First Lady Kim Hye-kyung Crafts Traditional Accessory with Foreign Youths

First Lady Kim Hye-kyung immersed herself in Korean tradition alongside foreign youths and influencers, participating in a 'norigae' making session. Donning a yellow hanbok, she expressed her appreciation for their dedication to sharing Korean culture.

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I express my respect for your sincerity and heart in striving to convey Korean culture.

The event, held at Mugyewon in Buam-dong, Seoul, brought together influencers from Vietnam, Estonia, and India, as well as honorary reporters from Korea.net representing China, Vietnam, Bangladesh, and Germany.

Kim encouraged the young participants to deeply feel the meaning and sincerity embedded in each accessory, hoping it would be a meaningful time to experience the beauty and value of Korean culture. She also invited them to share any thoughts or difficulties they encounter in promoting Korean culture, assuring them their feedback would be conveyed.

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I hope this will be a meaningful time to experience the beauty and value of our culture by directly feeling the meaning and sincerity embedded in each small decoration.

During the session, Kim herself crafted a norigae using pink and jade-colored jewels and pink tassels, creating her own unique piece. The article notes that the norigae-making process presented some challenges.

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If you have any thoughts about Korean culture or difficulties in conveying it, please feel free to share your opinions, and I will make sure to relay them.