<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss version="2.0" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/"><channel><title>TOP 5 KOREA — Busan</title><description>TOP 5 columns for Busan</description><link>https://top5korea.com/</link><language>en</language><managingEditor>top5korea.com@gmail.com (TOP 5 KOREA)</managingEditor><item><title>Matcha Cafes in Jeonpo, Busan</title><link>https://top5korea.com/en/columns/studio-e7362c8c-8474-4ea6-bed4-9c9325999b73/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://top5korea.com/en/columns/studio-e7362c8c-8474-4ea6-bed4-9c9325999b73/</guid><description>Compare matcha crepes, tiramisu, cheesecake, brownies, and pudding in Jeonpo-dong, Busan. We look at confirmed menu prices, visitors’ impressions of the flavors, terraces and seating, and restrictions</description><pubDate>Tue, 10 Nov 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Compare matcha crepes, tiramisu, cheesecake, brownies, and pudding in Jeonpo-dong, Busan. We look at confirmed menu prices, visitors’ impressions of the flavors, terraces and seating, and restrictions&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;Some desserts have matcha in the batter, while others have it in a cream topping. Daljoribeop Busan Jeonpo Branch uses matcha in both its batter and spread, while Dondu Keopi tops a dark cocoa brownie with matcha cream.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;If you’re looking for an intense flavor, consider reviews of desserts and drinks separately. Pasobeubusan’s matcha tiramisu earned praise for its rich flavor and balance of bitterness and sweetness, while opinions differed on the strength of Daljoribeop Busan Jeonpo Branch’s matcha latte.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Kape Kkamino and Pasobeubusan have terraces. Pasobeubusan does not allow children, Kape Kkamino is closed on Mondays, and none of the five cafes offers parking.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;p&gt;5 picks · researched Nov 8, 2026&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><category>Cafés</category><category>Busan</category></item><item><title>Busan Seomyeon–Jeonpo Nail Art Salons</title><link>https://top5korea.com/en/columns/studio-4cc70ac4-364f-40bd-9b3a-7bef5bfc09ea/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://top5korea.com/en/columns/studio-4cc70ac4-364f-40bd-9b3a-7bef5bfc09ea/</guid><description>Compare nail salons offering monthly nail art in Busan’s Seomyeon and Jeonpo. Explore differences in monthly design selections, member and non-member prices, simultaneous treatment capacity, booking c</description><pubDate>Mon, 09 Nov 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Compare nail salons offering monthly nail art in Busan’s Seomyeon and Jeonpo. Explore differences in monthly design selections, member and non-member prices, simultaneous treatment capacity, booking c&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;Some salons release at least 15 designs each month, while another updates its nail art on the 1st of every month. Which salon catches your attention will depend on whether you value the number of designs or want to choose new art at the start of the month.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Olligobyuti has separate member and non-member prices and charges VAT separately for monthly nail art. When comparing prices, consider both your membership status and the added tax.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Sondeoneil can treat up to 8 people at once, Olligobyuti 4, and Jeisubyuti 2. Sondeoneil requires advance contact for groups of 2 or more, so consider both group size and booking conditions.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;p&gt;5 picks · researched Nov 8, 2026&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><category>Beauty</category><category>Busan</category></item><item><title>2026 Busan SWAI Experience Programs</title><link>https://top5korea.com/en/columns/studio-de70843e-8e56-484b-acdf-cd33c5357566/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://top5korea.com/en/columns/studio-de70843e-8e56-484b-acdf-cd33c5357566/</guid><description>Explore video-making, robot control, a virtual city, a show and perfume-making at Busan SWAI on November 14. Choose by school grade, schedule and advance or on-site registration.</description><pubDate>Sat, 07 Nov 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Explore video-making, robot control, a virtual city, a show and perfume-making at Busan SWAI on November 14. Choose by school grade, schedule and advance or on-site registration.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;A digital experience festival takes place in Buk-gu, Busan, on November 14. Classroom sessions, activity booths and the show run at different times.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Video-making and robot football are for elementary school grades 1–3. City exploration is for upper elementary, middle and high school students.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Advance registration closes at 16:00 on November 13. Classroom sessions and the show also accept on-site registration; perfume-making takes on-site registrations.