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Korean Cultural Center in Sweden (Koreanskt Kulturcenter, KKC) is pleased to present "Shamanic Sensibility of Gayageum (가야금의 巫감각화)", taking place at Konserthuset Grünewaldsalen on Thursday, 7 May at 18:00.    This special performance, marking the 3rd anniversary of the Korean Cultural Center in Sweden, brings together traditional Korean sounds and contemporary sensibilities, offering audiences a deeply immersive and resonant experience.  - Date: Thursday, 7 May - Time: kl.18.00 - 19.30 - Venue: Konserthuset Grünewaldsalen (Hötorget 8, Stockholm) - Ticket booking: Free admission (reservation required)   https://shorturl.at/1W2ru

In 2026, KKC presents four seasonal themes to rediscover the enduring values of Korean culture. 01. ROOT: Our Foundation | MAR–MAY.2026 We look into the foundational elements of Korean culture. By revisiting traditions passed down through generations, we trace the starting point of our heritage. APR 9 | Lecture: Where does this food come from? o Topic: Insightful lecture on Korean Temple Food. o Audience: Food-related professionals o Location: Korean Cultural Center APR 10 | Lecture: Where does this food come from? o Topic: Insightful lecture on Korean Temple Food. o Audience: General public o Location: Korean Cultural Center APR 16-MAY 28 | Border – Gyuhan Lee Solo Exhibition o Topic:  Working with familiar brand packaging and readymades, he dismantles fixed meanings and rework them as light art that explores Korean roots. o Location: Korean Cultural Center APR 17 | Lecture: Understanding Korean culture through K-POP Demon Hunters, K-pop, and Korean popular culture. o Topic: Decoding Historical DNA and Cultural empathy on K-Culture contents o Location: Stockholm University APR 18 | Lecture: Understanding Korean culture through K-POP Demon Hunters, K-pop, and Korean popular culture. o Topic: Decoding Historical DNA and Cultural empathy on K-Culture contents o Location: Korean Cultural Center APR 18 | Stockholm Culture Night (Kulturnatt Stockholm) o Main Program: Border – Gyuhan Lee Solo Exhibition o Special: GOSA Performance, Korean Paper Lantern Workshop o Location: Korean Cultural Center MAY 07 | Shamanic Sensibility of Gayageum o Performance: A profound musical journey with traditional Korean musical instrument Gayageum. o Location: Konserthuset Stockholm From March to May, our focus lies on the 'ROOT' of Korean culture. We invite you to join us in exploring the very foundation of our heritage.

Four Perspectives on Korean Culture: ROOT | PULSE | NARRATIVE | CIRCULATION In 2026, KKC presents four seasonal themes to rediscover the enduring values of Korean culture. 01. ROOT (MAR–MAY.2026) Root: Our Foundation We explore the foundational elements of Korean culture. By revisiting traditions passed down through generations, we trace the starting point of our heritage. 02. PULSE (JUN–AUG.2026) Pulse: Constant Energy We invite you to the heart of today’s K-culture. Experience the vibrant energy of Korea through festivals held across Sweden. 03. NARRATIVE (SEP–NOV.2026) Narrative: Layered Stories We focus on the diverse stories of Korea. From film and literature to the stage and gallery, we explore unique narratives that transcend different media. 04. CIRCULATION (DEC.2026–FEB.2027) Circulation: Continuity of connection A time to reflect on the year and prepare for a new start. We open a space for connection where people, brought together by culture, can meet and engage. Exhibitions · Festivals · Film · Performances We hope our programs provide an opportunity to discover new perspectives on Korean culture.

Be the Core of Korean Culture. Koreanskt Kulturcenter (KKC) is excited to announce the launch of THE CORE, a new membership-based community. If you have a genuine love for Korean culture and are looking for a place to connect with like-minded people, this is your invitation to join us. What is THE CORE? THE CORE is a vibrant community designed for those who want to do more than just watch. It is a space to engage deeply, share your skills, and lead your own cultural gatherings within the KKC. Membership Benefits: What’s inside the [  ] ▪︎ Core [Pass] | Priority Access: Get closer to our top performances and events with priority invitations and exclusive access to last-minute seats. ▪︎ Core [Hour] | Space & Fika: Once a month, the KCC opens its doors just for you. Use our center as your private workspace or library while enjoying a Korean-style fika. ▪︎ Core [Action] | Backstage Support: Become an active contributor. Use your professional talents—like photography, translation, or event management—to help us bring K-culture to life. ▪︎ Core [Session] | Member-led Gatherings: Lead the way! Whether it’s a book club, movie night, or language café, we provide the space and support for your own member-led sessions. ▪︎ Core [Bord] | Year-end Meeting: Reflect on the year’s journey and celebrate with fellow members at our exclusive year-end gala. Recruitment Details ▪︎ Who: Anyone residing in Sweden with a genuine interest in Korean culture. ▪︎ Commitment: Active participation in at least 2 CORE [Action] projects per year. ▪︎ Application Period: Until 22 March 2026 ▪︎ How to Apply: Click the link below to start your journey: https://forms.office.com/e/B0y0UfdLhw   *Members will be selected based on the information provided in the application ▪︎  Questions and inquries: sujin.kim@kkultur.org 

