What is a goshiwon?
A goshiwon (고시원) is a very small room that can range from 26 to 39 feet along, which sometimes includes the bathroom. This small space always includes: a bed, a small wardrobe or shelf for clothes and items, a desk and a chair.
each goshiwon in Korea also has communal facilities: a kitchen with a cooker and microwave oven, a refrigerator and dishes, a washing machine with laundry detergent and a hanging area.
communal facilities
