Åland

Åland

Seoul

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Åland

This megastore chain really is a shoppers' paradise. With multiple floors each based on a different theme (street wear, feminine attire, etc.), Åland is definitely one of the essential go-to places for the hottest Korean fashion. Items that have spent a long time on the shelf can be found heavily discounted at the Noon Square outlet after hours.

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address5 Noon Square, 14 Myeongdong-gil, Jung District, Seoul
emailonline@alandcompany.com
openingHoursDaily 11am–10pm
phone+82 2 3210 5897
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