The Korean Cultural Center in Sweden will present three programs on Korean Temple Food in Stockholm in November 2025. The series is designed to introduce the philosophy, culinary traditions, and sustainability principles of Korean temple cuisine to Swedish audiences and industry professionals. This year’s programs will feature Venerable Beop Song and Chef Oh Kyungsoon.
Venerable Beop Song, the abbot of Youngseonsa Temple and former instructor of the Temple Food curriculum at Le Cordon Bleu London, will lead the Baru Gongyang experience on November 25.
Chef Oh Kyungsoon, owner-chef of “Doosugobang” and a leading researcher of traditional Korean plant-based cuisine, will present a live cooking demonstration and tasting on November 26, showcasing dishes adapted to locally available ingredients. A separate professional hands-on seminar exploring the principles and applications of temple cuisine will also be held. Please find the full program details below. Program 1. Baru Gongyang Experience ▪ Date & Time: Tuesday, 25 November 2025, 17:30–18:30 / 19:00–20:00 (two sessions) ▪ Venue: Mezzanine, Koreanskt Kulturcenter (Kungsholmsgatan 23, 112 27 Stockholm) ▪ Led by: Venerable Beop Song ▪ Language: Korean–English interpretation ▪ Program: Introduction to the rituals and order of Baru Gongyang, recitation of the Five Contemplations, mindful plant-based temple meal with short meditation and breath-led pacing, zero-waste closing ritual ▪ RSVP: https://www.eventbrite.se/e/1967728474838?aff=oddtdtcreator Program 2. Live Cooking & Tasting Event ▪ Date & Time: Wednesday, 26 November 2025, 17:30–20:00 ▪ Venue: 3F, Koreanskt Kulturcenter (Kungsholmsgatan 23, 112 27 Stockholm) ▪ Led by:Chef Oh Kyungsoon × Chef Um Janghyun ▪ Language: Korean–English interpretation ▪ Program: Welcome Korean tea & short introductory video, live cooking demonstration of key dishes, four-course tasting based on temple-style plant-based cuisine, Q&A with traditional Korean alcoholic beverages and tea ▪ RSVP: https://www.eventbrite.se/e/1967742413529?aff=oddtdtcreator Program 3. Professional Hands-on Seminar ▪ Date & Time: Wednesday, 26 November 2025, 17:30–19:30 ▪ Venue: 3F, Koreanskt Kulturcenter (Kungsholmsgatan 23, 112 27 Stockholm) ▪ Led by:Chef Oh Kyungsoon × Chef Um Janghyun ▪ Language: Korean–English interpretation ▪ Program: Discover the philosophy and culinary artistry of Korean temple cuisine through hands-on vegetarian cooking with seasonal, local ingredients. The experience includes a conversation and shared meal with a Buddhist monk for meaningful cultural insight. ▪ RSVP: This program is by invitation only. Professionals working in the food-service sector — including chefs, culinary students, and those involved in menu development—who wish to participate are invited to email their name, affiliation, and job title to rsvp@kkultur.org. A private RSVP link will be provided upon confirmation.

