Busan: Najeonchilgi Mother-of-Pearl Craft Class & Korean Tea Ceremony
✔ Authentic Korean traditional craft experience in Busan
✔ Make your own Mother-of-Pearl Lacquerware (Najeonchilgi)
✔ Beginner-friendly workshop with expert guidance
✔ Learn Korean culture through a hands-on experience
✔ Take home a unique handmade souvenir
✔ Enjoy a Traditional Korean Tea Ceremony
🎎Learn from Artisan Heritage🎎
Discover traditional techniques inspired by Korea’s intangible cultural heritage while creating a unique piece with expert guidance
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Product Info
A 60-minute hands-on Najeonchilgi (Korean mother-of-pearl lacquer) class with a traditional Korean tea ceremony, run by SayItGil Busan in Yongho-dong, Nam-gu, Busan.
You will make your own mother-of-pearl keyring, hand mirror or bookmark and take it home as a one-of-a-kind Busan souvenir.
The program was developed with technical advice from Najeonchilgi master craftsman Park Jung-gon.
No experience needed. Classes are in English and Korean. Indoor activity, so it works on rainy days too. Groups are welcome.
(Japanese and Chinese materials are provided on-screen.)
Location: SayItGil Busan, 2F, 119 Dongmyeong-ro, Nam-gu, Busan.
Listen to a brief explanation of the mother-of-pearl inlay process.
Anyone can easily participate in creating beautiful mother-of-pearl lacquerware.
Enjoy the fragrant tea served in a traditional teacup.
What You Can Expect
Purchase Notice
*Refund Policy*
Free cancellation is available up to 48 hours before your scheduled reservation. Cancellations made within 48 hours are non-refundable.
For any inquiries, please contact us at [email protected]
Surcharge(s)
GOOD TO KNOW
Additional 5,000 KRW : Hand Mirror, Business Card Case, Grip Tok, Pill Holder
Additional 20,000 KRW: Coaster
Reminders
A minimum of 2 traveler(s) are required for the tour to depart. If the number of participants does not reach the minimum requirement, the tour will be canceled. An email regarding tour cancellation will be sent 2 day(s) before the departure date
How to Use
How to Use Your Voucher
- Please present the e-voucher on-site
Experience Location
Location Name: 사잇길 부산
Address: 대한민국 부산 남구 동명로 119, 2층
Monday 10:00–18:00
Tuesday 10:00–18:00
Wednesday 10:00–18:00
Thursday 10:00–18:00
Friday 10:00–18:00
Saturday 10:00–18:00
Sunday 10:00–18:00
FAQ
1. What is the proper etiquette for participants during the Korean Tea Ceremony in Busan?
During the traditional Korean Tea Ceremony, participants are encouraged to observe polite manners. This includes maintaining a calm demeanor, handling tea utensils with care, and savoring the tea mindfully. Guests typically receive tea from the host and express gratitude. The ceremony emphasizes respect, harmony, and a quiet appreciation of the moment, with expert guidance provided.
2. What types of traditional Korean tea are typically served during a Busan tea ceremony experience?
While the specific tea may vary, traditional Korean tea ceremonies often feature green tea (nokcha), which holds significant cultural importance in Korea. Other possibilities include various herbal teas or fermented teas, each selected for its unique flavor and cultural relevance. The selection aims to offer an authentic taste of Korean tea traditions.
3. What is the typical process and steps involved in the Korean Tea Ceremony at the Busan Traditional Craft Experience?
The Korean Tea Ceremony at the Busan Traditional Craft Experience involves several steps focusing on mindfulness and appreciation. It typically begins with welcoming guests, followed by the careful preparation and pouring of tea by the host. Participants observe the brewing, appreciate the aroma, and then slowly enjoy the tea. The process encourages quiet contemplation and interaction, guided by an expert.
4. What specific Mother-of-Pearl Lacquerware (Najeonchilgi) items can be created during the Busan craft experience?
During the Najeonchilgi craft experience in Busan, participants can choose to create their own unique mother-of-pearl keychain, bookmark, or hand mirror. These items are perfect for learning the traditional techniques and taking home a personalized, handmade souvenir, with expert guidance provided for all skill levels.
5. How long does the entire Busan Traditional Craft Experience, including the Najeonchilgi workshop and tea ceremony, typically last?
The Busan Traditional Craft Experience combines both the Mother-of-Pearl Lacquerware workshop and the Korean Tea Ceremony. This integrated program is designed as a hands-on cultural immersion. While the precise duration can vary depending on individual pace and the specific session, participants typically engage in both activities in one comprehensive experience with expert guidance.
6. Is the Mother-of-Pearl Lacquerware (Najeonchilgi) workshop in Busan suitable for beginners with no prior craft experience?
Yes, the Mother-of-Pearl Lacquerware (Najeonchilgi) workshop is explicitly designed to be beginner-friendly. Participants receive expert guidance throughout the process, ensuring that even those with no prior craft experience can successfully create a unique piece. It's a hands-on opportunity to learn traditional techniques inspired by Korea’s intangible cultural heritage.
7. Where is the Busan Traditional Craft Experience with Najeonchilgi and tea ceremony located, and how accessible is it?
The Busan Traditional Craft Experience is located near Oryukdo in Yongho-dong, Busan. This area is known for its scenic beauty, featured even in BTS Jimin’s “Bangtan Log.” Its location makes it a convenient and unique addition to an Oryukdo and Igidae sightseeing itinerary, suggesting it is generally accessible for tourists exploring Busan.
8. What cultural insights and tangible souvenirs can participants expect to gain from the Busan Najeonchilgi and Korean Tea Ceremony?
Participants will gain insight into Korea’s intangible cultural heritage by learning traditional Najeonchilgi techniques from artisan heritage. They'll also experience the cultural norms and significance of a Korean Tea Ceremony. As a tangible souvenir, participants will take home their self-created mother-of-pearl item, such as a keychain, bookmark, or hand mirror, crafted with expert guidance.
