Seoul(Jung-gu) , Seoul City Hall・Gwanghwamun

Jungdong Culture Festival brings an autumn ambience to Jeongdong-gil, Jung-gu, Seoul. The festival is a main event in Seoul, and connects traditional Korea to the present.During the festival, the traditional craft center will host performances and exhibits in the Jeongdong-gil, the heart of the downtown area.


Seoul(Nowon-gu)

This galbi restaurant is located in Taereung where the popular dish, Taereung Pork Galbi originated. The restaurant is equipped with their original charcoal roasters that release less smoke and smell when grilling pork or beef galbi at the table.


Seoul(Jung-gu) , Euljiro・Chungmuro・Namsan

Located in Jung-gu, Seoul, Namsangol Hanok Village will be hosting the 'Moonlight Fire Show, Daeboreum' event on February 22, 2016 from 17:00 to 19:00. Burning daljip, cracking bureom, and other seasonal customs related to Jeongwol Daeboreom will be offered for participants to enjoy.


Seoul(Seocho-gu) , Gangnam・Samseongdong(COEX)

‘Saturday Premium Performance’ takes place 50 times this year from January 7 through December 29. Seventeen different kinds of programs consisting of traditional music, dance, and singing performances will be performed throughout the year. Nine programs are suitable for people who have never experienced Korean traditional performing arts before. They consist of court music, solo performances, solo court music performances, traditional dance, folk dance, and play. These nine programs will be staged 38 times total.There will also be six masters’ programs comprised of performances of the maestros of Gugak (Korean traditional music), traditional dance, and play. Each program will be performed only once. Two intangible cultural asset programs also will be performed, consisting of Korean intangible cultural assets that have been added to the UNESCO Intangible Heritage List. They will be performed three times each.Whether you are new to Gugak or an avid lover of Gugak, the Saturday Premium Performance offers performances for everyone.


Seoul(Jongno-gu) , Insadong・Jongnon

The Seoul Dance Festival is held in every autumn and is considered the biggest dance festival in Korea, drawing the participation of famous dancers and a range of newcomers. During the festival, there will be a variety of events for festival visitors both on and off the stage.


Seoul(Jongno-gu)

Jogyesa Temple is the headquarters of the Korea Buddhist Jogye Order. It offers opportunities to learn about Buddhism. Temple stay programs are designed to accommodate foreign visitors traveling from abroad.


Seoul(Jongno-gu)

The Three Musketeers (musical) runs simultaneously at Sejong Center for the Performing Arts in Seoul and at Tokyo International Forum Hall in Japan. The simulataneous performance, which have never been done before, sets the standard for other shows looking into overseas expansion. The Three Musketeers continues to gain success and recognition in Korea as well as overseas with its talented cast and impressive performances. 


Seoul(Mapo-gu)

The general store area sells bags and other unique modern accessories made of fabrics used in Korean traditional accessories. Tu-joues Café serves Korean traditional beverages. Last but not least, the Tu-joues Gallery is where local artists display their collection of crafts on the fifth day of every month. The crafts on display are available.


Seoul(Jongno-gu)

Beautiful palaces have great value as the nation's precious tangible and intangible heritage.Combined with state-of-the-art technology and the artistic touches, Royal Culture festival will be held for the first time at the Four Palaces, Jongmyo and Seoul City Wall.On a beautiful day in May, feel the excitement of spring with an unforgettable experience by joining a program, featured in one of the beautiful palaces.


Seoul(Jongno-gu) , Insadong・Jongnon

Located at the Jongno-bound entrance of the Insa-dong main street in Jongno-gu, Seoul, Insa Gallery specializes in Korean traditional mother-of-pearl lacquer crafts. Popularly known as “Najeonchilgi” in Korean, the term, which refers to mother-of-pearl lacquer crafts, is shared in Korea, Japan, and China through Chinese characters. Various decorative items are embellished with mother-of-pearls and lacquered in various colors and glazes. Insa Gallery sells all kinds of mother-of-pearl lacquer crafts, including jewelry boxes, picture frames, plates, name card cases, hand mirrors, key chains, and other portable accessories. The products on sale range from traditional motifs to modern designs, such as wine stand. The store also carries specialized Korean tourism products that make for great gifts or collector’s items. Located on the first floor of Daeil Building, Insa Gallery is part of the shopping mall “Insa Korea,” which houses a number of stores specializing in traditional products. Thus, when locating Insa Gallery, visitors might find the address alone confusing. First, enter the shopping mall and look straight ahead toward the end of the central hallway, and you will find the store filled with glittering mother-of-pearl lacquer products.