Overview
Located in the Sojubang (Royal Kitchen) area of Gyeongbokgung Palace, 'Saenggwabang' was one of the six royal kitchens responsible for preparing desserts and special snacks for the King and Queen. Also known as 'Saengmulbang,' it is currently operated as a paid program where visitors can experience the royal desserts and medicinal teas enjoyed by kings, based on records from the Annals of the Joseon Dynasty. In 2026, Gyeongbokgung Saenggwabang presents a new 'Storytelling Tea Table' that reinterprets royal narratives once dormant in old books, infusing them with the life and governing philosophy of the kings. This program is designed to go beyond simple tasting, allowing visitors to experience the values pursued by two Joseon kings through their sense of taste. King Yeongjo's tea table, symbolizing the wisdom of longevity and moderation, embodies the aesthetics of simplicity and neatness, while King Sukjong's tea table, which recreates the joy of brilliant banquets, showcases the essence of dignified and splendid royal culture. The moment visitors open the tea box, they will travel back 600 years to have a special experience where the profound philosophy of the palace awakens all five senses.
