If you consider yourself an avid fan of the hit drama "It's Okay to Not Be Okay," then you might consider reading this article since it contains the ultimate must-visit locations of the show.
For your next trip in South Korea, consider visiting the show's most iconic filming locations. With its constant presence in Netflix's top 10 list, it is safe to say that "It's Okay to Not Be Okay" is one of the hottest Korean dramas airing right now. This show is highly-anticipated by many since this is the Hallyu star Kim Soo Hyun's awaited comeback to the small screen after his military discharge.
That being said, if you're a true fan of the Korean culture, then surely these few scenic locations the show had caught your eyes. So for your future South Korea adventure, bookmark these places and visit them!
"It's Okay to Not Be Okay" Locations That You Must Visit If You're An Avid Fan
1. Cafe Sanida
It is the famous "cursed castle" where Ko Mun-yeong (Seo Ye Ji) spent her childhood days. However, the cursed castle doesn't exist in reality. Whether you believe it or not, the three-story scary mansion located in the middle of a spooky forest was made entirely from CGI on the grounds of Cafe Sanida. The said café posted about it on their website revealing that the gate and the castle's main entrance were built by the staff and crew of the show.
The address of this iconic place is: 992-12, Jusan-ri, Hojeo-myeon, Wonju-si, Gangwon-do
2. IK Light House
There was a scene in the first episode where we see Mun-yeong having a great meal alone until a woman with her daughter approached Mun-yeong asking for her autograph. This bizarre scene was shot in IK Light House. This is a cafe and showroom that opened in 2018.
This place was once a 60-year-old obstetrics building that was renovated and transformed into a café by the light bulb company Ilkwang Lightings.
It is located in: 8-1 Chamoejeon-ro 174beon-gil, Dongincheon-dong, Jung-gu, Incheon
3. Secret Blue Cafe
This is the identified as one of the main locations on the drama as the famous OK Psychiatric Hospital where Moon Gang-tae works in is shot here. In real life, the hospital is actually a café named Secret Blue Café. The said café is established on a seaside attraction that overlooks a spectacular view of the Ayajin Beach.
Take note of the location: 226 Ayajin, Toseong-myeon, Goseong County, Gangwon Province
4. Triple Street
Do you remember Moon Sang-tae's whimsical film sequence on his way to the fan signing of Mun-yeong? This scene was actually taken in the walkways of Triple Street. It is a shopping complex made with various themes making it one of the famous tourist attractions of the place. Plus, other establishment including an entertainment plaza, a sports field, and an observatory could also be seen here.
The place is located at 33-1 Songdogwahak-ro 16-beon-gil, Songdo-dong, Yeonsu-gu, Incheon
5. Forest of Wisdom Library
This place was where the famous writer Ko Mun-yeong held her event. Forest of Wisdom Library is known for its towering floor-to-ceiling bookshelves.
Fun fact: this library is a frequent filming spot for K-dramas including "The King: Eternal Monarch," "The World of the Married," and "Hotel del Luna."
The library's address is: 145 Hoedong-gil, Paju-si, Gyeonggi-do
