Korean Ginseng

According to Traditional Chinese Medicine, Asian ginseng provides energy and stimulates male sexual function. It's a natural treatment for erectile difficulties. Native American cultures used ginseng for similar reasons. It's interesting that ginseng grows naturally in both Korea and the United States. However, the plant root is immensely more popular in Korea. Some stores devote their shelves entirely to ginseng-related products.
Once I tried a microwaved slice of honey-sweetened ginseng. It was delicious! I don't see myself buying one of these ginseng 'specimans,' though, other than as a souvenir. I wouldn't know how to prepare it.

Gyeongdong Market

The demographics shifted abruptly as we exited Line 1 at Jeji-dong. We were the only young Westerners among a sea of ajummas and ajoshis. Judging from the variety and prices of the produce, I'm not surprised that older people flood this market. Bins of various grains and herbs.
I noticed many vegetables that are used for panch'eon (side dishes). The sweet potatoes were only 2000W per basket, half the price found at the Commissary! I did not recognize this tuber, but the shape attracted my attention.
We need a translation! The herbal shops offered many unusual products.
Thorny twigs - I hope people have heavy gloves in their kitchens!