Dongmun Market: A Tasteful Mic

Dongmun Market: A Tasteful Microcosm of Island Life

If the sea breeze of Jeju Island carries a salty aroma, then the air of Dongmun Market is spiced with the flavors of the sea and the warmth of local people. One of Jeju's most iconic traditional markets, it has been a daily part of the island's life since its opening in 1945 and a gateway for travelers to discover local flavors.

Upon entering the market, the sounds of vendors clamoring enthusiastically in Jeju dialect. Seafood gleams on ice, abalone flips its shell, and octopus tentacles sway gently, as if freshly plucked from the sea. The air between the stalls is filled with the refreshing scent of seawater and seaweed, mingling with the aroma of grilled squid and fried fish cakes.

In addition to fresh seafood, the market also offers Jeju agricultural products—black pork sausages, dried halla oranges, cactus jam, and more—all unique island specialties. For tourists, the most popular ones are the on-site food stalls: cheese baked lobster, spicy stir-fried rice cake seafood pot, and sweet honey pancakes (Hotteok), which allow people to eat while walking and never have empty hands.

Post by 諸文武 | Aug 11, 2025