King Sejong's Favorite 'Buncheong Ceramics', Experience It in Gimhae!

[Asia Economy Yeongnam Reporting Headquarters Reporter Lee Seryeong] The 27th Gimhae Buncheong Ceramic Festival will be held from the 21st to the 30th at the Gimhae Buncheong Ceramic Museum area in Jinrye-myeon, Gimhae-si, Gyeongnam.

This festival, held normally for the first time in four years due to the impact of COVID-19, will be conducted under the theme "Buncheong, the ceramics loved by Sejong."

At the festival site, visitors can purchase works created by national masters from over 80 local pottery companies, and participate in eco-friendly festival events promoting the use of environmentally friendly products and practicing carbon neutrality.

Events include ▲demonstrations of ceramic production using 3D printers ▲outdoor (Raku) kiln firing experience ▲the 2nd Our Family Ceramic Making Contest ▲family clay stacking competition ▲and a plating contest combining ceramics and cuisine.

There will also be a public auction where Buncheong ceramics fired in traditional kilns can be purchased at affordable prices, and the 8th Gimhae Ceramic Tableware Exhibition for table settings using Buncheong ceramics.

The festival operates from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. on weekdays and until 8 p.m. on weekends.

For detailed event schedules and information, please refer to the Gimhae Buncheong Ceramic Festival website or contact the Gimhae Pottery Association or the Tourism Division of Gimhae City Hall.

An official from the city stated, "This will be an opportunity to experience the diversity of Buncheong ceramics and fully enjoy the beauty of Buncheong blossoming in everyday life."

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