The value of Jikji lies in the invention of metal type printing. With the invention of metal type printing, mankind has pioneered a new world of knowledge and information civilization. Mass production and distribution technology of information has brought about change and innovation in all areas of society while promoting the popularization of knowledge. Jikji is solid proof that Korea is the inventor of metal type printing.

Based on the achievements of the 'Jikji Festival and Jikji Korea' since 2003, the 2022 Jikji Festival, held under the theme of 'Jikji, the flame of civilization' to re-illuminate the value of Jikji and show a new vision, will be a cultural festival that nurtures the pride of Jikji, creates future value, and accumulates assets.

You can enjoy new content created by local artists and also meet European modern printing culture. In particular, you can see a copy of Jikji, which was born with science and technology, and you can experience metal type printing with your five senses.

‘Old Cheongju’ recorded knowledge and information on paper. ‘Current Cheongju’ records knowledge and information in semiconductors and genes. Jikji is the root of Cheongju, which is forging ahead as a global hotbed of semiconductor technology and genetic engineering. Through the 2022 Jikji Festival, Jikji will surpass itself as the pride of Cheongju to become the pride of Korea. We will embark on a new journey towards “Better Cheongju, Happy Citizens” at the Jikji Festival.