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Do you bring your own tumbler for drinks and use reusable containers for your food?
Each day and every time may feel difficult, but with the store we’re introducing today, you can take one step further toward eco-friendly habits!
You might find that in some ways, it’s even better than using disposable products.
Let’s step into an eco-friendly world that might feel a bit uncomfortable but will help protect our planet!
Let's begin😎
Almang Market offers a wide variety and large selection of eco-friendly products! This unique establishment features a sign made from recycled bottle caps, and you might easily lose track of time while exploring its offerings. A range of soaps that can serve as alternatives to shampoo and conditioner, along with various bulk products that can be filled using your own containers, small snacks, tea leaves, and spices, are all valuable items for single-person households. Beyond its diverse range of eco-friendly items, Almang Market encourages participation in initiatives such as collecting hard-to-recycle items like bottle caps. Moreover, docent-led tours and experiential programs are available on select days!
Address: 3F, 47 World Cup-ro 25-gil, Mapo-gu, Seoul
Work: 12 – 8PM (Mon, Closed)
Earth Us is an eco-friendly café that allows only reusable containers brought by customers, completely prohibiting any disposable packaging. Instead of wet wipes and paper tissues, the café provides handkerchiefs, and customers must bring their own tumblers for takeout drinks. What sets this café apart is that only the patrons' reusable containers are permitted for packaging desserts. It’s particularly famous for its delicious desserts, including cakes. Some customers even bring large pots or steamers to carry these delicious whole cakes, and the staff is always ready to carefully pack any type of container!
Address: 150 Seongmisan-ro, Mapo-gu, Seoul
Work: 12 – 9PM (Tue, Closed)
Natseolyeogwan inn, Room 204 is a unique establishment where a zero-waste shop converges with a bookstore. Even before you step into the bookstore, you'll encounter an area dedicated to collecting various recyclables, as well as a traveler's bookshelf filled with books to browse. The zero-waste section offers a diverse range of products, from items designed to reduce waste to those made from recycled materials. Alongside the impressive book collection, the writing space in one corner truly sets this bookstore apart. Like many others who have left messages in the guestbook, you'll surely find this space inspiring!
Address: 2F, 33 Yeonghwa-ro 71beon-gil, Jangan-gu, Suwon-si, Gyeonggi-do
Work: Wed – Sun 1 – 7PM
Did you know that many commercial paints contain raw materials harmful to both human health and the environment, including animal-based ingredients? At Amongtree Art, you have the opportunity to create your own paints using verified pigments and safe materials, allowing you to avoid these harmful products! In the classes, you can make your own paints and create artwork using handmade recycled paper. For those interested in the process, there’s also a class dedicated to making recycled paper. You can enjoy a painting hobby that’s safe for both you and the planet!
Address: 2F, 33-1 Bangbaecheon-ro 6-gil, Seocho-gu, Seoul
Work: 11AM – 9PM (Reservation Required)
Paper Nuts is a café where you can enjoy freshly roasted nuts every morning while overlooking the Bulkwangcheon Stream. This establishment washes raw nuts daily and bakes them in the oven. Unlike commercially available nuts, theirs are free from impurities and preservatives. A popular menu item is the yogurt bowl, which includes homemade granola, Greek yogurt made with soy milk, and seasonal fruits. As a specialty nut café, they offer a variety of seasoned nuts, and their perfectly roasted nuts are truly exceptional. A neatly wrapped set of these products, presented in paper without any plastic or vinyl, would make for a wonderful gift!
Address: 37-8 Geobukgol-ro 24-gil, Seodaemun-gu, Seoul
Work: Wed – Fri 11AM – 7PM
Sat, Sun 11AM – 6PM
Ramahome is a designer space that creates products using Lithuanian linen. This establishment offers clothing and items made from linen, alongside environmentally friendly items displayed throughout the store. The space reflects the designer’s vision of conveying elements of a joyful life, encouraging visitors to explore its unique offerings. Linen garments, beloved by many, may not be flashy, but they provide comfort and a timeless quality, becoming staples that you reach for year after year when you open your closet.
Address: 14 Jahamun-ro 17-gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul
Work: 11:30AM – 6PM
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