13 Jeju Island cultural life courses that will fill you with new inspiration

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The Yu Doo-ryong Art Museum, showcasing the architectural world of Itami Jun, known by his pseudonym, opened this November in Hanlim-eup, Jeju-do. Born as a Zainichi Korean, the architect Yu Doo-ryong, better known by his pseudonym Itami Jun, worked between Japan and Korea for over 40 years. He completed architecture that deepens the resonance with people by paying attention to nature and essence, especially the topography of the land and the 'song of the wind'. Known works include the Ark Church, Podohotel, and the Soopokseok Museum. Jeju Island was his second hometown, from which he drew a lot of inspiration from its wind, sky, earth, and sea. Adhering to Yu Doo-ryong's architectural philosophy, his daughter, architect Yu Mi-hwa, designed the museum. Like Yu Doo-ryong, who focused on the sound of the wind during his lifetime to construct his architectural world, the museum offers a more three-dimensional experience, featuring the sound of the wind that has passed through the surrounding hills and forests, the soft piano sounds inside the exhibition hall, and scents representing the ink and old paper from Yu Doo-ryong's study. The opening exhibition is currently underway, titled 'The Architect of the Wind, Itami Jun', where one can encounter his masterpieces that contemplate the relationship between nature and humans through photos, models, and drawings. After touring the exhibition, guests can enjoy tea at the tea lounge or spend time in thought at the library, watching the serene Jeju landscape in a quiet space.

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Lee Wal Jong Art Museum, established in 2013 by David Merkel and Han Man Won, is a monument reflective of the beauty akin to that of a simple Joseon white porcelain teacup, located next to Jeongbang Waterfall in Seogwipo, Jeju. Lee Wal Jong, resigning as a professor at Chugye University for the Arts in 1990, decided to settle in Seogwipo, Jeju, to dedicate himself to his craft under the theme 'The Middle Way of Jeju Life.' He planned the museum's internal space meticulously to ensure the visitor's movement smoothly connects from one section to another, illustrating the building's architecture through his ceramic work on display. The art museum, realized with the help of Swiss architect David Merkel and Han Man Won over approximately 2 years, opened its doors in 2013. It houses a children's art education room, pottery room, storage space on the first floor, a permanent exhibition room on the second floor, and Lee Wal Jong's studio and a tea room for guests on the third floor. Visitors can enjoy the view of Seogwipo's sea in front of the building's rooftop alongside his sculptures.

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Discovering Sculpture and Art in Nature. Jeju Museum of Contemporary Art, designed by Kim Seok-yoon, a Jeju native and architect working in Jeju, is located within the 'Jeoji Culture Artists' Village' in Hangyeong-myeon, Jeju City. Around 1999, a group of people gathered to expand the base of art in the Jeju area, leading to the creation of the 'Jeoji Culture Artists' Village.' Following a design competition in 2005, the 'Jeju Museum of Contemporary Art' was built in 2007 according to Kim Seok-yoon's design. Unlike other places in Jeju, known for tourism, this village has a unique atmosphere with its large scale and numerous museums and artists' studios gathered together. Despite being a tourist hotspot, it hasn’t commercialized like other places; instead, it's a community of artists nestled in nature, making it feel somewhat untouched. The building's exterior caught my eye immediately; from afar, it appeared to be made of wood, but upon closer inspection, it was basalt. Jeju basalt was processed into slabs and used as the building's external material, but not densely packed. Instead, one layer was placed, and the next was spaced out, allowing half of it to appear empty. This unconventional method of using stone, akin to bricklaying, felt novel. Spaces between the stones provided a sense of openness, with landscapes or people visible behind the wall, giving a comparatively light feeling to the typically heavy stone material. The entrance to the museum is reached via a long ramp, leading to two plan exhibition rooms operating as special exhibitions and one as a permanent exhibition. Unlike typical, boring museum layouts, the planning and special exhibition rooms offer a vertical movement experience that is engaging. The permanent exhibition room is structurally independent, easily accessible from the entrance hall. Exiting the exhibitions, visitors find themselves connected to a backyard lawn sculpture park. Besides, there are spaces for a one-pyeong museum, art shop, and cafe outside, allowing for relaxation after viewing the exhibitions.

