How Master Potters Keep A 7000-Year-Old Kimchi Tradition Alive | Still Standing | Business Insider

For centuries, Koreans have been using onggi to store and ferment foods. Jin-gyu Heo is the youngest of the 20 remaining master potters who make these earthenware pots. We visited Jin-gyu's workshop, in Ulsan, South Korea, to see how this ancient craft is Still Standing.
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[@hugodesrosiers-plaisance3156]

Anything at all related to ancestral traditions of any culture at all in the world, just keep those coming please. Thank you. I love videos like that, makes me dream I might become rich and help fund these amazing craftsmen so they can focus on their craft. That'd be amazing. 😁

[@rafaelperalta1676]

I love this series too. It made me become much aware of how these beautiful pieces of art come to life.

[@judil3294]

Exactly my thoughts as I watched this. It would be awesome to be able to support those who work so hard.

[@averydizzle]

Amen

[@alejandraflores4601]

GOD IS GOOD REPENT DIOS VIENE DIOS ES BUENO ARREPIENTANSE DIOS LOS AMA ABLALE AL SEÑOR SPEAK TO THE LORD HE LOVES YOU ❤️!!!!!---

[@NitishKumar-gx2kq]

Uuuu@@rafaelperalta1676 hai aap 10 y mym 66j6

[@marioseoul]

I lived in Korea about 10 years and it was so common to see these outside houses and temples. The problem is that so many people in Korea now live in apartment highrises... hard to have an onggi there. But still, I didn't imagine that the craft was so limited; there was such pride for onggi and I even once saw a video about how amazingly perfect the breathability of the clay is for fermentation and protection. I always imagined that if I ended up buying a house in Korea I would definitely keep a few onggi outside ^^ Still hope to someday ~ Thanks for this video, well done!

[@alejandraflores4601]

GOD IS GOOD REPENT DIOS VIENE DIOS ES BUENO ARREPIENTANSE DIOS LOS AMA ABLALE AL SEÑOR SPEAK TO THE LORD HE LOVES YOU ❤️!!!!!--

[@taeasling897]

Fr, I jus moved to Ulsan w my mom and have yet to see a house

[@ElysetheEevee]

@@alejandraflores4601 Just stop. It's completely unfair and selfish to spam religious text everywhere when its completely unwarranted (and no, its not warranted: I've already heard the excuses similar to "God is always relevant"). It's one thing if someone is having a hard time and you send them prayers, or the topic is about religion or God, but just spamming it in replies simply to force others to deal with it is wrong. Keep it to yourself. It's especially egregious when half of you start the reply with "REPENT". We've all had to endure eons of religious (mainly Christianity) propaganda and speech being part of our lives completely for so long, especially when it wasn't welcomed to that extent. Just let us all live and enjoy what we choose to without being forced to bump into this type of thing constantly. There's a very thin line between "free speech" and being proud, and spamming your beliefs inappropriately.

[@nidohime6233]

@@alejandraflores4601 Go home, you're drunk.

[@셤머-g4z]

My grandma said, it's one of the necessary for making Korean sources like soy source, soybean paste, go-chu-jang because of good fermentation not only kimchi.

[@alejandraflores4601]

GOD IS GOOD REPENT DIOS VIENE DIOS ES BUENO ARREPIENTANSE DIOS LOS AMA ABLALE AL SEÑOR SPEAK TO THE LORD HE LOVES YOU ❤️!!!!!---

[@FunSkipping]

@@alejandraflores4601 Are you on drugs?

[@abijahdixon2771]

@@FunSkipping I agree with him...but he might not be drugs...sometimes other things are confused for drugs...

[@FormerGovernmentHuman]

The fact his dad gave up hope and DIDN’T want him to go into the family business and he still chose to devote his life to it. I am sure his father is both scared for his future and frustrated, but also extremely proud.

[@JacobCanote]

I love hearing Jin-gyu Heo speak about his craft. Great passion for his efforts.

[@alejandraflores4601]

GOD IS GOOD REPENT DIOS VIENE DIOS ES BUENO ARREPIENTANSE DIOS LOS AMA ABLALE AL SEÑOR SPEAK TO THE LORD HE LOVES YOU ❤️!!!!!---

[@Ace-od8en]

This man is a treasure. Look how hard he works!

