Bonghwa Bookshopkeeper Bookstay: Living with Nature at a Mountain Bookstore

There's a bookstore in a quiet mountain village in Gyeongsangbuk-do, Bonghwa.It's a project where you can experience life as a bookstore keeper.This place is perfect for those who love books and writing, offering a chance to slow down and find your own rhythm. You can take a walk by the stream in front of the bookstore and sit in the spacious grass yard, immersing yourself in the books you've always wanted to read.

1. A peaceful book village staying at the bookstore.

It's the only bookstore in Bonghwa County,surrounded by a grassy yard, a cafe, a women's clothing shop, and a pension, creating a small cultural village.Here, each day is filled with calm moments, filled with the sounds of the stream and fresh breezes. Wake up to the beautiful sound of birds in the morning and start your day with a warm cup of tea. You can experience the joy of sitting by the window, soaking up sunlight, enjoying the smell of coffee, while reading the books you've always wanted.

2. A special experience of becoming a bookstore keeper in a rural village.

It's like a scene from a movie, where you become a bookstore keeper in a peaceful countryside.During your stay, you will tidy up the bookstore and greet the guests. In the quiet afternoons with few visitors, you can sip warm tea and dive into reading with the mountains and stream visible through the bookstore window. The day of a bookstore keeper is not busy but is filled with simple joys. You can curate and display your favorite books, or plan a reading discussion for locals and visitors to share stories together. Experience the peaceful daily life created by books, people, and nature.

3. Your own healing space in beautiful nature.

In front of the bookstore, a clear stream flows, and there are hills with seasonal wildflowers and quiet walking paths around.Experience some quiet time to focus on yourself away from the fast pace and various stimuli of the city.While listening to the sound of the stream, you can enjoy reading and writing, or meditate and walk in the shade, and your mind will naturally become calm.

In the quiet village of Bonghwa, Gyeongsangbuk-do,we run a bookshop as part of a project that allows you to recover from daily stress and enjoy reading and relaxing in beautiful nature.The bookshop has about 3,000 books, including new releases, bestsellers, magazines, poetry books, and comics, available for both rental and purchase. Near the bookshop, you can also enjoy a large grassy yard, a women's clothing shop, and an unmanned café.

Project activities

You’ll spend relaxing time as a bookshop keeper in a shop cared for by the owner, who has worked as a Korean teacher for a long time. Depending on the participant's wishes, you can also plan and operate various experience programs beyond just running the bookshop.

1) Running the bookshop: You will recommend books to customers and experience the simple joys of being a bookshop keeper.

• Organizing and curating books
• Customer service as well as renting and selling books
• Managing the guest book and book return box

2) Planning experience programs: If participants want, they can create small and special programs.

• Supporting family relay writing programs
• Planning and operating book talks and reading discussions
• And any planning of your own

3) Healing in nature: You can focus on yourself by reading, writing, or meditating in the beautiful natural surroundings.

• Trekking the Oksunbuseon Trail
• Taking walks by the stream and resting in small gardens
• Enjoying photo zones, camping sites, and clothing stores.

* The activities in this project are examples to help participants understand and may change based on local conditions.

Additional information

• The project takes place in a small village in Bonghwa County, where various facilities like cafés, clothing shops, camping sites, and pensions are available.
• The accommodation is located next to the bookshop within the village.
• You can also take on simple roles like assisting with customer service at places like the camping site or clothing shop.
• In the unmanned clothing shop next to the bookstore, you can buy a variety of women's clothing at low prices, adding small joys to your stay.
• There are photo spots all over the village where you can take pictures against the backdrop of beautiful nature.
• Please make a reservation at least one week in advance for smooth progress of the project.

Detailed support information

• Project registration fee and participation fee
• Accommodation within the book village
• Unlimited book rentals during your stay
• Free use of facilities like clothing shops, cafes, and gardens in the village

Exclusions

• Transportation to and from the experience location (participants travel individually)
• Personal items
• Other local expenses (snacks, souvenirs, etc.)
• Travel insurance

This is a cultural space in a mountain village in Bonghwa, Gyeongsangbuk-do, with a bookstore, café, women's clothing shop, pension, campsite, and caravan. It was created by the owner, who was a Korean language teacher for a long time before retiring, to help people get closer to books without feeling burdened. The bookstore is filled with various genres of books that can be purchased or rented at reasonable prices. The inside of the bookstore has a warm and cozy atmosphere, so once you open a book, you can easily lose track of time. Time here is not rushed. On days when there are not many customers, you can freely read and reflect, or you can become friends with occasional visitors by talking about books.

You can stay at the bookkeeper's accommodation next to the bookstore. It offers a private room and a living room with a kitchen, and the laundry facilities and bathroom are shared.

* This image is of one of the accommodations operated by the organization, and the actual place may look different based on local conditions.

| Region : Gyeongsangbuk-do, Bonghwa

Bonghwa County in Gyeongsangbuk-do is a healing travel spot that blends clean nature with peaceful mountain village scenery. Located at the foothills of the Baekdudaegan mountain range, this place has fresh air and beautiful forest paths, making it perfect to escape the busy daily life and find relaxation.

1. National Baekdudaegan Arboretum
The National Baekdudaegan Arboretum is a national facility created for forest conservation and education. It includes themed gardens, outdoor exhibition spaces, and research areas for biological resources. You can see various alpine plants, medicinal herbs, and wildflowers displayed throughout the year, making it a great place to learn about nature while walking. The design and landscaping of the arboretum are excellent, and it also offers forest interpretation programs, making it suitable for family travelers.

2. Cheongnyangsan Provincial Park
Cheongnyangsan, the representative mountain of Bonghwa County, is famous for its beautiful hiking trails, rocky cliffs, unique rock formations, and scenic viewpoints. At the peak, there is the peaceful Cheongnyangsa Temple, along with attractions like Eungjinjeon and Kimsaenggul, where you can enjoy both the scenery and culture. There are various courses ranging from 1 hour to 9 hours, so everyone from beginners to experienced hikers can enjoy it.

3. Bunchun Santa Village
Bunchun Santa Village is a 'Santa-themed' village that shines during the winter festival at the end of the year. The V-train heading to this place is a tourist train that slowly rides through the Nakdong River gorge, offering impressive views of the mountains and rivers. There are many fun activities, like VR experiences and a mini train, making it enjoyable for both kids and adults.

The cost of this project is at the top of the current pagewhere you can easily check the details and amounts by duration and options.

Eligibility and Requirements

- Anyone, both men and women, who is an adult

- People who want to relax and read books in a quiet place

- People who want to experience different books and bookstore operations

- Anyone who needs to recharge in nature, away from busy work and daily life

- People who want to experience village life, such as settling in the countryside or returning to their hometown.

1. This project is open to participants who are 19 years or older.

2. Refunds are not allowed for personal reasons after the project is confirmed.

3. Participants are considered to have agreed to the refund policy when they apply for the project.

4. This project has a strict refund policy. If you cancel before your participation is confirmed, you will receive a full refund. Please check the refund policy for more details.

5. The project schedule and details may change due to local conditions such as transportation and weather, and in unavoidable circumstances may be reduced or altered.

6. This project is run by a partner organization that operates the project. Therefore, the local organization is responsible for the actual operation.

7. Please book transportation after you receive the final confirmation of your participation. We provide individual updates on the schedule after confirmation.