Busan

Johyun Gallery

Johyun Gallery in Busan is one of the city's most established commercial contemporary art galleries, founded in 1990 and representing major Korean and international contemporary artists including Lee Bae (the celebrated Korean charcoal painter), Kim Jong-hak, Park Seo-bo (the late dansaekhwa master), and a substantial roster of younger Korean artists. The gallery runs about 8 exhibitions per year across its main Haeundae space and a smaller Centum branch, with each running roughly 6 weeks. The Lee Bae-related exhibitions in particular are essential reference points for serious contemporary Korean art collectors visiting Busan. Free entry. Closed Sundays and Mondays. About 45 minutes. Pair with Haeundae Beach or BEXCO.