Itaewon carries leather shoes made with imported and local leathers, which can be custom-made in just a few days. But there is more to Itaewon than clothing and shoes. This is a great area to shop for Korean souvenirs, crafts, small gifts, suitcases, and bags. Itaewon also has the greatest collection of eel skin products in Seoul, and jewelry-smoky topaz, amethyst, and jade. Fur shops sell their furs duty-free to foreigners.
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In addition to daytimes shopping, Itaewon offers more nighttime entertainment than most people can handle. Located on a long street in Insadong, just north of Chongno, this area is easily identified by the large group of shops each specializing in different types of wares. Numerous antique shops, many old bookstores, and art galleries are concentrated in this area. Insadong is good for many hours of browsing and window-shopping. Although it is mainly an antique district, modern furniture and new designs are available.