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Korea's iconic cherry blossom festival, 'Jinhae Gunhangje,' will kick off on March 28 in the southern city of Changwon in Gyeongsangnam-do Province.

Visitors can immerse themselves in a picturesque floral wonderland while enjoying the festival's signature events such as a military band & honor guard performance, the Admiral Yi Sun-sin memorial ceremony, a multimedia fireworks show, and the Black Eagles air show.

This year, it will also feature the 'Cherry Blossom Music Festival' for the first time.

Changwon City is expanding its global outreach to accommodate more foreign visitors, securing TV broadcasts, 통역 부스, and cruise ship operations along the Jinhae coastline.

Seoul City plans to host a range of cultural events this year at Bukchon Hanok Village.

The Bukchon Cultural Center will feature a monthly program called 'Bukchon Dorak' offering immersive cultural experiences that reflect Korea's seasonal traditions, history, and heritage.

Highlights include traditional crafts, pop-up libraries, yoga sessions, and year-round exhibitions showcasing K-living and hanok culture.

In October, 'Bukchon Day' will be celebrated with hanok workshops, hanok camps, and guided alleyway tours led by local residents.

On February 19, the musical "Once" will make its return to the domestic stage after a 10-year hiatus.

Based on the beloved film known for hit songs like "Falling Slowly," the production will be a replica of the original musical, preserving the music, choreography, and other key elements.

The musical first premiered in Korea in 2014, with a follow-up performance the following year.

Co-director Conor Hanratty highlighted that, unlike the original film's quiet atmosphere, the stage version will feature more dynamic and energetic scenes.

That's all from me. Keep it tuned to the Kulture Wave.