Special Souvenirs from Cheongju: A City of Tradition and Art

Moon Jar (Tomo)Tomo’s Moon Jar offers a contemporary take on the gentle curves of Korea’s traditional moon jars. Made only with clay and glaze, it suits almost any space with its simple yet elegant beauty.

Mosi Plate (Dito140) This tableware draws on mosi (ramie), a fabric traditionally used for summer clothing in Korea. It recreates the fabric’s characteristically open weave in a refined form, making any dish look elegantly plated.

Dessert Bowl (HOON GLASS) Defined by an austere design and flowing curves, this clear glass dessert bowl embodies Cheongju’s signature sophistication. The collection also includes a range of pieces, from bowls to cups.

Jikji BreadThis sweet bread is baked in the shape of movable type and stamped with the characters for “Jikji”, celebrating both the pleasure of a freshly baked treat and the legacy of Jikji. Made with locally grown “Cheongwon Life Rice” and no artificial additives, it is a popular, healthy snack. Choose from two fillings: sweet red bean paste or custard cream.

Jikji ScarfThis scarf features motifs inspired by the pages and typography of Jikji. Elegant and understated, it’s an easy accessory to dress up or down.

Cheongju SinseonjuThis traditional liquor has been passed down in the Hamyang Park family for nearly 500 years. Designated Chungcheongbuk-do Intangible Cultural Heritage No. 4, Cheongju Sinseonju won the Grand Prize in the Traditional Korean Liquor category at the 2025 Korea Wine & Spirits Awards. It is made by fermenting and aging a blend of 10 herbs and aromatics, including ginseng, Korean angelica, and goji berry. The result is a layered profile with subtle sweetness and a smooth, savory aroma.

Pungjeong Sagye This premium traditional spirit captures the four seasons of Cheongju, made with locally grown rice and handmade nuruk (a traditional fermentation starter). It comes in four styles: Chun (Spring; refined rice wine), Ha (Summer; fortified rice wine), Chu (Fall; unrefined rice wine), and Dong (Winter; distilled soju). Chun (Spring), in particular, was served as the official banquet drink for the 2017 Korea–U.S. Summit and received the Presidential Award in the Refined Rice Wine category at the 2021 Korean Sool Awards—the competition’s top honor.

NOTSEEBACK No. 7 Cleansing Wave BalmNOTSEEBACK’s No. 7 Cleansing Wave Balm is a convenient cleansing option for travel. A twist-up grinding mechanism dispenses the product as you rotate the top like a dial, for more hygienic use. It has also undergone skin-irritation testing, making it suitable even for sensitive skin

ROA O7 REPAIR MASK PACK This mask pack features a fast-absorbing essence made with mineral-rich spring water from Cheongju and vitamin-rich sea buckthorn extract. Made with microfiber fabric, it is designed to be gentle on the skin.

TAKABATH Bubble Body Wash Pad Powered by Otaka natural enzymes—fermented from naturally derived ingredients—TAKABATH Bubble Body Wash Pad gently buffs away dead skin cells while cleansing. It’s double-sided: one side for a bubbly massage lather, and the other for exfoliation.