MCST to Accelerate Development of “K-Wellness Tourism” in First Year of Healing Tourism Industry Act

Jun 01, 2026

Following the enforcement of the Act on the Promotion of the Healing Tourism Industry (the “Healing Tourism Industry Act”) on April 9 this year, the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism is accelerating efforts to foster K-Wellness Tourism amid rapidly growing global demand for travel centered on health and healing.

Enjoy More Convenient Travel in Korea with Multilingual Transportation Information

May 29, 2026

The Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism (MCST), together with the Korea Tourism Organization (KTO), will distribute image-based content, starting May 29, to help international tourists use Korea’s public transportation with ease. Produced in the languages of major inbound markets—English, Japanese, and Chinese (Traditional and Simplified)—the content covers transportation options for getting around Seoul and traveling to other regions, payment methods, and online booking procedures.

46 Korean Arts and Cultural Programs to Tour 30 Countries Worldwide

May 28, 2026

The Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism (MCST), together with the Korean Foundation for International Cultural Exchange (KOFICE), will officially launch the 2026 Touring K-Arts project to support overseas tours of outstanding Korean arts and cultural programs, with Korean Cultural Centers abroad serving as hubs.

169 Young People Worldwide to Promote Accurate Information on Korean History and Culture

May 22, 2026

The Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism (MCST), together with the Voluntary Agency Network of Korea (VANK), a leading civilian diplomacy organization dedicated to promoting Korea, will hold the launch ceremony for the second cohort of Global Korea Ambassadors on May 23 (Saturday) at 10:00 a.m. on the metaverse platform ZEP.

15th Anniversary of UNESCO International Arts Education Week to Promote the Value of Culture and Arts Education

May 19, 2026

The Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism and the Korea Arts & Culture Education Service will hold related events, including the “Culture and Arts Education Forum” and an “International Symposium,” from May 19 to 31 to commemorate the 15th anniversary of the UNESCO International Arts Education Week