Visiting Ehwa's First Starbucks - Seoul/Korea (Creatrip)

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Do you know where the first Starbucks in Korea is? It was Starbucks in front of the University of Pear in 1999! At the moment of entering the 20th anniversary of Korea, South Korea's Starbucks has re-decorated and opened the Ewha Women's No. 1 store into a "Starbucks R Store" with a distinctive image.

Many of the products sold here are not only limited by Korea, but also limited by the No. 1 shop of Lida. Come and see the latest visits by Xiaobian.

Ehwa Starbucks R Store I Review

Exterior of Starbucks Reserve store showing the transformation from the original 1999 facade to the new sleek design. INSTAGRAM：starbuckskorea

Close-up of Starbucks Reserve Korea signage at the first Ehwa store.

The first branch of Starbucks Coffee Korea in Ehwa has revamped their entrance to celebrate their 20th anniversary.

Plaque commemorating the first Starbucks store in Korea, opened on July 27, 1999.

The store is a lot more elevated and high-end feeling compared to the typical Starbucks branches elsewhere.

Interior view of the first Starbucks Korea, showcasing its modern and exclusive bar design.

Artistic drawing within Starbucks Korea’s interior, creating a cozy ambience.

The first Starbucks Korea branch carries special products exclusive to this store.

Starbucks exclusive products displayed, including the 20th anniversary merchandise at the first store in Korea.

In the middle of the product shelf, there's a limited edition Ehwa Starbucks canvas bag. On the top shelf, you'll see photos of the Starbucks store as it was 20 years ago.

Special edition Starbucks mug and card featuring the Ehwa pear flower design, only available at the pioneer store. INSTAGRAM：starbuckskorea

Another special edition product found at the R Store is a special edition of the Starbucks mug with a Ehwa (pear) flower design.

Canvas bag and notebook cover part of the limited items available at Starbucks Korea's first store.

As for the canvas bags, there are tote bags and notebook covers. The Starbucks logo isn't too prominent, and is a relatively simple and clean design that you can only get at the Ehwa Store.

Ehwa store exclusive tote bag design in a natural setting with additional Starbucks products.

Close-up of a limited edition canvas tote bag designer keychain from the Ehwa Starbucks store.

Interior of the Ehwa Starbucks displaying historical elements and products from the Reserve Collection.

There are traces of history everywhere in the in the Ehwa store.

Commemorative plaque marking the origin of the first Starbucks store in Korea, Edae store established 1999.

Starbucks Korea 20th anniversary tumblers and cups displayed on shelves.

Selection of colorful Starbucks travel cups available at the Reserve store in Korea.

The Ehwa store also carries products that other Starbucks branches have. Along with the Jongro shop, the Ehwa store has one of the largest collections .

Display of unique Starbucks mugs featuring different designs at the first Korea store.

Exclusive water bottles offered at Starbucks Reserve store in Korea, with artistic handles.

Now let's take a look at the new decoration of the Ehwa Starbucks.

Barista preparing beverages at the elegantly designed bar of the first Starbucks in Korea.

The bar design is a little more intimate, amplified by the unique system where the professional clerk will brew the coffee on the spot for your order.

Diverse seating arrangement within the modern Starbucks Reserve store in Korea.

Assorted bags of different Starbucks Reserve coffee beans displayed on shelves.

Starbucks barista serving at the exclusive Reserve brew station within the Ehwa store.

Starbucks Reserve menu showcasing a unique selection of premium coffee and pastries.

The menu is also more varied; they carry a wider variety of coffee beans that you wouldn't typically get from other Starbucks stores.

Starbucks reserve menu offering coffee and ice cream combinations at Korea’s first store.

Brewed coffee menu presenting Starbucks Reserve exclusive blends at the Ehwa store.

Ehwa Starbucks has three floors. The second floor has the bar design, but the products sold here are from TEAVANA.

Starbucks brewed coffee menu featuring Reserve coffee selections.

Starbucks Reserve chill zone; patrons relax with drinks and snacks at Korea’s first store.

The third floor is a general seating area with floor-to-ceiling windows that lets in plenty of light, creating a very relaxing mood.

Assorted food display at the Starbucks Korea celebrating its 20th anniversary.

Modern interior of the Ehwa Starbucks store illustrating the community seated ambiance.

Overall, the size and scale of the Ehwa Starbucks is not very different from other stores.

The most unique part of the store is the brewing system as well as the fact that it's the first Starbucks in Korea.

Unveiling the renovated three-floor Starbucks building, the first of its kind in Korea.

One thing's for sure, however, is that this long-standing Starbucks is the only prominent cafe around Ehwa. It's been stationed in this neighborhood through thick and thin, through harsh waves of change and transformation.

Make sure to check it out for yourself if you're in the area shopping.

Commemorative plaque of the first Starbucks store in Korea, opened July 1999.

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