[@alejandraflores4601]

GOD IS GOOD REPENT DIOS VIENE DIOS ES BUENO ARREPIENTANSE DIOS LOS AMA ABLALE AL SEÑOR SPEAK TO THE LORD HE LOVES YOU ❤️!!!!!--

[@davehan241]

Seems like Mr. Jin-Gyu Heo should get some sort of "Master Craftsman" designation from the Korean government. It would've been nice if the video covered how the pots can and are being used in modern times, like they did with the Zellige Tiles episode. Maybe highlight how restaurants or home cooks are using them in traditional or innovate ways/recipes.

[@nobodyspecial4702]

I forgot the term they use, but in Korea there are less than 10 crafters who are designated something like National Cultural Treasures for being masters of crafts that are closely linked to Korean culture.

[@davehan241]

@@nobodyspecial4702 Could there be anything more important to Koreans than Kimchi? XD

[@alejandraflores4601]

GOD IS GOOD REPENT DIOS VIENE DIOS ES BUENO ARREPIENTANSE DIOS LOS AMA ABLALE AL SEÑOR SPEAK TO THE LORD HE LOVES YOU ❤️!!!!!--

[@BIGBANGvip5673]

He actually does - he was already featured in a different video from another company (which I think was better than this one).

[@BIGBANGvip5673]

Found it - it was by Eater over a year ago. I recommend that one:)

[@maevethefox5912]

I got sucked in to watching historical Korean TV shows during lockdown, and onggi are so important in many of them, it was amazing to see them made.

[@alejandraflores4601]

GOD IS GOOD REPENT DIOS VIENE DIOS ES BUENO ARREPIENTANSE DIOS LOS AMA ABLALE AL SEÑOR SPEAK TO THE LORD HE LOVES YOU ❤️!!!!!--1

[@ae3qe27u3]

Like plot points? That's cool!!

[@ae3qe27u3]

Any shows you'd recommend?

[@maevethefox5912]

@@ae3qe27u3 Hundred Days my Prince and Mr Queen are two big favourites

[@Rohith_S_Siddeshwara]

Dudes confidence to wear white shirt 🔥

[@RayMak]

So beautiful

[@CakeInMyPockets5]

You’re here too?

[@TheHOBBIES20]

very nice 👍

[@normablake2748]

Master Craftsmen are exactly that. They have a passion like no other. I pray that this gentleman continues his talent and teaching. I really love pieces like this where art you don’t get to see is the focus. Thank you. Keep doing you 🔥

[@HRHKamal]

Salutes to this man's dedication & sacrifice to keep a traditional craft alive.

[@Dancerlil]

Onggi is a true artisan with much patience. I would say that his calling is a form of meditation. Thank you for sharing his work with us. Blessings to one & all. Liliane

[@SuperWowOMG123]

Dear business insider , please consider doing a video on pomo indian weaving! There are miniature baskets weaving since the 1890s-an intricate and dexterous skill and closely guarded secret! Thank you!

[@nanateali1038]

God bless you dear, we have that as traditional, I like to use , as water container and some they do use it as a storage for dry fruits but they use the clay after few days they don't leave it for 1 year before using as you do .it's very interesting keep it up man you doing good.

[@monie2514]

@@repentandbelieveinjesuschr9495 why is it that you keep responding to everybody's comment with this overbearance of putting your personal belief which is fine I just want to know why.? It is nothing wrong with serving Christ. If somebody is talking about a cultural product that is used for centuries and how they cook why do you have to put your overbearance of religious opinions just want to know what is the principle of!!!🧐😎🤔

[@ElysetheEevee]

@@monie2514 I don't know what they said since it's been removed, but I've noticed a HUGE uptick in religious harrassment and spamming lately. I'm perfectly fine with people expressing their beliefs respectfully, but these comments are being spammed under every reply and are generally along the lines of "REPENT JESUS LOVES YOU REPENT", in its mildest form. Sometimes it is a whole lot darkness akin to fear-mongering with threats of going to Hell and stuff. I'm honestly fed up with all of it. People have had to deal with Christian beliefs (for the majority, it's been that in a lot of countries for centuries now) being the mainstay and little tolerance for anything else. A lot of people want to have experiences online separate from religion. I just find it insulting when people are throwing comments around like that unprovoked. I wish they'd stop. A "God Bless You" or "I'll pray for you" if someone's sick is totally find and has wholesome emotional basis usually. Religious propaganda splattered everywhere, hoping it'll find a mark somewhere isn't. I am curious what exactly they said, though....

