This is a documentary-style transcript that describes the daily life and experiences of people working in the precious metal business on a street in Busan, South Korea. It highlights the significance of gold and other precious metals in people's lives, especially as symbols of important life moments like weddings and anniversaries. The street is filled with shops run by families, and the story touches on the challenges they face, including security concerns due to recent robberies. It also showcases the dedication and hard work of the people in the industry, including a husband-wife team and their daughter who helps them part-time. Overall, the documentary captures the essence of a bustling and meaningful street where precious moments are celebrated with jewelry made by skilled artisans.
1. The text refers to a street in Busan, South Korea, which is known as the largest precious metal street south of the Han River.
2. The street is home to about 600 wholesale and retail stores and processing plants of precious metals.
3. The street is specializing in precious metals with around 40 retail stores gathered together in one shopping mall.
4. The Hyundai Department Store was founded in 2025.
5. The street is home to a Busan jewelry company.
6. People who want to buy gold in Busan often come to this street first.
7. A small factory run by a couple mainly produces 18k gold.
8. The factory has been in operation for about 20 years.
9. The street is also home to a Gold and Silver Shop that sells watches.
10. The store has been open since 1978.
11. The street is a place where customers bring gold that has been stored away.
12. The street is a symbol of a loving life like a jewel.
13. The street is a place where people come back to at all the ups and downs of life, such as entrance, graduation, employment, promotion, marriage, and divorce.
14. The street is crowded on weekends and on the night of the full moon when everyone's hearts are together.
15. The street is run by a couple.
16. The store is open from early in the morning until late at night.
17. The store is open even on Sundays.
18. The store is also open on the weekend for maintenance work.
19. The store has a youth association formed two years ago.
20. The street opens earlier than the high-speed street.