From May 5 to May 8, you are all invited to join the 2016 Edition of the Hanji Culture Festival in Jeonju. This year marks the 20th anniversary of this important cultural event, and HanjiNaty will be there to part take in the festivities.
This year, May 6 (Friday) has exceptionally been declared 'national holiday' in Korea, so we are hoping that this nice 4-day weekend will be the occasion for many visitors and tourists to come and enjoy what the Festival has to offer!
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| Map of the 2016 Jeonju Hanji Festival site |
The main stage (section 1)
This year, many performances will take place on the 'Culture Stage'. The most important events scheduled for the Festival will be held on this main stage, including the opening and closing ceremonies, and the award ceremony for the winners of the National Hanji Craft Contest.
On Thursday night (May 5), the popular Hanji paper Fashion show will be presented. Models will be walking down the runway wearing amazing garments made of Hanji paper.
Friday evening (May 6), a show featuring numerous costumes made of Hanji will also be presented on the Festival main stage.
Throughout the Festival, many various musical and dance performances are also scheduled, including a Big Band, a belly dancing show, and traditional Korean music and dance performances.
Hands-on activities (section 2)
The second section will be dedicated to hands-on activities, featuring the star of the Festival : Hanji paper! The section located next to the Hanji Support Industry Center will be filled with activities and crafts that will enchant the little ones, and their parents as well.
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| The HanjiNaty is circled in red on the Open Market map |
Different booths will be set up to give the visitors the occasion to do Hanji crafts, and to create different items (lamps, dolls, pencil cases, etc.). Prices vary depending on the project you wish to tackle.
Hanji Open Market (section 3)
The Hanji Open Market will be located between the main stage and the Cultural Center this year. That's where you can find HanjiNaty!
The Hanji Open Market is the perfect place to find handmade gifts made of Hanji paper, including stationery, deco items, accessories, clothing, souvenirs, etc.
You can also purchase high-quality Hanji paper (made in Korea) in the Open Market.
Cultural Center (section 4)
In the Cultural Center building, visitors are invited to see the winners of the National Hanji Craft contest's amazing work. The exhibit is held on the 3rd floor, and is always worth a visit. Trust me!
We will be there!
HanjiNaty will be there for the four days of the Festival, to sell our handcrafted jewelry, accessories, and deco items.
In our booth, visitors will find a wide variety of handmade earrings, necklaces and brooches, along with handmade Hanji headbands, hair pins and hair ties. Other small items will also be for sale, including magnets, key chains, and phone pendants. A nice selection of coasters, pen holders and plates will also be available.
We really hope to see you there!
How to get to the Jeonju Festival :
Information in Korean : http://jhanji.or.kr/bbs/board.php?bo_table=main01_04
