Cycling Through Seoul

Seoul moves fast, yet it also leaves room to slow down. One of those spaces is the Han River. Along its paths, the city opens up. Here, cyclists share the route with runners, families, and commuters. As a result, the river has become an important part of everyday urban life.

Since living and working in Seoul, I have often returned to these paths. They offer a clear view of how people move through the city. At the same time, they show how cycling fits into daily routines rather than standing apart from them.

The Han River as Urban Lifeline

The Han River cuts through the city from east to west. Because of this, it connects many neighborhoods in a simple and direct way. Cyclists use the river paths to commute, to train, or to take a break from the streets above.

While photographing there, I focused on everyday moments. Instead of speed or performance, the images show balance. They capture how cycling blends into the wider rhythm of the city.

Photographing for Bicycle Print

For the inaugural issue of Bicycle Print, I photographed Seoul’s cycling culture along the Han River. The magazine focuses on bicycle culture in Korea and abroad, placing local scenes into a wider international context.

My contribution centers on everyday riders rather than spectacle. The goal was to show how cycling fits naturally into Seoul’s urban fabric, shaped by infrastructure, landscape, and daily routines.

From Seoul to a Global Audience

The first issue of Bicycle Print was released through major bookstores across Seoul and via Propaganda Press. The publication brings together stories and visuals from different cities, offering a broader view of contemporary bicycle culture.

Being part of this first issue felt less like a standalone feature and more like a shared observation. It documents a moment in Seoul where cycling continues to grow as a practical and cultural presence within the city.