The Korean Cultural Center in Sweden will participate in the 2025 Göteborg Book Fair by operating a Korean literature promotion booth and hosting seminars with invited authors Bora Chung and Juhea Kim. Please refer to the details below for more information. Korean Literature Promotion Booth ▪ Dates: September 25 (Thu) - 28 (Sun), 2025 ▪ Hours: - 25 September (Thu): 09:00-18:00 - 26 September (Fri): 09:00-19:00 - 27 September (Sat): 09:00-18:00 - 28 September (Sun): 09:00-17:00 ▪ Venue: Booth C02:22 (1st floor of the exhibition hall), Svenska mässan (Mässans gata 10, Göteborg, Sweden) Author Seminars <Juhea Kim> ▪ Date & Time: September 26 (Fri), 2025, 17:00-17:45 ▪ Venue: Svenska mässan (Mässans gata 10, Göteborg, Sweden) ▪ Theme: Love in Hopeless Conditions <Bora Chung> ▪ Date & Time: September 27 (Sat), 2025, 11:00-11:45 ▪ Venue: Svenska mässan (Mässans gata 10, Göteborg, Sweden) ▪ Theme: Speculative Depicters of Society Seminars within the Korean Literature Promotion Booth <Seminar Hosted by the Korean Picture Book Publishers Association> ▪ Date & Time: September 25 (Fri), 2025, 15:00-15:45 ▪ Venue: Korean Literature Promotion Booth within the exhibition hall ▪ Theme: Various Ways Korean Picture Book Publishers Communicate with Readers through Picture Books <Seminar and Book Signing with Authors Juhea Kim and Bora Chung> ▪ Date & Time: September 27 (Sat), 2025, 15:00-16:00 ▪ Venue: Korean Literature Promotion Booth within the exhibition hall ▪ Theme: Korean Women's Voices in Global Literature

The Korean Cultural Center in Sweden is pleased to present the Guest Country Special Exhibition of the 2025 Stockholm Craft Week, “Our Home: Korean Craft Archive 2025.”  As the Guest Country Special Exhibition of Stockholm Craft Week, Sweden’s largest craft festival, this exhibition highlights the wide spectrum of contemporary Korean craft. A total of 21 Korean craft artists active in Korea, Sweden, the Netherlands, and beyond will participate, showcasing works across diverse media including furniture, objects, textiles, metal, and ceramics. Visitors are invited to freely explore the exhibition space and experience the works from multiple perspectives. For more details, please see the information below.  ▪ Dates: October 1 (Wed) – December 10 (Wed), 2025  ▪ Venue: Exhibition Hall, 1st Floor, Korean Cultural Center in Sweden (Stockholm)  ▪ Organized by: Korean Cultural Center in Sweden / Stockholm Craft Week  Opening Reception  ▪ Date & Time: October 2 (Thu), 2025, 17:30  ▪ Venue: Exhibition Hall “ON,” Korean Cultural Center in Sweden  ▪ Program: Serving of Korean tea & introduction of works by three Stockholm-based participating artists (Bosong Kang, Dain Lee, Bogil Lee)  ▪ RSVP Link: https://forms.gle/hLnkdv2H8ptwoTfW7  Participating Artists (21)  Seongil Choi, Byungju Cho, Hyunjee Jung, Yuri Jung, Heami Lee, Yoonjeong Lee, Dain Lee, Bogil Lee, Kwangho Lee, Namgwon Lyu, Hyunseok Sim, Studio Word (Kyuhyung Cho & Jungyu Choi), Jeonghwa Seo, Wonmin Park, Yeunhee Ryu, Hyunsung Kim, Junsu Kim, Nuri Kim, Chulan Kwak, Kappao Studio, Bosong Kang

The Korean Cultural Center in Sweden is pleased to present Four Corners: Korean Designers in Sweden, a group exhibition featuring four Korean designers who are actively working in Sweden. The exhibition will be held from 8 May to 29 August, 2025.  Bringing together works from the fields of automotive, fashion, product, and graphic design, Four Corners highlights the diverse and distinctive perspectives of each participating designer. All four are currently engaged at some of Sweden’s leading design studios: Polestar, Tiger of Sweden, Note Design Studio, and Stockholm Design Lab.  By showcasing their work, the exhibition explores the intersection of Korean and Swedish design cultures and envisions new opportunities for collaboration and creative exchange. We invite you to join us and discover this unique design dialogue.

Korean Cultural Center in Sweden (Koreanskt Kulturcenter) is hosting 'Imagine the Stories', an exhibition of Korean picture books, from February 17th to April 26th, following last year's successful exhibition. The exhibition, a unique collaboration with the Korean Picture Book Association, will showcase about 35 Korean picture books. These books are not just about stories but also serve as guides to various aspects of the Korean culture. They are a new breed of picture books crafted with innovative methods. Whether you're a child or an adult, you'll find picture books that perfectly suit your interests. Through our exhibition, visitors can expect to learn more about the Korean culture and learn about picture books.

