Suwolgyeonghwa
An oceanfront Korean tea salon and confectionery house overlooking Songjeong Beach, where mindful whole-leaf infusions meet the rhythm of passing coastal trains.
The Moon in the Water, The Flower in the Mirror
Suwolgyeonghwa (水月鏡花) draws its identity from the poetic phrase describing ethereal, quiet beauty—moments of stillness that linger gently in memory.
"We curate slow, contemplative tea moments in a Hanok-inspired setting, where whole tea leaves steep to perfection beside the coastal horizon."
Directly sourcing premium whole leaves from premier domestic tea gardens in Hadong, Boseong, and Jeju, each tea is brewed for its precise optimal duration and served in handcrafted teaware designed by renowned ceramic artists.
The Signature Tea Ritual
Explore our signature house-blended teas. Guests are invited to gently smell the dry whole leaves at our aroma counter before selecting their steeped brew.
Hyunwol Hojicha
Masterfully roasted whole green tea leaves delivering a comforting toasted grain aroma, warm hazelnut undertones, and a smooth natural sweetness with zero astringency.
Tea & Traditional Dessert Collection
Each confection is prepared daily to accompany whole-leaf tea ceremonies, balancing subtle natural sweetness with rich textural depth.
Dalbodeure Dessert Box
A curated four-part Korean confectionery box crafted specifically to harmonize with Suwolgyeonghwa's blended teas.
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Crisp Red Bean & Butter MonakaToasted rice wafer filled with domestic sweet red bean paste and artisanal churned butter.
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Black Rice Steamed Wine Cake (Heungmi Sulppang)Naturally fermented black rice cake steamed to a tender, springy crumb with subtle grain aroma.
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Injeolmi Rice Cake SkewersHand-pounded glutinous rice cakes dusted with finely roasted soybean powder and mountain honey.
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House Tea FinancierBrown butter almond sponge infused with concentrated roasted tea reduction.
Recognized Excellence
Documented achievements across prestigious national and international culinary evaluations.
Blue Ribbon Survey
Listed for two consecutive years in South Korea’s premier culinary and restaurant evaluation directory.
ITQI Superior Taste Award
Conferred by the International Taste Institute in Belgium, evaluating sensory blending and flavor balance.
World Tea Food Gold Award
Awarded Gold and Bronze medals at the Hadong World Tea Expo for inventive tea-paired confectionery.
Tea Designer Champions
Secured Gold in the Tea Designer Championship and honors in the Tea Blending Masters competition.
Tranquility by Songjeong Shore
Excerpts from verified guest visits, reflecting the atmosphere, tea presentations, and coastal views.
"The quiet melody of the gayageum paired with warm tea and the distant sound of Songjeong waves creates true tranquility. The presentation of the Dalbodeure box was clean, elegant, and balanced in sweetness."
"Watching the Blueline coastal train pass right by the window while sipping Hyunwol Hojicha was peaceful. Smelling the loose whole leaves before ordering helped us choose the ideal blend."
"An oceanfront salon that celebrates Korean craftsmanship. From the ceramic moon cups to the brass leaf strainers, every single detail feels deliberate and serene."
Moments at Suwolgyeonghwa
Visual glimpses of handcrafted ceramic services, ocean vistas, and tranquil Hanok interior elements.
Plan Your Visit
Located on the 4th floor directly overlooking Songjeong Beach, accessible via local bus routes and the Haeundae Blueline Park coastal train.
Suwolgyeonghwa
4th Floor, 188 Songjeongjungang-ro 6beon-gil, Haeundae-gu, Busan
Please note that the salon is situated on the 4th floor with stair access.