Why Korea Celebrates Buddha’s Birthday: A Local’s Guide
Buddha’s Birthday in Korea, falling on Sunday, May 24 this year, is a national public holiday celebrated with the spectacular […]
Traditional Culture
It’s your gateway to Korean traditional culture and art.
Decoding Korean Genealogy: Jokbo, Jongjung, and Chonsu
Jokbo (genealogy books) and Jongjung (clan organizations) are the foundational pillars of the traditional Korean kinship system, serving as meticulous
Guide to Korean Traditional Folk Music & Where to Hear It
Korean traditional folk music, known as Minsokak, is the expressive, dynamic, and deeply emotional sound of the common people, standing
The Art Inside Korean Won Banknotes
Korean banknote art features exquisite Joseon Dynasty masterpieces, ranging from symbolic royal screens to intricate true-view landscapes, transforming everyday currency
Jeong Seon & Chusa: Joseon Literati Painting Masterpieces
Decoding Joseon Literati Painting Masterpieces: Jeong Seon and Kim Jeong-hui Joseon literati painting masterpieces, known as Muninhwa, are not mere
Korean Martial Arts Guide: Taekkyeon and Taekwondo History
There is hardly anyone in the world who doesn’t know about Taekwondo (태권도). As a famous sport originating from Korea,
Discover Pungsokhwa : Masterpieces of Korean Genre Painting (Kim Hong-do & Shin Yun-bok)
Korean genre painting, widely known as Pungsokhwa (풍속화), is a revolutionary art form from the late Joseon Dynasty that authentically
Gukgung: Korean Traditional Archery History & Where to Try It
Every time the Olympics roll around, the world watches in awe as South Korean archers consistently sweep the gold medals.
Traditional Korean Calligraphy: Hanja to Hangul Evolution
Korean calligraphy, known as Seoye, is the traditional art of writing that evolved from early Chinese Hanja influences into a
Jeongwol Daeboreum: Burning Bad Luck Under the Full Moon
Jeongwol Daeboreum (정월 대보름) is Korea’s traditional festival celebrating the first full moon of the lunar year, serving as a