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;p&gt;5 picks · researched Nov 7, 2026&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><category>Learning</category><category>Busan</category><category>Busan SWAI</category><category>Busan digital experiences</category><category>Buk-gu Busan</category><category>November 14 event</category><category>Robot football</category><category>Minecraft experience</category></item><item><title>Free Fitness Testing in Busan: Where to Go by Neighbourhood</title><link>https://top5korea.com/en/columns/studio-0880fb4e-4e71-4778-af28-04fce3f6e4bc/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://top5korea.com/en/columns/studio-0880fb4e-4e71-4778-af28-04fce3f6e4bc/</guid><description>Five free fitness testing centres in Geoje Station, Dugu-dong, Hakjang-dong, Gamcheon-dong and Yongho-dong, with locations, booking options, registration and health screening requirements.</description><pubDate>Fri, 06 Nov 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Five free fitness testing centres in Geoje Station, Dugu-dong, Hakjang-dong, Gamcheon-dong and Yongho-dong, with locations, booking options, registration and health screening requirements.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;For free fitness testing in Busan, start by checking the locations in Geoje Station, Dugu-dong, Hakjang-dong, Gamcheon-dong and Yongho-dong.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Gungmin Cheryeok 100 fitness certification tests have no registration or testing fees. Booking requests can be made online, by phone or in person.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Even if you apply by phone or in person, you must register on the website to view your results and obtain a certificate.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;p&gt;5 picks · researched Nov 6, 2026&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><category>Fitness</category><category>Busan</category><category>Busan free fitness testing</category><category>Busan Gungmin Cheryeok 100</category><category>Yeonje fitness testing</category><category>Geumjeong fitness testing</category><category>Sasang fitness testing</category><category>Saha fitness testing</category><category>Nam-gu fitness testing</category></item><item><title>Haeundae-gu’s 2026 Intangible Heritage Art Fair</title><link>https://top5korea.com/en/columns/studio-2f047413-bb90-40fd-a913-7a271e41e253/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://top5korea.com/en/columns/studio-2f047413-bb90-40fd-a913-7a271e41e253/</guid><description>Explore exhibitions, artisan demonstrations and a stamp tour on the Busan Intangible Heritage Art Fair’s final weekend, plus craft sessions for confirmed booking holders.</description><pubDate>Thu, 05 Nov 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Explore exhibitions, artisan demonstrations and a stamp tour on the Busan Intangible Heritage Art Fair’s final weekend, plus craft sessions for confirmed booking holders.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;Explore exhibitions and weekend artisan demonstrations on November 7–8 on the first floor of BIFF Hill at Busan Cinema Center in Haeundae-gu.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Visitors who complete the stamp tour receive a souvenir, adding a participatory activity to their visit.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Advance applications for the tea coaster and norigae workshops have closed. Confirmed booking holders attend their assigned Saturday or Sunday session.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;p&gt;5 picks · researched Nov 5, 2026&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><category>Rankings</category><category>Haeundae-gu</category><category>Haeundae-gu intangible heritage</category><category>Busan Intangible Heritage Art Fair</category><category>Busan Cinema Center</category><category>Honmaekjeon</category><category>artisan demonstrations</category><category>dancheong tea coasters</category><category>strawberry-tassel norigae</category></item><item><title>Where to Stay for Busan Hotel Week 2026</title><link>https://top5korea.com/en/columns/studio-93947c61-8239-4e91-aff6-1e256f392534/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://top5korea.com/en/columns/studio-93947c61-8239-4e91-aff6-1e256f392534/</guid><description>Compare pools, family lounges and cancellation deadlines at five hotels taking part in Busan Hotel Week in November 2026, with your companions and itinerary in mind.</description><pubDate>Mon, 02 Nov 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Compare pools, family lounges and cancellation deadlines at five hotels taking part in Busan Hotel Week in November 2026, with your companions and itinerary in mind.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;Busan Hotel Week in November 2026 accepts bookings from primary cardholders who already hold an eligible card, for one room per hotel and up to two nights.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Indoor and outdoor pools and family lounges differ by hotel. General facility information should be read separately from the event package inclusions.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Paradise requires cancellations and changes at least five days before the stay. At Lotte, check the swimming cap requirement and how pool access varies by booking conditions.