Ulsan Onggi Festival (울산옹기축제)

Explanation

Ulsan Onggi Festival is held annually in early May in Oegosan Onggi Village in Ulju-gun, renowned for its traditional onggi (earthenware)-making techniques. The festival promotes the regional specialty, onggi, contributing to the spread of everyday onggi and the development of traditional industries. The main event, “Touch of the Onggi Master,” features demonstrations by master onggi artisans from Oegosan. There are various hands-on activities for children, including stepping on clay, playing with clay, and making and firing onggi. Visitors can also learn about the uses of onggi in food storage and fermentation, and view onggi from around the world. Don’t miss the opportunity to taste local specialties and foods from Ulju.

◎ Onggi
Onggi is a type of bowl crafted from soil, using water, fire, and wind. This traditional pottery has been produced since the Three Kingdoms period and is well-suited for long-term food storage due to its excellent ventilation and preservative capabilities.

Inquiry

Ulju Culture Foundation +82-52-980-2233

Homepage

www.onggi.or.kr

Information Use

Event Start Date : 2025년 05월 03일

Event end date : 2025년 05월 05일

Venue : Area of Oegosan Onggi Village

Show time : 10:00~21:00

Organizer info : Ulju Culture Foundation

Contact the organizer : +82-52-980-2233

Charges (Hours) : Free (Fees may apply to certain programs)

More information

Introduction
Ulsan Onggi Festival is held annually in early May in Oegosan Onggi Village in Ulju-gun, renowned for its traditional onggi (earthenware)-making techniques. The festival promotes the regional specialty, onggi, contributing to the spread of everyday onggi and the development of traditional industries. The main event, “Touch of the Onggi Master,” features demonstrations by master onggi artisans from Oegosan. There are various hands-on activities for children, including stepping on clay, playing with clay, and making and firing onggi. Visitors can also learn about the uses of onggi in food storage and fermentation, and view onggi from around the world. Don’t miss the opportunity to taste local specialties and foods from Ulju.

◎ Onggi
Onggi is a type of bowl crafted from soil, using water, fire, and wind. This traditional pottery has been produced since the Three Kingdoms period and is well-suited for long-term food storage due to its excellent ventilation and preservative capabilities.

Programs
Touch of the Onggi Master
Onggi Making Experience
Earthenware Performance
Starlight Garden in Onggi Village

Location

36 Oegosan 3-gil, Onyang-eup, Ulju-gun, Ulsan