Busan: Najeonchilgi Mother-of-Pearl Craft Class & Korean Tea

1 hour (approximately)
Offered in: English

Step into the heart of Korean tradition with a uniquely immersive cultural experience in Busan! Led by a friendly local host, you’ll start by handcrafting your very own iridescent Mother-of-Pearl (Najeonchilgi) keepsake—like a key ring or compact mirror—in just about an hour, no prior skills needed. Afterward, unwind with a tranquil Korean tea ceremony and dive into fun traditional folk games like Ddakji and Yutnori. It’s not just a workshop; it’s a soul-soothing journey where you get to create, connect, and take home a one-of-a-kind treasure from Korea.

What's Included

Coffee and/or Tea
Standard Options Included: Keyring, Bookmark
Optional Upgrades:+KRW 5,000: Pocket Mirror, Card Holder, Phone Grip, Pill Box +KRW 20,000: Coaster +KRW 70,000: Jewelry Box

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

SayItGil Busan — 2F, 119 Dongmyeong-ro, Nam-gu, Busan. Please check the entrance photos and come to the second floor *The sign at the entrance says “해달” (Haedal)* If you cannot find the entrance, contact us through the platform where you booked.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What to expect

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.
Location: SayItGil Busan, 2F, 119 Dongmyeong-ro, Nam-gu, Busan.

Additional info

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Supplied by Say It Gil Busan

Tags

Cooking Classes
Craft Classes
Food & Drink
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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