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In this research the phenomenon of the growing interest in heritage tourism emblemizing history and the past in regions holding modern cultural heritage is observed. Modern cultural heritage, having been formed from the opening of Korean ports(1870s) until the obtaining of independence(mid-20th century), can be described as the cultural and historical output connecting Korea’s medieval and modern times. At the beginning, modern cultural heritage was regarded as negative, being a part of the shameful episode in Korean history (Japanese colonial era) that was intended to be hidden. As for the present, it has come into the spotlight as a unique fusion of traditional and occidental cultures, becoming a popular tourist attraction. Therefore, taking the phenomenon mentioned above, in this study the concept and the value change of modern cultural heritage, and Korean and foreing preceding researches on modern cultural heritage were examined. Furthermore, this study theorizes that the application of cultural memory, nostalgy, authenticity, landscape etc from a touristic point of view is possible, taking modern cultural heritage as an object. Providing basic data and scientific foundation for further researches on modern cultural heritage in the field of tourism is also a purpose of this study.