We are pleased to announce the opening of our Special Korean Language Courses for Spring 2026. These courses are designed for learners of various levels, from complete beginners to intermediate learners, offering a combination of language learning and Korean culture. ■ Venue: Korean Cultural Center in Sweden ■ Application period: Until the start of each course ■ Class Levels & Schedule 1. Introduction to Hangeul •A beginner-friendly course for those who want to learn the Korean alphabet from the basics. •Tuesday 17:30 – 20:00 (April 14 – June 2) / 8 weeks, 24 class hours •Wednesday 17:30 – 20:00 (April 15 – June 3) / 8 weeks, 24 class hours *The Tuesday and Wednesday classes are separate groups covering the same course content. •Tuition: 1,000 SEK 2. Korean through Proverbs and Idioms •Learn natural and meaningful Korean expressions through proverbs and idioms. •Tuesday 17:30 – 20:00 (April 28 – May 26) / 5 weeks, 15 class hours •Tuition: 500 SEK 3. Korean through K-POP •Learn Korean in a fun and engaging way through K-POP lyrics and cultural content. •Monday 17:30 – 20:00 (April 27 – June 1) / 6 weeks, 18 class hours •Tuition: 500 SEK ■ How to apply •Please apply via the link below. https://forms.office.com/e/u32BM6gw6s

As part of the 2026 spring program theme, “ROOT: Our Foundation”, the Korean Cultural Center in Sweden has organized the lecture to explore the foundational elements of Korean culture through the lens of contemporary popular content.  Using the animation "K-Pop Demon Hunters" as a starting point, this lecture will examine how traditional Korean culture continues to shape contemporary K-content. The session will highlight elements such as shamanic beliefs, Hanbok’s five-color aesthetics, palace symbolism, traditional music, and warding-off-evil motifs, and how these cultural traditions influence the energy, rhythms, and collective sing-along culture of modern K-pop. This lecture offers a unique opportunity to gain a deeper understanding of the essence of Korean aesthetics and the cultural spirit behind familiar popular culture. Topic Understanding K-Culture through K-Pop Demon Hunters & Popular Culture Dates & Locations April 17 (Fri), 10:00–12:00, Stockholm University (For enrolled Stockholm University students only) April 18 (Sat), 14:00–16:00, Korean Cultural Center in Sweden (Open to the public) Registration To register, please visit the following link: https://forms.office.com/e/CbEf2B1M6G ※ Please note: The April 17 lecture is intended for Stockholm University students, and registration is being handled directly by Stockholm University. Members of the general public are kindly asked to register for the April 18 lecture. About the Speakers Prof. Dr. Jihae Oh Research Professor, K-Academic Diffusion Research Institute, Korea University Prof. Dr. Jihae Oh specializes in traditional Korean music and cultural content. Her work explores how traditional performing arts such as Pansori and folk arts continue to influence the rhythms, energy, and aesthetics of modern K-pop. Prof. Dr. Jean Park Research Professor, Center for Korean History, Korea University Prof. Dr. Jean Park is a specialist in Korean history who has long taught international students through Korean history and culture. Her lectures connect Korea’s traditions with contemporary cultural media such as K-dramas, films, cuisine, and everyday cultural symbols.

The Korean Cultural Center in Sweden is presenting a special lecture on Korean temple cuisine in April 2026 as part of the theme “ROOT: Our Foundation”, highlighting the deep roots of Korean food culture. The lecture, titled “Where Does This Food Come From?”, will introduce the history and philosophy of Korean temple cuisine, its ingredients and cooking methods, and the reasons why it is gaining global attention today. A tasting program will also be offered, allowing participants to experience the delicate and profound flavors of Korean temple food firsthand. The lecture will be led by Venerable Beopsong, head monk of Yeongseonsa Temple in Daejeon. Venerable Beopsong has actively promoted the traditions and spirit of Korean temple cuisine both domestically and internationally, and has also lectured on Korean temple food at Le Cordon Bleu in France and the UK. Through publications such as A Table with Nature, A Table with the Sea, and A Table with Roots, she has consistently introduced the philosophy and seasonality of Korean temple cuisine. We welcome the participation of anyone interested in traditional Korean food culture, well-being, and sustainable eating practices. Event Details K-kulturens anda: Introduktion till koreansk tempelmat  ▪Date & Time: April 9 (Thu) – 10 (Fri), 2026, 18:00–20:00  - April 9 (Thu): For professionals in food and dining industries  - April 10 (Fri): Open to the general public ▪Location: Korean Cultural Center in Sweden (Kungsholmsgatan 23, Stockholm) ▪Program:  - Lecture: Where Does This Food Come From?  - Tasting: Korean Temple Food Tasting ▪Registration: Please register in advance via the following link https://forms.cloud.microsoft/e/ViPb5JFacX