Walk Through Spring in Gochang — The Filming Site of When Life Gives You Tangerines
Have you ever paused a K-drama and thought, “Where is that beautiful place?”
In When Life Gives You Tangerines, one of Netflix’s most heartwarming hits of the year, there’s a magical scene where IU (as Ae-soon) and Park Bo-gum (as Gwan-sik) share their first kiss in a stunning yellow flower field. Most viewers guessed it was Jeju Island — but surprise! That iconic moment was actually filmed in Gochang, at the Hakwon Farm barley fields.
Welcome to Gochang Green Barley Festival, a perfect destination to soak in the breeze, the blossoms, and a bit of drama magic.
Festival Details
- Name: 22nd Gochang Green Barley Festival
- Dates: April 19 – May 11, 2025
- Location: 158-6, Hakwon Farm-gil, Gongeum-myeon, Gochang-gun, Jeollabuk-do
- Hours: 09:00 – 18:00 daily
- Admission: Free
- Parking: Free temporary parking available
Where Tangerines Met RomanceThat yellow field? It’s not Jeju.
It’s Gochang’s Hakwon Farm, where over 23,000 pyeong (that’s more than 75,000 square meters) of barley and canola flowers stretch across rolling hills like a watercolor painting come to life.
From late April to May, green barley sways like ocean waves in the wind, while vibrant yellow flowers add a burst of color. It’s a scene so cinematic that you half expect a K-drama confession around every corner.
What You Can Do at the Festival
This isn’t just a pretty backdrop — it’s a full cultural experience. Here’s what you can expect:
- Barley Field Walks: Stroll through waves of green
- Hands-On Crafting: Try eco-friendly traditional crafts
- Local Markets: Shop Gochang’s best regional goods
- Night Views: The fields at dusk offer a totally different kind of magic
Many visitors come for the perfect Instagram shot — and yes, there’s even a lone tree in the middle of the field that’s become a favorite photo spot. Some areas were also used in the K-drama Goblin, adding even more reasons for K-content fans to visit.
Nearby: Serenity and Great Food
After your photo walk and flower fix, don’t miss:
- Seonunsa Temple: A serene, historical site nearby
- Famous Gochang Grilled Eel (풍천장어): A delicious and energizing local specialty you’ll regret skipping
Final Thoughts
If When Life Gives You Tangerines gave you a longing to escape the city and breathe in something simpler, Gochang is the place. With its endless green barley fields, golden flowers, and spring wind, this quiet countryside is more than just a backdrop — it’s a mood.
This spring, walk the same paths as Ae-soon and Gwan-sik. Recreate your own drama moment. Or just… breathe.
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