Organizers of South Korea’s Yeoju Ceramic Festival apologize after Chinese-made ceramic items were reportedly given away during a promotional event meant to highlight Korean pottery heritage. The dispute begins after a social media user posts on Threads, saying a miniature “moon jar” received through the festival’s social media promotion carries a “Made in China” sticker. The user shares photos and criticizes the product’s quality, arguing it does not match expectations for an event associated with local artisans.
The annual Yeoju Ceramic Festival, held in Yeoju, Gyeonggi Province, is widely known for promoting regional ceramic makers and the local pottery industry. According to reports, the backlash spreads online as other users react to the apparent mismatch between the festival’s branding and the origin of the giveaway items.
Both outlets report that the organizing team responds publicly with an apology following the criticism. The incident centers on the origin labeling and perceived quality of the giveaway prizes distributed under the festival’s promotional campaign.
