From the royal stone courtyards of Gyeongbok Palace to international cultural centers in Canada, Japan and Denmark, the timeless elegance of "hanbok" — Korea’s traditional attire — is stepping into the spotlight. The Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism, in collaboration with the Korea Craft and Design Foundation, launched the ninth annual Hanbok Culture Week, Monday. Running through Oct. 25, the weeklong celebration spans over 410 locations worldwide, blending centuries-old heritage with modern design through interactive exhibits, runway showcases and public workshops. Anchored by Hanbok Day, Wednesday, the initiative aims to revitalize interest in traditional clothing and encourage people to incorporate hanbok into everyday life. The main ceremony takes place at the National Museum of Korea’s Open Plaza in Seoul, featuring a minister’s commendation award ceremony for prominent figures promoting hanbok culture, followed by the Hanbok Embracing Light evening fashion show. The runway presentation draws artistic inspiration from mother-of-pearl craftsmanship, reinterpreting c