[K-Correspondent] Jongmyo Jeryeak exhibition showcases Korea's tradition in Indonesia

A UNESCO intangible cultural heritage, Korea's Jongmyo Jeryeak, the traditional music and dance performed at ceremonies to honor the spirits of the kings and queens of the Joseon Dynasty, has been brought to life at an event in Indonesia's capital Jakarta.

Let's connect to Jakarta to hear about this perhaps unfamiliar, yet deeply resonant experience that's unfolding there.

We are now connected to Kyla Minerva Angelia at the Korean Cultural Center in Indonesia. Hello Kyla!

Q1. Please introduce us to the Jongmyo Jeryeak exhibition that's currently running in Jakarta.

Q2. So what kind of events and programs are being offered for visitors? How could they take part in those and what were locals impressed about the most? (Ex: the music, rites, costumes, etc.)

Q3. When preparing for the exhibition, was there anything you paid special attention to so that it works well with the local culture?

Q4. In a few days on July 8th, the exhibition will come to a close. How has the response been by local media or on social media so far?

Q5 Apart from the popularity of K-pop and K-dramas, how much interest is there in Korea's traditional culture in Indonesia?

Q6. Do you feel any similarities between traditional Korean and Indonesian culture?

Q7. Finally, is there any important message you hope to convey through this exhibition? (Ex: the importance of raising awareness of cultural heritage like the jongmyo jeryeak, or a message to the Indonesian visitors, etc. )

Thank you Kyla for introducing us to this exhibition and for spreading Korean culture in Indonesia.

Thank you Walter as always. See you next time.