Ulsan Onggi Festival (울산옹기축제)

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.

Start date

2025-05-03  

End Date

2025-05-05  

Performance Time

10:00~21:00  

Venue

Area of Oegosan Onggi Village  

Fee

Free (Fees may apply to certain programs)  

Host Company

Ulju Culture Foundation  

Host's Contact Information

+82-52-980-2233  

Introduction

Ulsan Onggi Festival takes place within Oegosan Onggi Village, the largest onggi (traditional Korean pottery) village in the nation, home to seven master artisans. The festival serves to promote this local product while providing visitors with the chance to learn more about onggi through various programs and hands-on experiences.

Programs

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