Busan

Busan is one of the main cities in South Korea. Located in the southeasternmost point of the Korean peninsula. It is the main location of the events of **Kangtawoo (Webtoon)**.

## Background

Busan is South Korea's second-largest city and a major port located on the southeastern coast of the Korean Peninsula. It is known for its stunning coastal landscapes, including beautiful beaches and lush mountains. Sites of interest include historic temples like Beomeosa, the sandy shores of Haeundae Beach, and fresh seafood at the bustling Jagalchi Fish Market. The city hosts international events such as the Busan International Film Festival, attracting both locals and tourists.

It is the main setting for the webtoon Kangtawoo and is often a minor setting or at least mentioned in other Webtoons.

### Geography

Located on the southeastern tip of the Korean Peninsula. It is located on the coast. The distance from Busan to Seoul is about 314 km (195 mi). Busan borders low mountains on the north and west, and the seas on the south and east.

### Locations

The following districts, neighborhoods, landmarks, location and addresses are in alphabetical order in terms of its category. Majority of these are actual real life places. Below are currently known that appear in the Super String Universe:

1. (Province, Cities, & Towns are regular font, neighborhoods are underlined and locations are italicized). (Some exceptions may apply).
2. (Keep in mind that the following may be incorrect in placement as we aren't confidentially sure besides googling).

#### Known Locations

Below are the locations that appear in the Super String Universe:

* Busanjin-gu
	+ Seo-myeon - Woosang's friend had an operation there where he had to cancel.

* Haeundae-gu - A district that nears the sea shores.
	+ *GoM* - A mart in Haeundae, Busan. Its contents were wiped by people buying it as surplus in case of alien invasion.[14]
	+ *Haeun High School* - the school where Hyeon Kang, Kyung-I Choi, and Woosang Jeon attends.
	+ *Haeundae Beach* - Was the place for the summer Haeundae festival.
	+ *Haeundae District Office* -
	+ *Haeundae Station* -
	+ *Jangsan Mountain* - The habitat of the Jangsanbeom, a tiger demon.
	+ *Woosung Apartment 109* - Likely certain the home of Hyeon Kang.
* Suyeong-gu - A district in the center of Busan
	+ Gwangan-dong
		- *Gwangan Line* - a train station.

#### Others

* *Busan Naval Base Unit 28463 -* Tracks anything in the sea with the radar.
* *Busan Marine Science Department Artic Research Institute -* Allows highschool students to travel with them to gain expereince of researching. Has the icebreaker, "Arion."
* *Gakcheomdo (Toe Master) Dojo* - The dojo and HQ of Kwangyong Park.
* *OOBuffet* - the restaurant that Hyeon Kang's mom was trying to book for her and her son when all the sudden she sees on the web about her son is actual "Okta" warrior.
* *Yak's Electronics Store* - Former located in Busan somewhere during the 1950s.

### History (if applicable)

Please describe briefly the history of this place

## Plot Overview

### Electronics Horror Store

In 1952 **Busan**, Korea, during the Korean war, Yak had set up a store in that location. During his stay, he met and began a friendship with a female child. They converse in many topics as the young girl wishes to see her older brother again so the family can be happy again. Yak gives her a cursed radio as a gift, however, warning her about not breaking the agreement. She complies and accepts the radio and agreement.

### Hanlim Gym

As PVP has branches in 9 districts, including the Busan branch, there are some fighters from Busan that appear through the Webtoon. There are at least three fighters that make their appearance in the PVP Championship, including the Busan Champion, Leader, and French.

### My Nights Shine Brighter Than Your Days

When Siwoo would return to Korea during her tennis career, one of the doctors who was a Professor at a Medical University in Busan would attend to her. She thinks of the doctor when trying to help Minsik’s sister and contacts him to see if he can perhaps help Minsik's sister.

### Reawakened Man (Season 1)

One of the gangs of the Dowon Group that serve under Director Beh are located in Busan (Yookseong Gang). They show up during the election of the next Chairman in an alliance with Jinho Cho to plan to get revenge for Director Beh who died in Minhyeok Kim's hands.

### Kangtawoo

Busan became a place of war from the Spelta as they devastated the area, killing many people. Thirty percent of the population there leaves due to fear of the Speltas.

### Island

Johan mentioned the Jangsan Mountain, home of the demon Jangsanbeom.

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## References

1. ↑ https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Busan#Geography
2. ↑ Kangtawoo, Ep.14
3. ↑ Kangatwoo, Ep.30
4. ↑ Island Part 2, Ep.31
5. ↑ Kangtawoo, Ep. 5
6. ↑ Kangatwoo, Ep.5
7. ↑ Electronic Horror Store, Ch. 38-40
8. ↑ Hanlim Gym, Season 1, Ep.104
9. ↑ My Nights Shine Brighter Than Your Days, Season 3, Ep.15
10. ↑ Reawakened Man, Season 1, Ep. 83