Twenty-one students from Sajja Pittaya School embarked on an immersive Korean cultural experience on September 3, visiting the Korea Cultural Center (KCC) in Thailand. The educational field trip provided the students with hands-on opportunities to explore various aspects of Korean traditions and contemporary culture through interactive activities and exhibitions.
During their visit, the students explored the "Production Design: Scene Architects Build On-Screen World" exhibition, which is currently on display at the Korea Cultural Center. This exhibition offered them insights into the creative process behind Korean film and television production, showcasing how set designers and production teams create the visual worlds that audiences see on screen.
The cultural immersion experience included participation in traditional Korean games that have been enjoyed for centuries. Students tried their hand at Tuho, a traditional ring-tossing game where players attempt to throw wooden sticks into a narrow-necked jar. They also engaged in Ddakjichigi, a paper-flipping game similar to the Western game of milk caps, and Jegichagi, which involves keeping a colorful shuttlecock-like object aloft using only the feet, similar to hacky sack.
One of the highlights of the visit was the opportunity for students to wear hanbok, Korea's traditional clothing, and pose for photographs. This hands-on experience allowed them to appreciate the elegant design and cultural significance of Korean traditional dress while creating lasting memories of their cultural exchange.
The students also participated in a creative art activity, crafting Korean folk scroll paintings featuring a magpie and a tiger. These particular animals hold special significance as they appear in the popular animated series "KPOP Demon Hunters," connecting traditional Korean artistic elements with contemporary pop culture that resonates with younger audiences.
The Korea Cultural Center expressed enthusiasm about the educational visit, stating their sincere hope that this field trip experience would create wonderful and lasting memories for all the participating students. Such cultural exchange programs play a vital role in fostering international understanding and appreciation for Korean heritage among Thailand's younger generation.