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;p&gt;5 picks · researched Nov 2, 2026&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><category>Stays</category><category>Busan</category><category>Busan Hotel Week</category><category>2026 Hotel Week</category><category>Busan hotels</category><category>Haeundae hotels</category><category>Busan indoor pools</category><category>Busan family stays</category></item><item><title>Learning Programs at the 2026 Busan Mathematics Festival</title><link>https://top5korea.com/en/columns/studio-8a665d53-9006-4598-ac2f-0243bbd1c218/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://top5korea.com/en/columns/studio-8a665d53-9006-4598-ac2f-0243bbd1c218/</guid><description>Five math programs at BEXCO in Haeundae, Busan. Compare grade and group-size requirements for school registration with on-site exhibitions and hands-on activities.</description><pubDate>Thu, 29 Oct 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Five math programs at BEXCO in Haeundae, Busan. Compare grade and group-size requirements for school registration with on-site exhibitions and hands-on activities.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;The festival runs on November 13–14 at BEXCO in Haeundae, Busan. General visiting hours are 09:30–16:30. Programs requiring advance registration follow separate schedules.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Advance registration through schools closes on November 2 at 15:00. The structure challenge and reading quiz have different elementary grade and participant-number requirements.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;The Math Art exhibition, learning tools and board games zone, and AI play zone accept on-site participants. Start with the activity you prefer: making art, playing games, or exploring technology.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;p&gt;5 picks · researched Oct 29, 2026&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><category>Learning</category><category>Haeundae-gu</category><category>Busan Mathematics Festival</category><category>Busan learning activities</category><category>BEXCO Haeundae</category><category>creative math structures</category><category>math reading quiz</category><category>Math Art</category><category>math board games</category></item><item><title>2026 KI Sports Programs in Yeongdo, Busan</title><link>https://top5korea.com/en/columns/studio-b0fd7389-7554-4173-ad45-e262af4e03cd/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://top5korea.com/en/columns/studio-b0fd7389-7554-4173-ad45-e262af4e03cd/</guid><description>Choose competitions to watch and classes to join at Busan Yeongdo’s KI Sports Festival. Compare five programs on October 31 and November 1 by venue and participation requirements.</description><pubDate>Wed, 28 Oct 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Choose competitions to watch and classes to join at Busan Yeongdo’s KI Sports Festival. Compare five programs on October 31 and November 1 by venue and participation requirements.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;The competitions differ between October 31 and November 1. Choose the date of the event you want to watch, then head to the main building, annex or football field.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;K-CLASSIC BUSAN spectator tickets are sold on site. For AWAKEN YOUR WELLNIVERSE CLASS, select the required package and add your chosen classes.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;The announced regular registration period for HYBRID FITNESS RACE has ended. Plan separately for watching the race and competing as an already registered athlete.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;p&gt;5 picks · researched Oct 28, 2026&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><category>Fitness</category><category>Busan</category><category>Yeongdo Busan</category><category>KI Sports Festival</category><category>P.ARK</category><category>bodybuilding</category><category>wellness</category><category>flag football</category></item><item><title>Five Experiences at Busan’s 2026 Gaeuren Jeollo Festa</title><link>https://top5korea.com/en/columns/studio-322e36f5-79d6-4421-a3e3-5e7d9cb6f871/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://top5korea.com/en/columns/studio-322e36f5-79d6-4421-a3e3-5e7d9cb6f871/</guid><description>Explore temple food displays and talks, singing bowls, meditation and evening performances at Hongbeopsa Temple. Performers vary by date; paid picnics have advance-booking and on-site options.</description><pubDate>Sat, 17 Oct 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Explore temple food displays and talks, singing bowls, meditation and evening performances at Hongbeopsa Temple. Performers vary by date; paid picnics have advance-booking and on-site options.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;Gaeuren Jeollo Festa takes place at Hongbeopsa Temple in Geumjeong-gu, Busan, on October 30 and 31. The event runs 15:00–20:00.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;The temple food exhibition and talk, singing bowls, meditation and evening performances are free. Booth and stage schedules differ.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;The Chaeum and Bium packages, which include a master’s lunchbox, require advance booking. The Meomum package, sold on site, includes vegetable bibimbap.