Sodaemun Prison was used by the Japanese from 1907 until 1945 when Korea was occupied by Japan. It was used to house anti-colonial activists during this time. After the Japanese occupation was over, it was used until 1987 by the Korean government. Finally, it became a museum.
This museum was interesting (and shocking) because it showcased the horrifying imprisonment, torture, and deaths of Korean prisoners at the hands of the Japanese.
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| File photo of every Korean activist who died while in Sodaemun Prison |
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| Close up |
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| Torture device where sticks were driven under fingernails |
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| Each room had a hole in the ceiling so guards could secretly watch prisoners |
How to get there: Dongnimmun Station (Subway Line 3), Exit # 5
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