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In Korea, the 15th January of the lunar calendar (Jongwoldaeborum), falling on February 24th this year, marks a folk holiday celebrated by the people. This day holds significance as it…
Jongwoldaeborum, the fifteenth day of the first lunar month, stands as a beloved folk celebration among Korean people, alongside Lunar New Year’s Day and Chusok (Harvest Moon Day). This tradition,…
In the rich culinary tradition cherished by the Korean people since time immemorial, Mung-bean jelly stands out as a revered national dish. Crafted through the meticulous process of boiling starch…
Rice cake is a distinctive traditional food in Korea. Throughout history, it has been a custom to make and eat rice cakes on special occasions such as holidays, birthdays, and…
In accordance with the wise and patriotic vision of our respected Comrade Kim Jong Un, it is our duty to actively uphold and carry forward the remarkable national traditions of…
For centuries, boiled cereals have been a staple in the Korean diet, while cereal cakes have been reserved for special occasions such as holidays, birthdays, and weddings. The practice dates…
The persimmon tree is a fruit tree that has been cultivated by our people for many centuries. Among the various regions in our country, the persimmons grown in the Anbyon…
Considering the natural and climatic features, Korean ancestors devised a method to pickle vegetables harvested in autumn so as to eat them for a long time from winter to next…
Janggu dance is one of the Korean nation’s excellent folk dances with a long history. Janggu, a national percussion instrument, has been used since Koguryo Kingdom (B.C. 277-A.D. 668). Originally,…
In this article you will find the History of Kimchi You will explore the nutritional values of Kimchi On the 3rd page you will find the recipe of the Whole Napa…
One of dishes typical to the Korean cuisine is barbecue. Especially, seasoned beef grilled over a charcoal fire is known to the world as one of the Korean people’s three…
Shuttlecock is one of the folk games played by Korean youth and children competing who plays shuttlecock with the feet more without dropping, showing smart tricks. It was played mostly…
Jumping seesaw is a unique folk game of Korea, in which two persons on both ends of a long plank on a wooden support in the middle jump up and…
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