[@natalichoi282]

I am pleased to see "onggi" in this channel. I live in Ulsan which is well-known for onggi production place.

[@aslamali6]

This was so beautiful to watch. This master Onggi maker has such a calm dedication to his art

[@redtski]

I love this video so much. I admire this man's dedication to preserving such a beautiful craft. A very honorable work indeed

[@jennylawson1980]

These stories are loved, please keep sharing them. Knowledge is freedom and freedom is expression and creativity. Another wonderful video.

[@oakenshadow6763]

I really want one now. I'm so glad the craft is still around.

[@MrWaheedulHaque]

Please bring some onggi to the UK i will buy they look so cool

[@lopp3]

I use a small 1L onggi for making kimchi at home. Kimchi made in it ferments perfectly every time, and it fits nicely in my refrigerator. It's a shame people are losing sight of the benefits of this wonderful ancient product.

[@survivalgames4949]

Back at home we have a few of these pots sitting outside. I was told something was in it and was fermenting for the last 5 years lol

[@cheyxnne]

🫢🫢5 years…

[@mza2195]

I’m so incredibly interested in learning this part of my history. I’m half Korean and I enjoy learning new things.

[@aliceorsini8192]

I LIKE HOW, HE SAYS "THE MAGIC'S IN MY HANDS".😅

[@jfrank1882]

The dedication tho

[@yeyo9404]

I too hope that never dies the kimchee made in a traditional onggi is the best you just can’t beat it no way

[@primrosed2338]

It's beautiful. I would pay $800 for it.

[@maryyaj]

Many history may disappear but many also will come back. People these days just don't get it till they get older and understand the values.

[@doms.6701]

And many many more disappear and never return. I get why people want to keep traditions alive but eventually they will die out too.

[@tinyvr7036]

My mom and her. Korean friends used to make cucumber kim chi from homegrown cucumbers all summer. We couldn't get enough. Sure miss my mom and her lovely friends. ❤ Thank you for this video.

[@kf505]

That is a ton of work this potter is doing to create one massive pot. That kiln sure takes a ton of work to seal and unseal for each firing. The pots are so beautiful! I hope someone keeps this tradition going when he no longer can.

[@bernandinocamilo1946]

the dedication is amazing.

[@userxxx-sl7mr]

Working with mud in white shirt u sir is sure a master of ur craft

[@TravelEscapes]

*Impressive*

[@theotherohlourdespadua1131]

This is a rather good idea on how to make a big clay pot. I never thought it is possible...

[@gyankumar2900]

Commitment at altogether a different level... 👏👏 Really impresses and persuades to think of show impeccable service and commitment

[@mayakaratas3174]

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[@colinbateman8233]

The magic of handmade items disappear more and more nice to see this being kept alive

[@raffysungarngar3684]

This is a good internal decoration in a house, a big and a small one

[@maxdout564]

I get wanting to keep the process the same but is changing to a modern kiln really that big of a deal. 50% of pots breaking is hard to understand when it could be reduced to 25% or less and not require to be constantly monitored for 5 days. Same with the glazes, those traditional glazes are cool but only earth colors, I feel like most would want bright colors. Still, it a really cool that they are keeping the tradition alive.

[@slalomie]

Yeah I thought I heard them say 1 in 5 break, which is still a lot, but a 50% failure rate is bad and uneconomical for just how much time and effort is put into these handmade pieces. Firing them in a kiln for 5 days sounds like a lot too. I think they can modernize some of the processes to be more efficient without sacrificing quality.

[@BIGBANGvip5673]

I get what you mean but if you watched the video he did on Eater (over a year ago and I personally think is better) than you would know he is paid by the government to maintain the tradition so I think that’s a huge factor:)

[@scorpioninpink]

The flavor that pot is going to give the kimchi or soybean paste is going to be insane.

[@DonHrvato]

Great to see the traditional craftmanship is still alive

[@ahhchoo8488]

That was relaxing to watch

[@alparslankorkmaz2964]

Nice video.

[@MusehanaH]

Interesting. Where I grew up in South Africa, we had something similar which people would use to store grain and drinking water...We call it nkho

[@ProDMiner]

Such beautiful work, people who work with their hands, and build stuff understand this beauty on a different level. Also only $800 bucks for one that's it?

