A person is preparing tea with loose herbal leaves in a small glass teapot on a wooden table, alongside a branch of green leaves, a white dish with three colorful candies, and a white teacup with a blue flower design.

News and Updates from Heesum Tea Room in Seoul, offering authentic Korean tea ceremony experiences and cultural events

One step at a time, steady progress since 2014.

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Trusted Tea Ceremony Experience by Editor’s pick on VisitSeoul.net

Heesum was featured on VisitSeoul.net, the official tourism website run by the Seoul city government. This site features trusted cultural experiences for travelers. Being included shows that Heesum is recognized for offering one of the best tea ceremony experiences in Seoul.

Our korean tea ceremony sessions provide a quiet and accessible introduction to Korean tradition. Led by a certified tea master, each experience focuses on simple, mindful practice using Korean-grown tea and handcrafted teaware. For visitors looking to connect with local culture, this is a calm and meaningful way to take part in a traditional Korean tea ceremony in Seoul.

Tea Production at the Tea Farm – Tea Retreat in Goseong, May 2025

This spring, we visited a tea farm in Goseong with our guests to experience the full process of tea making, from hand-harvesting tender leaves to crafting them into a finished brew. Each year, we choose a different region to explore, working closely with local tea producers to learn, connect, and deepen our understanding of Korean tea. These trips are not just about sourcing leaves but about honoring the people and landscapes behind every cup. The teas we make through these journeys are the ones we proudly serve in our tearoom.

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A woman demonstrating traditional tea serving to a group of four women during a korean tea ceremony, with various teapots and tea cups on a wooden table.

We’ve Moved! - April 2025

We’re excited to share that Heesum has moved to a new space — more welcoming, more refined, and even easier to reach. Located just 6 minutes from the Korea University(Line 6) train station, the new venue offers an improved experience while staying close to the heart of the city.

To celebrate, we held a small opening gathering — and were thrilled to welcome so many friends, guests, and tea lovers who joined us. Thank you for making it special.

We look forward to sharing tea with you in our new home.

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New Year with Calligraphy at Storage Book & Film

On February 24, 2025, we hosted a One-Day Calligraphy Workshop in collaboration with Storage Book & Film, an independent bookstore in Itaewon.

Every year, we come together at Storage Book & Film to write wishes of prosperity and hope for the new year while enjoying tea and traditional Korean sweets.

It was a pleasure to meet Mike, the owner of Storage Book & Film, and all the wonderful participants.

Thank you to everyone who joined us—we wish you a year filled with health and happiness!