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;p&gt;5 picks · researched Oct 17, 2026&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><category>Rankings</category><category>Busan</category><category>Busan autumn festivals</category><category>Gaeuren Jeollo Festa</category><category>Hongbeopsa Temple Busan</category><category>Busan temple food</category><category>Busan meditation</category><category>Busan evening performances</category></item><item><title>Cafes in Yeongdo, Busan</title><link>https://top5korea.com/en/columns/studio-yeongdo-cafes-20261012/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://top5korea.com/en/columns/studio-yeongdo-cafes-20261012/</guid><description>Find a cafe in Yeongdo, Busan, for coffee, bread or a meal. Compare roastery, bakery and kitchen menus, ordering hours and parking arrangements.</description><pubDate>Tue, 13 Oct 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Find a cafe in Yeongdo, Busan, for coffee, bread or a meal. Compare roastery, bakery and kitchen menus, ordering hours and parking arrangements.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;After a meal, choose a hand-drip coffee and take a break while exploring a space that combines a roastery and coffee bar.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Options range from an individual bakery item for a snack to pasta or lasagna for a full meal. Food and drinks may have different ordering hours.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;If you drive, compare free parking, allowances tied to spending and places where parking costs extra.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;p&gt;5 picks · researched Oct 13, 2026&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><category>Cafés</category><category>Yeongdo-gu</category><category>Yeongdo Busan cafes</category><category>Yeongdo travel</category><category>Busan cafes</category><category>Yeongdo coffee</category><category>Yeongdo bakeries</category><category>Yeongdo brunch</category></item><item><title>Family Meals in Gijang, from Abalone Porridge to Galbi</title><link>https://top5korea.com/en/columns/gijang-family-weekend-food/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://top5korea.com/en/columns/gijang-family-weekend-food/</guid><description>Share abalone porridge, lotus-leaf rice and galbi, cockles and beef pancakes, abalone dishes, or steamed snow crab on a Gijang family weekend. Check minimum orders, breaks, and extra costs.</description><pubDate>Sat, 26 Sep 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Share abalone porridge, lotus-leaf rice and galbi, cockles and beef pancakes, abalone dishes, or steamed snow crab on a Gijang family weekend. Check minimum orders, breaks, and extra costs.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;First decide whether to share abalone porridge or have galbi with lotus-leaf rice. Check the minimum orders at Gijang Kkeutjip Jukseong Main Branch and Cheolma Yeonbap.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Four of these five restaurants in Gijang-gun have published weekend hours. Call Daege Manchan to confirm current weekend hours and the total cost.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Cockles and beef pancakes come on a large sharing platter, while Eoneu Meotjin Nal lets everyone choose their own abalone dish. With children, ask about seasoning and order sizes first.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Daege Manchan&apos;s table-setting charge excludes the crab itself. Check current prices at Eoneu Meotjin Nal too before budgeting for the family meal.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;p&gt;5 picks · researched Sep 26, 2026&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><category>Food</category><category>Gijang County</category><category>Gijang restaurants</category><category>Gijang family meals</category><category>Gijang weekend trips</category><category>Gijang abalone porridge</category><category>Cheolma lotus-leaf rice</category><category>Ilgwang restaurants</category></item><item><title>Centum City Film Festival Hotels: The Walk Back and the Booking Conditions</title><link>https://top5korea.com/en/columns/centum-city-biff-walk-hotels/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://top5korea.com/en/columns/centum-city-biff-walk-hotels/</guid><description>Choose accommodation for the walk back from Busan Cinema Center, with room rates, breakfast and late check-in conditions that can differ even within the same building.</description><pubDate>Tue, 22 Sep 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Choose accommodation for the walk back from Busan Cinema Center, with room rates, breakfast and late check-in conditions that can differ even within the same building.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;Even within the same building, the hotel and breakfast option can change the total. Room-package conditions matter alongside location.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Walking estimates vary with the map markers and route. After a late screening, consider the above-ground route as well as any shorter route using an underpass.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Returning after a screening is different from checking in for the first time late at night. Front-desk hours help distinguish which hotel suits your arrival.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;p&gt;5 picks · researched Sep 22, 2026&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><category>Stays</category><category>Centum City</category><category>Centum City hotels</category><category>Busan film festival accommodation</category><category>walking to Busan Cinema Center</category><category>Centum Premier Hotel</category><category>Centum Business Hotel</category><category>Centum Suite Hotel</category></item></channel></rss>