Korea’s smallest currency unit, the 10-won coin, has a very special design.
On the front, you’ll find Dabotap, a stone pagoda from the Unified Silla dynasty.
Dabotap is still preserved today as a National Treasure inside Bulguksa Temple in Gyeongju, the ancient capital of Silla.

Because of this, when you visit Gyeongju, you can find a charming street snack shaped exactly like this coin.
the famous 10-Won Bread (십원빵).

The Signature Filling: Cheese

Many people assume the filling might be sweet,
but the standard 10-won bread is actually filled with cheese.
The outside is pressed into a crisp, coin-like shape,
and the inside is warm, soft, and wonderfully chewy with melted cheese.

Surprisingly, the size is bigger than it looks in photos.
Even though it’s a street snack, one piece can feel quite filling,
making it a perfect mid-walk break during your travels.

Watching It Cook Is Part of the Fun

Vendors pour batter into a cast-iron mold with the Dabotap design
and close the press for a few seconds.
When it opens, a golden coin-shaped bread pops out, steaming and crispy.

Kids love watching the process,
and adults can’t help but smile when holding this tiny, warm “edible coin.”

You Can Now Find 10-Won Bread in Seoul Too

Originally, 10-won bread became famous in Gyeongju,
but recently it has spread to popular districts in Seoul.
It has become trendy among tourists and locals, so you may spot it while walking through busy neighborhoods.

Where to Find It in Seoul

Hongdae Walking Street
A lively area with both locals and international visitors. Vendors often sell freshly pressed 10-won bread.

Myeongdong Shopping District
A hotspot for tourists, where 10-won bread has become a popular grab-and-go snack.

Gangnam Station Area
Street food stalls and small pop-ups frequently appear, especially in the evenings.

Cheonggyecheon & Gwangjang Market Area
Traditional markets and modern street snacks blend well here.

Lotte World Mall & Seokchon Lake
A family-friendly district where cheese-filled snacks are always in high demand.

Even without visiting Gyeongju,
you can now enjoy this warm, cheesy bread throughout Seoul.

A Small Bite of Happiness During Travel

10-won bread is not a fancy dessert, but there’s something comforting and heartwarming about holding a small, coin-shaped bread filled with hot, stretchy cheese.

Whether you try it in Gyeongju the original home or stumble upon it in a Seoul alleyway, this snack adds a gentle, happy moment to your trip.