1단계 완화 후 첫 ‘불금’...젊음의 홍대 거리 ‘북적’<br /><br />It's now the first Friday night since South Korea relaxed some coronavirus restrictions to the lowest in the three-tiered system.<br />After two-months of closure, bars and clubs are open again, people here in the country are back venturing nightlife.<br />Our Choi Jeong-yoon is out in Seoul's Hongdae district known for its upbeat nightlife, shopping, and hip cafes.<br />Jeong-yoon, is the hustle and bustle back at Hongdae?<br />Hi, Conn-young, a lot of people have come out to enjoy the first Friday since social distancing went back to level one.<br />After the sun went down, the lights have come on all over the place,... and restaurants and bars calling customers into their shops.<br />This is quite different from the last two months when the streets were relatively quiet.<br />But with the distancing level eased Monday, the streets are now filled with music,... friends and couples gathering for a drink.<br />Singing rooms, pubs, clubs and bars are allowed to open, though, some are still closed... getting ready to do business again.<br />It's a relief to these business owners who can finally make a living again, and to people getting some fresh air.<br />Take a listen.<br />"I'm still worried that social distancing could be tightened at any time, but for now, I'm very relieved that we are back in business. I'm getting paid again and I have customers."<br />"I turned twenty this year, but I couldn't celebrate because of COVID-19. With social distancing eased now, I'm excited to meet up with some friends and finally get rid of some of the stress I've had by going to a singing room."<br />So, some of these so-called high-risk facilities are back to business, but there are still restrictions in place. What are they?<br />That's right, Conn-young.<br />You have to have your temperature checked, and like other public places, sign the visitors' log or scan the QR code.<br />Employees have to wear face masks at all times, and continue disinfecting and ventilating the place.<br />Customers should also wear masks indoors except when eating or singing, and tables have to be at least a meter apart.<br />Now, there are bars and clubs where the waiters introduce people who are looking for dates.<br />These places will only be allowed to take in a limited number of customers.<br />The health authorities are advising people to make extra sure they follow the guidelines so that the virus doesn't spread and we have to return to level two.<br />Back to you, Conn-young.<br />Our Choi Jeong-yoon out at Seoul's bustling Hongdae neighborhood on this first Friday night under level one distancing. Thanks, Jeongyoon.<br />