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Jeju Provincial Museum of Art, 2009, by Gansam Architects. The structure draws you in from the front, flanked by large ponds which reflect the building, amplifying its spatial experience. The path through these ponds transitions you into the museum's domain, underlining the horizontal and vertical depth created by concrete pillars and beams. Inside, the exhibition rooms span two floors, including a dedicated memorial room for the modern Impressionist painter Jang Rie-Seok. The internal courtyard serves both as an open space and a venue for sculptural exhibitions. The layout facilitates a circular flow but allows selective viewing of exhibitions. Special exhibition and permanent rooms provide independent spaces, and the stairs, illuminated from above casting shadows, feature handrails integrated into the walls for a seamless design. Outdoors, there's a waterfront area, cafe, art shop, lawn, and walking paths, with additional paths behind the building to enhance the relaxation and leisure experience for visitors, including those not viewing the exhibits.

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제주도에서 안도 타다오 만나기. 3/3

본태박물관, 2012, 안도 타다오

본태박물관의 본태는 본래의 형태라는 뜻이며, 건축주가 평생 동안 수집한 조선시대 수공예품을 전시하기 위해 만든 박물관이다.

본태박물관은 이타미 준의 건물들과 가까이 있어서 전부 묶어서 하루에 가기 좋았다.

박물관에 전시되어 있는 내용을 보면 건축가는 세 개의 대안을 내놓은 것으로 보이는데, 현재 완성된 모습은 ‘L’자형 매스를 단차를 두고 구성하는 두 번째 안을 발전시킨 것이다.

세 번째 안은 두 번째 안보다 조금 더 틀어진 축을 가지고 있는데, 이 축은 산방산을 향한 경관 축과 일치한다.

‘옥황상제가 한라산의 봉우리를 뽑아 던진 것이다.’라는 설화가 있을 정도로 제주도에서 산방산이 가진 의미가 크기에 이를 반영한 것 같다.

이에 따라 본태박물관의 동선을 따라가다 보면 박물관의 여러 프레임에서 산방산이 들어오는 것을 알 수 있다.

박물관은 크게 전통 공예를 전시한 제1관과 현대미술을 전시한 제2관으로 나누어진다.

그러나 팜플렛을 받으면 3·4·5관도 있는 것을 알 수 있는데, 3·4·5관은 2017년에 건물을 하나 더 지으면서 확장된 것이다.

두 번째 사진에 있는 증축 건물은 안도 타다오가 설계한 것이 아니고, 지하 1층과 지상 1층으로 두 개층으로 이루어져 있다.

본태박물관은 중앙에 선형의 수공간을 두고 2개의 매스로 구성되어 있으며, 경사진 대지를 따라 한 층의 높이차를 두어 배치된다.

또한 산방산을 향해 축을 형성하여 방향을 틀어 배치된 것을 볼 수 있다.

두 개의 매스 모두 2층 규모로 이루어져 있으며, 제1관은 직각삼각형 매스 중앙에 직각삼각형 중정을 만들어 전시실들이 중정을 돌며 이어지는 것을 볼 수 있다.

제2관은 사각형 매스에 사각형 중정을 만들어, 제1관과 같이 ‘L’자 형태로 중정을 감싸는 전시실로 구성된다.

본태박물관은 전반적으로 긴 동선을 갖고 있었고, 산방산을 향하여 개구부와 창을 놓아 건물 곳곳에 지역성을 부여한 것을 볼 수 있다.

외부동선은 한층 높이의 레벨 차이가 나는 두 개의 전시관을 선형의 수공간 양쪽으로 길을 만들어 연결했으며, 전시관의 내부동선은 2층 규모의 건물을 계단으로 오르내리며 관람하도록 구성된다.

제1관은 빛이 작품을 따라 선형 창으로 들어오는 것을 볼 수 있었다. 지상 1층과 지하 1층의 창 모두 중정을 통해서 빛을 들여오는데, 1층의 창은 벽의 중앙에 있으며, 지하 1층의 창은 하단부에 있다.

2관을 보면 ‘L’자 형태 매스의 산방산 쪽에 있는 두 면은 커튼월로 구성 되어있고 중정이 위치해 있었으며, 처마와 가벽으로 직사광선을 차단한 것도 볼 수 있었다.

•위치 : 제주특별자치도 서귀포시 안덕면 산록남로 762번길 69

•운영시간 : 10:00-18:00

•입장료 : 성인 20,000원, 학생(초,중,고) 12,000원

•주차공간 : 미술관 앞 무료 주차장을 사용하면 됩니다.

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water itself

Artist Chang-Yeol Kim, represented by water droplets
Embracing the world of art as it is
Jeju Provincial Kim Chang-yeol Museum of Art.