[@thehour6571]

Salute to this man .

[@bartsimpsonjunior565]

truly a wonder

[@joyid]

Natural beauty, him and the onngi. 👌🏼

[@asamiyoshino3934]

Such a patient man is precious in present day people easily get bored. His way of life is cool!

[@triciac1019]

I love making pottery. These pots are exceptional and such a lot of hard work. What skill he has and how labor intensive the whole process is. Fermented food is so very healthy for us.

[@redbarchetta8782]

What artistry.

[@punavmirlekar]

so much work and equal dedication

[@raneerain80]

Reality is that the price of these pots are not appropriate for what he's done. Definitely ppl need to know the worth of these pots.

[@SKaede]

Im amazed at how he wrestling with wet clay but still managing to keep his clothe so clean, especially the sleeves. Such delicate master work.

[@drekelley2352]

I had a friend who is very good at making his own pot

[@skylerdickson2939]

this is a good, good, person.

[@rodrigoazure]

just to say I love the image quality... I don't know how to say or what the technical term is, but the images are amazing and have an old documentary style to them. cool

[@XNDUIWOfficial]

What he does is super creative.

[@GuyrillaBraun]

This man could probably crush a coconut in each hand, the amount of strength he's had to have built up doing this for decades. I'd be honored and scared to shake his hand

[@HighAcuity]

He looks great for 58!!

[@devcodes312]

Absolutely masterful potter! Thank you so much sir for this video! 🙏🏽 and to the folks who shared this story, thank you for your efforts! I would love to learn from him! I'm a potter and calligrapher myself!

[@muzavi]

I am a Korean local producer who produced the program. Onggi craftsmen are preparing a residency program for foreigners. It will probably open at the end of this year. Please keep your eyes on it.

[@devcodes312]

@@muzavi thank you for your hard work in preserving your culture! Okay! Will do!

[@devcodes312]

@@muzavi do you know if they travel to the US to teach?

[@muzavi]

@@devcodes312 If there is an inviting organization, it will be possible. He is also teaching at the university.

[@devcodes312]

@@muzavi amazing!!!!! Thank you! 😊

[@winterforest8132]

I'm always in awe whenever i see a good shaped pot, it's always a wonder how consistent you must be making it. When i was younger i always thought it was made by machine haha

[@oneshotme]

Enjoyed your video and I gave it a Thumbs Up

[@socalninjaturtle]

I would buy from him. Idc bout the new stuff they made to "replace" it, this is Earth, id prefer that over plastic. And to add its personally hand made with someone putting their all into it with good vibes. I mean whether you believe it or not energy carries, and he has good energy and good intentions. I guarantee that the food tastes better from this pot.

[@mandeep3.14]

That looks so satisfying.

[@smellofsoil9221]

Pottery ... Nice ans use.

[@Ryu62Alpha]

I'm all for traditional methods preserved for cultural heritage, but dang that is a LOT of time and effort for only half of your work actually come out correctly

[@dwjunior]

😭 I don’t understand why fewer people are keeping traditional and ancient ways going. Too many people today have little to no respect for our forefathers and old world ways. Too many people today have No pride in their work. All they want is the money and their attitude is the hell with you. No care, no love, no pride. MY love and respect for the old ways GROWS the more I learn and see.

[@mastervz4806]

Yeah right? Why don’t we ride horses anymore? Like our forefathers. Lol

[@dwjunior]

@@mastervz4806 I find your statement extremely lacking any intelligence.

[@AngryBerb]

If you actually give a shit, then go on and buy one of his $800 pots and prove you support these "old world ways" that you go on about. Put up or shut up, grandpa.

[@Darkcamera45]

@@mastervz4806 he means traditions like this one that are worth keeping🤦‍♂️🤦‍♂️

[@theotherohlourdespadua1131]

@@dwjunior MasterVZ has a point. His reply sums up the answer behind the question, or rather the sentiment. It's not lacking in intelligence but a succint answer relayed in sarcasm. If you're given an option between riding a horse and carriage or a car, which will you prefer? There is a reason why the "old ways" gets forgotten or chosen over: cheaper and easier procurable solutions are available. By your logic, you should also bewail people 200 years ago for eschewing homemade clay pots for cheap cast iron pots. Or complain to people 300 years ago for patronizing mass-produced cotton cloth over furs...

