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The Echoes of March 1st, 1919, Resound in Seodaemun      The 106th anniversary of the March 1st Movement was commemorated with grandeur at Seodaemun Independence Park and the Seodaemun Prison History Museum.  This historic event, hosted by Seodaemun District and its mayor, Lee Sung-heon, was a powerful reminder of Korea’s fight for independence and a celebration of its enduring spirit of freedom..

The Korean Tradition 2025. 3. 1. 15:20

Welcoming the Lunar New Year with Traditional Festivities in Seoul          As the first full moon of the lunar year approaches, Seoul is gearing up for a vibrant celebration of Jeongwol Daeboreum, one of Korea’s three major traditional holidays. Marking the beginning of the year with customs meant to ward off misfortune and bring health and prosperity, various districts in the city are hosting ..

The Korean Tradition 2025. 2. 8. 12:25

Korean Traditional Performances  2025 Lunar New Year Concert to Be Held          The Ministry of Culture, Sports, and Tourism has announced that the highly anticipated "2025 Lunar New Year Concert" will take place at 4 PM on February 5th at the Haeoreum Theater of the National Theater of Korea in Jung-gu, Seoul.  This grand event will feature an array of performances by some of Korea’s most pres..

The Korean Tradition 2025. 2. 4. 13:38

New Ways to Enjoy Tteokguk During the New Year Holiday    In Korea, celebrating the Lunar New Year isn’t complete without a steaming bowl of tteokguk (rice cake soup). This time-honored tradition is deeply rooted in Korean culture, symbolizing renewal, longevity, and good fortune. There is even a saying that eating a bowl of tteokguk adds a year to one’s age, reinforcing its significance as a di..

The Korean Tradition 2025. 1. 30. 12:04

Traditional Korean Games of Lunar New Year  Preserving Heritage Through Play (Inspired by Squid Game 2)                          The hit Netflix series Squid Game 2 has once again turned the spotlight onto Korea's rich cultural traditions, sparking global curiosity about traditional Korean games. While the show’s portrayal of these games is often high-stakes and dramatic, their real-life origins..

The Korean Tradition 2025. 1. 27. 10:03

The Winter Tradition of Korean Barbecue : Nanrohoe           Beef has always been considered a delicious food, but its flavor reaches its peak in winter. This belief has been echoed through generations, including a story shared by an expert on Seoul's traditional cuisine.  They noted that cattle fed on grain after the autumn harvest produced the most flavorful beef, making winter the prime seaso..

The Korean Tradition 2024. 12. 29. 17:25

Korean Traditional Jang Culture   Recognized as UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage                  In a remarkable achievement for Korean culinary heritage, the traditional practice of jang making—encompassing fermented soybean-based pastes and sauces like doenjang, ganjang, and gochujang—has been officially inscribed on UNESCO's Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Human..

The Korean Tradition 2024. 12. 8. 14:39

Encountering Korean Folk Art and K-pop  A Fusion of Traditional and Contemporary Art             The special exhibition “A World You’ll Fall in Love With at First Sight” currently on display at Gyeonggi Provincial Museum in Ansan, South Korea, highlights a unique convergence between traditional Korean folk art (minhwa) and contemporary K-pop-inspired art. Open until February 23rd next year, the ..

The Korean Tradition 2024. 11. 24. 12:42