Regardless of the season and weather, his
Water drops created by fingertips
Wet our hearts,
on a rainy or cloudy day
The best indoor space
where it will be


📍 883-5 Yonggeum-ro, Hallim-eup, Jeju-si, Jeju-si
⏳️Tuesday-Sunday 09:00 - 18:00 / Closed on Mondays

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A Human Encounter with Nature, Supungseok Museum Part 1 - Yoo Dong-ryong, better known under the pseudonym 'Itami Jun'. He is a Korean-Japanese architect who did not give up his Korean citizenship until just before his death. The name 'Itami Jun' is also said to have been created in a hurry to set up his own company in Japan. However, he borrowed the name of the airport he often hears when he travels between Korea and Japan. 'Jun' is an old friend, and it is said that if you read 'Yun' in Japanese by composer 'Ok-Yun Gil', it becomes 'Jun'. - He also left a saying, 'Architecture is about making life.' He argued that space necessarily affects people, and the author agrees with the teacher. Therefore, when preparing a space, it is necessary to prepare the space 'as precious as a person'. - This is the late work of Mr. Dongryong Dong. Water, Wind and Stone Museum. It is a museum in the 'Biotopia' complex. It does not, however, exhibit any works of art. Instead, these spaces display the natural elements 'water, wind, and stone' in the space. The unity of nature and space. Among them, the space we are introducing today is the 'Soo Museum'. - In order to come here, the author has been preparing hard for over a month. This is because, in order to reserve this exhibition on the Finx Biotopia website, it was necessary to make a reservation after waiting for the same time as on the day of watching university students. Only twice a day, only a dozen people are given the opportunity to experience this place. It was so difficult to make a reservation and only arrived here on time. - Looking at the photos, you can ask yourself, 'What kind of space is it? What kind of sentiment will you feel?' I finally set foot in the space I had been thinking about countless times in my head. - Heavy concrete and stone walls are a metaphor for stone walls that can be seen everywhere in Jeju. Walk around that heavy stone wall and enter the Sue Museum. The sky is displayed there. Water reflects the sky. The water is swayed thinly by the wind. Its shaking is rather 'water' and calmer than the state of water without fluctuations. The flickering of light hanging everywhere, the sunlight coming through the hole in the sky. I'm listening to the guide, but I can't hear anything. Just looking at it makes my heart swell. - In this space, as people move, humans become one with nature. By walking, a person meets the sky from the surface of the water. Through the light collected by the space, you can enjoy the intangible light with your eyes and your body. - Stories of the space that the teacher drew are gathered here. - Those who study space or who like space should definitely visit. It is also recommended for those who do not. - This is the #Supungseok Museum, a space that connects water to people. - Location _ Biotopia Supungseok Museum, 79, Sanroknam-ro 762beon-gil, Andeok-myeon, Seogwipo-si, Jeju-do - Parking available - Available hours _ 13:30, Part 1, Part 1, Part 2 [Refer to website for hours other than winter], Closed on Saturdays, Sundays and public holidays - Reservation _ Biotopia website - Fees _ General adults 25,000, disabled people 12500, Jeju residents 12500

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If you go to Jeju Island, I highly recommend visiting Haenyeo's Kitchen🍴. What is the sea to us? It's a kitchen, of course. At the Bukchon branch of Haenyeo's Kitchen, a special media art dining experience awaits, accompanied by unique docent explanations provided directly by the Jeju Haenyeo (female divers). Having been highly satisfied with my visit to the first branch, I found myself at the Bukchon branch, the second location. What set it apart was the media art surrounding the table, which could transport you deep under the sea or inside a cave, depending on the setting. The explanations were of the perfect length, not interrupting the meal, which was a nice touch. In such dining experiences, there's often a risk of the food quality not matching the impact of the space. However, Haenyeo's Kitchen seems to have caught two rabbits at once. In conclusion, it's perfect! Hurry up and book your flight to Jeju Island✈️

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[Seopjikoji Glass House]
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Seopjikoji, a narrow land that stretches toward the sea
Seopjikoji is a dialect of Jeju Island, meaning narrow, and 'seopji' is a geographical term and refers to land that stretches sharply in the shape of a beak toward the sea. From the name, it seems that you can feel the beauty of nature.

After starting from the entrance of Seopjikoji and walking for about 20 minutes enjoying the natural scenery, you will find the Glass House located at the end of it. Indeed, while climbing this road, the passage of time is forgotten for a moment.

