KIMJANG:
The Aesthetics of
Sharing

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  • Science in Kimchi

    Science in Kimchi

    New nutritious substances and refreshing tastes initially lacking are created from organic acid and vitamins.

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  • World’s Stage

    World’s Stage

    Korea’s kimjang earned registration as the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity because of its universal value.

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  • kimjang

    kimjang

    “Kimjang” means making kimchi around this period for the whole family to enjoy kimchi all winter long.

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  • kimchi day

    kimchi day

    The nation finally determined “Kimchi Day” as a legal holiday in 2020. Our most proud cultural asset is now getting the recognition it deserves.

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Stories

Among all of the fermented vegetable dishes that exist in the world, why is kimchi so different in taste and appearance, and why has it become a special food linked to...

Making Good Kimchi Is a Nationwide Effort Korea’s most internationally recognized food, kimchi brings together ingredients from across the country. To make good kimchi...

In November of 1995, the “kimchi refrigerator,” a home appliance dedicated to storing kimchi, made its first appearance. The new refrigerator owed its introduction to ...

AESTHETICS OF SHARING

KOREA CONNECTED AND UNIFIED BY KIMCHI

For Koreans, kimjang means more than just preparing kimchi for the winter. Kimjang requires preparing enough kimchi in early winter to make it last throughout winter, but furthermore, it is a special seasonal event gathering families, neighbors, and friends to have fun and enjoy working together.

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CULTURAL HERITAGE

KIMJANG, INSCRIBED AS UNESCO INTANGIBLE CULTURAL HERITAGE OF HUMANITY

Kimjang, making large quantities of Kimchi to sustain Koreans through the long winter months, has been an essential part of preparing for the long harsh seasons.

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KIMCHI DAY

Korea also designated “Making Kimchi” as its national intangible cultural asset in 2017, and although one step behind, the nation finally determined “Kimchi Day” as a legal holiday in 2020. Our most proud cultural asset is now getting the recognition it deserves.

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COMMUNITY SPIRIT

By Tim Alper

In the recent years, kimchi has become the hottest fusion ingredient for cooks and foodies around the globe. This is partly due to its spicy flavor and pleasantly crunchy texture, not to mention its many health benefits.

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