations, toilets and even laundromats.
In a culture where digital self-expression is everywhere, these booths offer a nostalgic yet stylish way to hold on to memories. Everyone can also simply scan the QR code on the photo strips and have a digital copy of the photos taken! Whether you’re celebrating an anniversary, a night out with friends, or just want to look cute, Korea’s photo booths are ready for your close-up. I too have grown to be a frequent visitor of these fun photo-booths!
Photo by Charlie Miller of CNN
If you’ve spent any time walking around Korea’s shopping streets or subway stations, you’ve likely come across a small booth glowing with soft lights and mirror selfies stuck to the wall. These photo-booths are everywhere in Korea and have become a cultural staple among Korean youth. Not only that, but tourists have also caught up on it and is on a must-do list whenever they visit Korea.
With fun and curated props, flattering lighting, digital filters, and innovative themes, they allow friends, couples, and even solo visitors to capture memories in a quick, fun, and aesthetic way. Some booths let you customize your photo layout, draw on the images, or even send them directly to your phone. It's not rare to see collaborations with celebrities too!
On weekends, it’s not uncommon to see lines forming in front of popular booths, especially near university neighborhoods or trendy areas like Hongdae, Seongsu and Gangnam. These booths have grown more innovative as time passes. Some even has an aquarium in the studio! Other themes include subway stations, toilets and even laundromats.
In a culture where digital self-expression is everywhere, these booths offer a nostalgic yet stylish way to hold on to memories. Everyone can also simply scan the QR code on the photo strips and have a digital copy of the photos taken! Whether you’re celebrating an anniversary, a night out with friends, or just want to look cute, Korea’s photo booths are ready for your close-up. I too have grown to be a frequent visitor of these fun photo-booths!
Photo by Charlie Miller of CNN