This building was designed by architect Tadao Ando.
Tadao Ando values the harmony between exposed concrete and nature. That is why the Glass House can also find its characteristics. First of all, it feels like looking at a restrained modern sculpture rather than the perception that it is a simple building. Second, exposed concrete was used. The long exposed concrete wall does not express the entrance, and the first floor floor is designed 3.6m lower than the hill to emphasize the closedness so that the interior of the building cannot be judged. became It is designed with all-glass, and when you see the open sea and the building you feel while following the blocked wall, the sense of openness is truly amazing. This is also one of the characteristics of the movement design that Ando places importance on. Lastly, it is a shape that emphasizes harmony with nature.

It is said that Ando said this when designing this building. “I will keep the sunshine of Jeju as it is. We will embrace the sea of Jeju as it is. Finding the unity of human, nature, and space - such architecture is a wonderful architecture. Seopjikoji is a very attractive land.” In fact, the Glass House is in the shape of with arms outstretched toward the east on Seopjikoji Hill.
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When I first visited this place, I was amazed at the scale. The simplicity of the building gave it a sense of heaviness, and it was felt that the boring colors and shapes were for nature. It seemed that he did not want to take away the presence of the wide sea, the wind blowing over Seopjikoji, and the warm sunlight. Indeed, the desire to embrace nature was felt from the building. What is a well-built building?

I think the design for the place is the best design. The glass house built here should not go anywhere else. Design should be done only for the place and the nature there, and I think it is a good design if it harmonizes with each other and makes each other shine.
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location
-Phoenix Jeju, 46 Goseong-ri, Seongsan-eup, Seogwipo-si, Jeju-do
Main facilities
-First floor
Mint Cafe: Hours of operation 10:00~18:00
Mint Studio: 10:00~18:00 / Current exhibition: Jihyeun 'Camellia Jeju' (Glass Craft)
Mint Garden: 00:00~22:00 / There are facilities such as grand swing / wind shelter.
-Second floor
Mint Restaurant: 11:00~21:00 / 16:00~17:00 Break time / Last order 19:30
*Reservation required for window seat
*Lunch and dinner are divided based on break time.

All facilities allow you to comfortably view nature in Seopjikoji. If you visit with plenty of time and look around slowly, you can feel more things. I want you to walk slowly and look into the distance.

I put my eyes on it to show the scenery and nature as much as possible. I hope you get some satisfaction. So, I hope you all have a comfortable journey.

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Meeting Tadao Ando in Jeju Island. Among the buildings designed by Tadao Ando, a renowned architect from Osaka, Japan, known for his awards including the Pritzker Prize and his use of exposed concrete to harmoniously incorporate natural elements into his works, there are three on Jeju Island. These are the 'Genius Loci', constructed in 2008 and now known as the Yumin Art Nouveau Museum, the 'Glass House' which serves as a community facility and restaurant on Phoenix Island, and the 'Bonte Museum' completed in 2012.

Today, we introduce 'Genius Loci'. Like most of Ando's works, the exteriors prominently feature exposed concrete, giving a horizontal feel due to the relatively low height of the walls compared to their length. Before entering, it's hard to anticipate the interior space due to the long, horizontal exterior walls. Upon entry, a space without a ceiling surprises visitors, breaking the expectation of walls and ceilings existing together.

Beyond the ticket office, entering the garden reveals themes of Jeju's stones, wind, and women through three gardens. The first garden visitors encounter is a pile of basalt, known as the garden of stones, followed by the garden of women, where heaps of rocks form an oval-shaped area, and the garden of wind, encased by concrete walls on the right. After passing the gardens, walls with flowing water create a unique experience. Even before descending into the underground space, visitors can enjoy views of Seongsan Ilchulbong and experience descending pathways flanked by high walls.

The underground space, lit by a few lights, offers a different atmosphere from the outside. Inside, there are four exhibition rooms arranged around a cross-shaped central corridor, with a sequential viewing from the first to the fourth exhibition room. The narrow passageways around the first three exhibition rooms guide visitors through the exhibits. Exiting the third exhibition room leads back to the entrance part, where taking a narrow staircase on the left leads to the fourth exhibition room. The passage between the exhibition rooms and the fourth exhibition room allows visitors to see the high windows and sloping roofs, showing how light illuminates the space. The entrance and exit of the indoor space, although on different floors, are located on the same side, utilizing a circular route to overcome the terrain's slope.
Location: Seogwipo, Jeju Special Self-Governing Province, Seongsan-eup, Goseong-ri 21
Operating Hours: 9:00-18:00 (Ticketing closes at 17:00)
Closed Days: Every Tuesday (Open on national holidays and holiday eves)
Audio Guide: Free (Smart Docent), Paid (Audio Guide)
Admission Price: Adults 12,000 won, Youths and Children 9,000 won
Parking: Available at Phoenix Jeju Seobjikoji Parking Lot.

