Jumunjin Dried Seafood Market is located in Jumunjin-ri, Jumunjin-eup, Gangneung-si. It was officially registered and opened on December 23, 2008, and currently operates as a registered market with 96 shops. The market consists of rows of dried seafood stores stretching along the coastal road and a raw fish center incorporated into the market district in 2014. It is a traditional tourist-oriented market connected with various nearby local commercial areas, including Jumunjin Fish Market and Jumunjin General Market.

In 2008, the market was selected for the “Pilot Project for Revitalizing Traditional Markets through Culture (Munjeonseongsi Project)” promoted by the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism. As a result, efforts have been made to transform the market into a culturally enriched traditional marketplace. Key initiatives include developing the East Coast Fishermen’s Festival as a major event, turning representative seafood such as pufferfish and squid into tourism content, creating seasonal cultural festivals, and establishing an eco-museum featuring vivid storytelling of Jumunjin’s history. This ongoing transformation makes it a promising destination for the future.

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Jumunjin Market is the largest fish market on the East Coast and a traditional tourist-oriented market with excellent accessibility due to convenient transportation. It is operated by the Jumunjin Fish Market Merchants Association, consisting of around 210 members, and the Jumunjin Raw Fish Restaurant Association. The market hosts various festivals such as the Pufferfish Festival and Squid Festival, offering plenty of attractions for visitors. It is also connected to diverse local commercial areas, including the five-day traditional market held on the 1st and 5th of each month, Jumunjin General Market, and the raw fish center, allowing visitors to enjoy both traditional and periodic markets. Located in the center of Jumunjin-eup, the market features wide access roads and excellent transportation, ensuring convenient access for visitors. Major items include squid, dried pollock strips, natural kelp, and various dried seafood and fresh raw fish.