What's up in Jeju

Sadly, today marks the final episode of 'What’s Up in Jeju'. Over the past 1 year and 8 months, we’ve explored the diverse charms of Jeju. Let’s take a look back at some of the best moments and highlights from our journey together!

A special day to exploring the island and showcasing distinctive villages in Jeju! Let’s head to Sanyang-ri, a small rural village located on the western side of Jeju Island. First, we’ll explore ‘Art Lab. Sanyang’, a creative complex that repurposes an old school building. Next, we’ll take a walk through ‘Sanyang Keunkot’, which lies within the lush Gotjawal forest zone. Lastly, we’ll take a look...

Today, we're visiting the 'My Dazzling Friends' exhibition. Meet the artworks created over the past year, both individually and together, by four close artist friends —a painter, a cartoonist, an illustrator, and a makeup artist!

The 'Tamna-guk Ipchun-gut' festival showcases various Jeju shamanic rituals performed to pray for prosperity and ward off misfortune in celebration of 'Ipchun (the beginning of spring)'. Welcome the New Year with us at the 'Tamna-guk Ipchun-gut' festival and join in wishing for new hopes together!

Today, we meet 89-year-old Jung Bumija, who has been making haenyeo diving suits for over 50 years. We will hear her life story and take a closer look at the history and craftsmanship of haenyeo diving suits.

A special day to exploring the island and showcasing distinctive villages in Jeju! Having ended last year at the westernmost point, I’ll start the new year by traveling to the small easternmost village of Jongdal-ri in Jeju. In Jongdal-ri, I’ll explore the history of Jeju’s first-ever salt flats and meet Chun-ok Kim, a haenyeo (female diver), to hear her life story.

Participate in the 'Yoga-filled Jeju Eco Camp,' which combines environmental lectures, meditation, and color yoga, and discover what makes yoga in Jeju so special. Give your body and mind a well-deserved rest through yoga and meditation —one of the most popular activities at vacation destinations!

Jeju Onggi (a traditional Korean earthenware pottery), made even more special using volcanic soil! Visit the 'Jeju Pottery Village' again to experience Jeju Onggi, purchase it directly, or enjoy traditional tea and sweets at 'Damhwahun,' where you can drink tea from Onggi.

Today, let's explore the public libraries across Jeju Island. From the small village library 'Hankyung Library', to the seaside 'Aewol Library', and finally to 'Halla Library', the largest library in Jeju. Let’s enrich our minds together while reading books in these wonderful libraries.

A special day to exploring the island and showcasing distinctive villages in Jeju! We head to Dongil-ri in Jeju to stroll along the coastal walking trail and enjoy a stunning sunset. Additionally, we learn about the traditional custom of "Daljip Burning" associated with Jeongwol Daeboreum. We'll also visit Gamjeo Café, a unique spot created by renovating an old sweet potato starch factory, as well...

Today, we are having a "Carrot Harvesting Experience" in Pyeongdae-ri, Gujwa-eup, Jeju. We’ll learn about Jeju carrots while harvesting them directly from the carrot fields and enjoy healthy carrot dishes made with fresh, in-season Jeju carrots.

Today, we introduce the Seonheul Grandma exhibition 'Daughters, Mothers, Grandmas, and Fantastic Gods'. Explore a special exhibition held across 11 art warehouses in Seonheul Village, showcasing the lives of 11 Jeju grandmothers with an average age of 85, told through their paintings of resilience and hardship.

Today, we're exploring the best spots in Jeju to enjoy the Christmas spirit! From the Teddy Bear Museum and the Weihnachten Christmas Museum to the Jeju Christmas Fair, 'Santa Watsuda,' let's get ready for a warm and festive Christmas in Jeju! 🎄✨

With the participation of 87 artists from 14 countries, the "2024 4th Jeju Biennale" will be held for 83 days until February 16 next year. Through this exhibition titled "The Drift of Apagi: The Way of Water, Wind, and Stars," we explore Jeju art.

A special day to exploring the island and showcasing distinctive villages in Jeju! Head to Sagye-ri, a popular destination among young people, and explore its landmarks, including Sanbangsan Mountain and Yongmeori Coast.

Visit '2024 Jeju International Citrus Expo' to explore activities such as the citrus dessert competition, mandarin picking experience, citrus quality contest, and citrus peel art. Enjoy the sweet and tangy taste of Jeju mandarins!

Today, we delve into the world of fine dining created with Jeju ingredients. Join us for an engaging conversation about Jeju cuisine with Chef Ko Ji-young.

We meet three unique foreigners living in Jeju: a Canadian who runs a publishing house in Seongsan, a Mexican who operates a Mexican restaurant in Moseulpo, and an American DJ who performs at events across Jeju.

A special day to exploring the island and showcasing distinctive villages in Jeju! Known as "Conan Beach" for its crystal-clear waters, Woljeongri is an outstanding spot. We’ll explore this popular tourist destination in the northeastern part of Jeju with a village elder.

We're going to visit the headquarters of "Hot Pink Dolphins," an organization that protects the Indo-Pacific bottlenose dolphins in Jeju, to learn about the dolphins of Jeju Island and the dolphin conservation efforts.

The 'Gosan Dodle Festival,' a multi-cultural event unfolding in the nature of Gosanri, features diverse programs such as music performances, exhibitions, interactive dining, and book talks, all created collaboratively by locals, businesses, and community members.

Today, we are visiting Seogwipo’s representative autumn festival, the '5th Seogwipo Eunkalchi (Silver Cutlassfish) Festival.' Join in activities such as participating in the cutlassfish auction, playing silver cutlassfish yutnori (traditional Korean game), creating a silver cutlassfish acrostic poem, and experiencing cutlassfish cooking, immerse yourself in the charm of delicious Jeju cutlassfish!

Today, we are visiting special places in Jeju themed around 'writing.' Exchange letters with an anonymous partner, transcribe books, and try writing some beautiful postcards too~

A special day to exploring the island and showcasing distinctive villages in Jeju! We're heading to Wollreong-ri Village in Jeju, which is famous for its cactus colony and the beautiful Wollreong Beach. We will also visit the house of the late Jin A-young, a victim of the Jeju April 3rd Incident, who was also known as the 'Cotton Cloth Grandmother.'

In celebration of Korea's Chuseok holiday, let us introduce some of Jeju's unique holiday dishes that you won't find in other regions, such as 'tteokgoim', 'goegiban', and 'jireumtteok' (떡고임, 괴기반, 지름떡).