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Snoopy Garden's Winter Tale

It was a beautiful place even when it was lush,
I was curious about what it would be like when it snowed, so I went!
There's always a lot to see indoors
and the outdoor garden is even prettier with snow piled up 😌
There are many photo zones and it brings back memories :)
The cafe view is lush
and even better with scenes covered in snow!
I recommend it to those planning a trip to the east
for families with children or couples ☺️

<Jeju, Jeju-si, Gujwa-eup, Geumbaekjo-ro 930>
•10:00-18:00 (Winter 10-3 months)

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As the first municipal art museum in Korea, Kidang Art Museum was built by Kidang Kang Goo-bum, a Jeju-born Zainichi Korean businessman, and donated to Seogwipo City, opening its doors on July 1, 1987. The museum entrance features stairs and a right-diagonal ramp. The building's walls are made of basalt, and its roof replicates a traditional Jeju farmhouse's null (a stack of bundled crops). The interior isn't divided by walls between exhibition rooms but distinguishes spaces through floor level differences and has a viewing path led by spiral ramps and stairs, symbolizing Jeju's oreum (volcanic cones). The ceiling sports radial rafters, and skylights allow natural light inside. Permanent exhibition rooms include the 'Suam Exhibition Room' and the 'Byeonsiji Exhibition Room,' positioned at both ends around the special exhibition room, making it slightly challenging to distinguish between permanent and special exhibits. The museum also houses an Art Lounge for rest, including a children's playground, cafe, books, tables, and chairs. It was temporarily closed due to COVID-19 last year but has since reopened. Location: 15, Namseongjung-ro 153beon-gil, Seogwipo, Jeju Special Self-Governing Province. Operating Hours: 9:00-18:00 (Entry until 17:30). Closed Days: Every Monday, Lunar New Year's Day, Korean Thanksgiving Day, January 1. Entry Fee: 1,000 won. Parking: Free parking available for up to 20 vehicles.

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A space recreated from Sehando.

Chusa Museum, 2010, by Seung Hyosang

When one thinks of vacation in Korea, Jeju comes to mind first, a place historically known as a site of exile for serious criminals and high-ranking officials.

Chusa Kim Jeong-hee, a notable figure exiled to Jeju for about 9 years due to his involvement in the Yun Sang-do Oksa incident in 1840. Instead of despairing, he nurtured talents with his literary knowledge and completed various works during his exile.

Chusa Museum, located in a serene area where Kim Jeong-hee was exiled, exhibits his completed works and letters to acquaintances.

'Sehando', which marks the beginning of Chusa Museum, was also completed during his exile and the museum resembles the house depicted in Sehando. The museum's architecture, with its simple ridged roof and circular windows placed on a grassy field in the form of a long rectangular volume, seems to directly replicate the painting.

Unlike ordinary galleries, the exhibition at Chusa Museum starts underground. Entering through the main underground entrance to view the exhibition first and then ascending to the ground level gives it a unique structure of appearing single-storied from the outside but actually having two stories inside.

After descending underground, a unique staircase caught my eye. The zigzagging ramps dividing the stairs diagonally symbolize the exile path Chusa Kim Jeong-hee took to Jeju Island.

Upon ascending, one encounters a vacant space with only a bust of Chusa Kim Jeong-hee, a work by Professor Im Ok-sang.

Opposite the statue, circular windows symbolizing Sehando can be seen from both inside and outside. From the outside, the building's form and windows reveal Sehando's house, and from the inside, the windows overlap with the pine trees drawn alongside the house in Sehando.

Long horizontal windows on both sidewalls allow the circular windows to stand out while also inviting light inside.

Shortly after completion, Chusa Museum was nicknamed 'Potato Storage', which perhaps signifies the architect's successful intent to reflect Sehando's austere atmosphere in the building design.

Chusa Museum, the restored birthplace of Chusa Kim Jeong-hee, sculptures, benches, and walking paths are all connected, providing a guided path from entering the building to using the outdoor rest areas.