There are a bunch of

pottery kiosks in Itaewon. A

variety of vases, bowls,

cups, and other things

can be purchased.

Some items are very

inexpensive, but others are

quite costly (depending on craftsmanship)

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POTTERY

A variety of designs, styles, and colors await the shopper at quaint

pottery places.

This little bubbling Buddha would have been interesting to

have in one’s house!

There are also a number of stores

that sell antiques and

brass artifacts, some of them

related to fishing other

occupations. Note the old

musical instruments

placed on the sidewalk in front

of the store.

BRASS

An interesting collection of brass

diver’s helmets (and other sailing items) were in this store.

Next to the brass store was a music store—the

trumpets caught my eye.

As a nation steeped with history and the religion of

Buddhism, there are Buddha figures

everywhere.

Most Buddhas are smiling and rotund, as was this golden fella in a store front window I passed.

Then, in front of him are “Say no Evil,” “See no

Evil,” and “Hear no Evil” Buddhas.

Just what you need for your living room—great

conversation pieces!

BUDDHAS

Now we are talking!

Some great golf bags

were in this store—pretty pricey, though

(made from ostrich or alligator hide).

GOLF BAGS

Korea is known for sewing—labels, patches, nametags…on baggage tags, shirts, hats,

and much more. This small area was full of options.

Reds, whites, yellows, greens,

blues, pinks—tags, handle wraps, and much more, some done with just your name and others

with small icons or personal art.

There are lots of these kiosks in

Itaewon that sell these items, a

popular item for the military and for other

travelers.

COLORFULTAGS

I had a few bag tags sewn while I waited; we

are still using them!

I finally decided to take the plunge—and have

a nice suit made in Korea.

The Korean tailors are well known for making custom-fitted suits; they have lots of great material and you can have a suit made that is superbly done. My suit is not shown—it was a darker, pin-striped suit…

and I love it.

While walking the streets of Itaewon, I spied a fire station and a nice, new (and very clean) fire engine parked

in front.

Near the fire station was a police station—with a

couple of police motorcycles parked out front (and one

small scooter). Not far from the station sat a clean

police car.

Crime is kept to a minimum in Korea; for one thing,

there are no guns allowed. (You NRA guys, don’t take

offense!)

As I departed Itaewon, not far from the stores and restaurants, I photographed a cluster of homes—crowded together with no space between. Land is at a premium

in Seoul.