[@LogosMalobechannel]

So good 👌

[@cliffwoodbury5319]

There needs to be companies that only sell merchandise made the old traditional ways. There are many customers for items like this and all it needs is a company that supports them!!

[@michelemurphy3541]

Beautiful. You are a true artist and fantastically brilliant artisan…the world desperately needs you and the few left, like you, who leave an imprint of their entire being, in that which your expertly create. Genius. I love love love this-all of these features are an exquisite gift! Thank You for showing us these beautiful and wonderful Souls!

[@dennismcgrath3088]

That Man Is A Genius!

[@debbiemarquis3231]

These are priceless.. and the creators should get their worth..

[@itsmejassie4915]

Beautiful 💖

[@savagefromtheraq]

Sounds effects goin crazy 💦

[@jerga2002]

Something tells me that this knowledge will be useful for the Mars colony

[@judil3294]

Fascinating. I wish you all success.

[@shockerpb03]

Bet kimchi from that would be so so good

[@jrobbin24]

Thank you for keeping tradition and craftsmanship alive

[@aardeng]

Very cool! He needs an etsy shop lol, people will buy every single one he can make

[@sagnikmukhopadhyay3720]

5:44 doggo 🐶 😍

[@PushyPawn]

I thought it was a lamp.

[@edwardkim2416]

방망이ㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋ

[@arjunnair2924]

Onggi and the potroches

[@EveloGrave]

I know this will sound callous but I feel like the narration wasn't descriptive enough - Besides the type of clay used, what makes this kind of pottery unique compared to other similarly sized and shaped jars? Genuinely curious.

[@nooralmalaka.k.amonasarrai5995]

Losing crafts is a worldwide phenomenon unfortunately 😞

[@coconut3958]

It’s just progress get over it or did u want everyone to still be weaving baskets and living in poverty now in order to make a few pretty things, ppl who say stuff like u get on my nerves. Sorry but human society does grow organically with the times

[@twistedkyote4107]

@@coconut3958 *That seems pretty ignorant and hateful you might not understand that heritage is what allows people to have inheritance heritage is also was built the back of some last name you must really be a prick with a lacking of that*

[@nooralmalaka.k.amonasarrai5995]

@@coconut3958 it’s about you not about me.

[@MisterMeeM]

Modern "Culture" is the reason such things happen to be honest. It's not important to many, people don't find happiness in things like these and the "modern" world sees crafts more of an unneccessary thing to the world, as it just takes up space and makes you lose money you could've otherwise spent in games like Diablo Immortal which just robs you of your money. Way better invested!

[@twistedkyote4107]

@@MisterMeeM *diblos new pay to win panzi scheme will take 10-11k to Max the game it's sad those dropprates & 🎰 addictions will really destroy some people's pockets without them noticing*

[@arimax888]

Using plastic containers have been reported to be unhealthy, I'm sure like all things this onggi will be an must have necessity health conscious faze..et once researchers report on its health benefits. For me practical wise I'm interested to see if there's a mini version (for smaller households)

[@dawnwish7958]

Wow

[@JacoBKunDayo]

respect

[@TanyaH97]

thats actually crazy to me. im mexican and we use clay everything bc the flavor comes out so different when you use clay......why would you switch to using plastic or glass to ferment when you can buy a pot that youll use forever and get a way better taste? thats actually insane to me. why in the world would you switch to plastic or glass to ferment? espECIALLY plastic that is full of god knows what....his cheapest pot is $80. just spend the money for a better taste and a more traditional taste AND process. I couldnt imagine skipping steps while making tamales that is an ancient process lol its gotta be done the exact same way. its who we are. and its the taste of our ancestors.

[@karans8910]

Salute 💓🙋‍♂️

[@prabhushankar8520]

Good.

[@deepika2644]

I LOVE THIS✨🙏

[@i_bleed_makeup1187]

I love this man so much ❤️

[@1300DC]

IT breathes so we can say ongi is alive.

[@katr2771]

Smaller ones can be used in a modern kitchen would be great

[@elviscoooer7020]

Absolutly a amazing!👍

[@monica_h415]

Does Business Insider post or explain how to purchase any of the items from these videos?

[@tuomaspirinen8018]

It is so sad that we are losing these traditional crafts before our eyes.

[@Psionetics]

Beautiful

[@ragazzi25]

Amazing!