Gunsan bakery rice castella packed as a travel gift: Hongyun Bakery

You have to stop at at least one bakery on a Gunsan trip, and this one has been on TV multiple times. I visited Hongyun Bakery, praised on Handsome Guys as the nation's No. 1 rice castella spot.

Where is Hongyun Bakery in Gunsan, and the basics

Hongyun Bakery is located in front of the main gate of Jeil Apartment in Susong-dong, Gunsan. It's about 7 minutes by taxi from the terminal, costing around ₩4,000.

Its TV appearances include Handsome Guys ep.13 (rice castella), 6 O'Clock My Hometown ep.7867 (rice flour bread), Live Today ep.2758, and 2TV Evening Vivid Info.

What is the shop like inside?

The moment you step into Hongyun Bakery, the healthy, nutty scent of bread fills the space. It's a place that bakes with local produce — rice flour, glutinous barley, and Korean wheat — instead of imported wheat.

Since rice flour is the main ingredient in every bread here, that's exactly why it feels different from a typical bakery.

Among the bakeries in Susong-dong, Gunsan, this is one that both locals and travelers keep coming back to. The egg tarts sell out at just 15 a day, so if you don't hurry you might miss out haha.

Menu and prices at Hongyun Bakery

Signature & popular items, sandwich breads & health breads

Single breads

How is Hongyun Bakery different from a regular bakery?

Hongyun Bakery uses no imported wheat at all. It bakes only with domestic produce — rice flour, glutinous barley, Korean wheat, and more. Since rice flour is the main ingredient, the bread tends to be soft and easy to digest.

When you actually eat the bread, the texture feels a bit different from regular wheat bread, but that's part of the appeal. It's also a popular travel gift from Gunsan precisely because it's healthy bread made with good-for-you ingredients.

The rice castella was introduced on Handsome Guys as the nation's No. 1, so if you're in Gunsan, you definitely have to try it once.

How to fit Hongyun Bakery into a Gunsan trip

• This is a Gunsan bakery you must add to your travel route
• Egg tarts are limited to 15 a day, so an early morning visit is recommended
• Rice castella packs up well as a souvenir too
• It's a stress-free 7-minute taxi ride from the terminal

Final verdict on Hongyun Bakery

Hongyun Bakery is a healthy bakery that bakes only with domestic rice flour, with no imported wheat at all. The rice castella praised on Handsome Guys is a must-try if you're in Gunsan. There's a clear reason why both locals and travelers keep coming to this Susong-dong bakery.

Hongyun Bakery FAQ

What are Hongyun Bakery's opening hours?

Mon–Fri 09:00–22:00, Sat 10:00–22:00, Sun 10:00–17:00.

Can you always buy the egg tarts?

They're limited to 15 per day. An early visit is recommended.

Does Hongyun Bakery use imported wheat?

No! It only uses domestic rice flour, glutinous barley, and Korean wheat.

How long does it take from Gunsan bus terminal?

About 7 minutes by taxi, around ₩4,000.

Can the bread be packed to go as a gift?

Yes! Most menu items can be packed to go, making great travel souvenirs.