8,150 loaves of Seoul bread go to low-income residents ahead of Liberation Day

The Seoul Metropolitan Government and bakery Koryodang distributed 8,150 loaves of Seoul Bread to low-income and elderly residents ahead of Liberation Day on August 15. This date commemorates South Korea's 1945 liberation from Japanese colonial rule. In addition to the bread, the city presented thank you boxes containing Seoul Bread and Seoul-branded items to 25 low-income veterans and their families in five neighborhoods.

Koryodang, established in 1945, collaborated with the city to create Seoul Bread. In April, the bakery introduced a reduced-sugar red bean bun and a butter-free whole wheat loaf, which have collectively sold over 90,000 units. Under a brand-use agreement, Koryodang allocates a portion of its sales revenue to support social contribution programs, including the present donation.

The bread will be available at food markets open to low-income residents until the end of the year. These markets function on an individual point system, allowing residents to select items within their allotted points, rather than requiring a traditional first-come, first-served line-up for food distribution. Currently, four food markets run by the city facilitate these distributions, with plans to establish a fifth market.

At a ceremony held at the Seoul Station storehouse on Friday, officials marked the distribution event.