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Traditional Bookbinding & Calligraphy Experience in Insadong, Seoul

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South Korea
Seoul
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Availability

Every day except Thu & Sun

Minimum Pax

2 Persons

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Languages
  • English
Meet Location
  • Feel So Good Calli in Insadong
Included
  • 1.5-hour bookbinding & calligraphy class
  • All tools & equipment
  • Complimentary drinks and snacks
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Traditional Bookbinding & Calligraphy Experience - Weekdays

Traditional Bookbinding & Calligraphy Experience - Weekends

Overview

Make your own traditional notebook and write your name in Korean!

Experience making a notebook using the traditional bookbinding method. You will use a needle and thread to tightly tie together 15 sheets of paper and 2 note cover papers, creating a beautiful notebook. Learn how to write your name in Korean and use ink and a brush to inscribe it on the cover of the notebook. Finish the class with a meaningful keepsake where you can record memories from your trip to Seoul.

Why this experience?
  • Learn traditional Korean bookbinding with step-by-step guidance
  • Hand-stitch your own notebook using authentic methods
  • Practice writing your name in Hangul with brush and ink
  • Take home a personalized and practical souvenir
  • A fun and creative activity for all ages and skill levels

Traditional Bookbinding & Calligraphy Experience
AvailabilityEvery day except Thu & Sun
Time
  • Mon: 1:00pm
  • Tue: 12:00pm
  • Wed: 5:00pm
  • Fri & Sat: 3:00pm
Duration1 hour 30 minutes
LocationFeel So Good Calli Studio in Insadong (map)

Traditional hand-binded books with a handwritten calligraphy label.
Notebooks binded during a traditional bookbinding experience in Insadong, Seoul.
Close-up of a person folding sheets of paper to make a traditional Korean notebook.
▲ Step 1. Fold 15 sheets of paper and cover with 2 sheets of note cover paper.

Using a needle and thread to tie papers together tightly.
▲ Step 2. Make a binding hole and use a needle and thread to tie the papers together tightly.

A traveler practices writing their name in Korean for a traditional bookbinding experience in Insadong, Seoul.
▲ Step 3. Practice writing your name in Korean.

Showing the finished notebook, with their name written in Korean using a brush and ink.
▲ Step 4. Write your name or the theme of your book in Korean on the notebook cover using a brush and ink.

Price

Option/PriceIncludedIncluded
Weekdays (Mon/Tue/Wed/Fri)
Person (8 yrs~)
Weekends (Sat)
Person (8 yrs~)
- 1.5-hour bookbinding & calligraphy class
- All tools & equipment
- Complimentary drinks and snacks

  • The same price applies for both adults and children.
  • A minimum of 2 people are required to join this class.
  • Up to 4 people can join this class.

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How to book

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Please keep in mind

  • Please arrive at the meet location 10 minutes before the reserved time.

Cancellation policy

All times are based on Korea Standard Time (KST) (GMT + 9 hours)
3 days before the reserved date: 100% refund
2 days before the reserved date: 50% refund
1 day before the reserved date or less: Non-refundable
*If you would like to reschedule your reservation, please check the availability with us at least 3 days before the original reserved date (no later than 5:00pm KST).

FAQ

For safety reasons, this activity is suitable for children 8 years and above.
Unfortunately, a minimum of 2 people are required to join this class.
This is a small group class that can accommodate up to 4 people per class.
The class has a duration of 1.5 hours, and is available on Wednesdays and Fridays at 5:00pm.
Yes, the class is held in English and uses simple, easy-to-follow instructions for foreigners.

Destination

Feel So Good Calli Studio

Address: 147 Gwanhun-dong, Jongno-gu, Seoul, South Korea

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