Metaverse Miyeojibangdwi
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"Miyeojibangdwi" is a virtual performance that recreates Jeju's traditional gut rituals in a metaverse environment. The project was hosted by the National Cultural Heritage Jeju Grand Gut Preservation Society and the traditional arts organization Maro, with INSPHERE providing all metaverse performance technology and CEO Haein Song serving as director. Precise motion capture of traditional gut performers from the Preservation Society — including dance, percussion, and ritual movements — was transplanted into an Unreal Engine-based virtual environment, fully digitally reproducing the space, sound, and movement of traditional gut rituals. Produced continuously over three years (2022–2024) with progressively refined technical and artistic quality, the content is currently distributed through 36 Level-Up PC cafés nationwide and the Unreal Engine marketplace Fab.
Company Profile
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INSPHERE Inc. is a Jeju-based Art-Tech company that creates immersive content by fusing Korean intangible cultural heritage with cutting-edge digital technologies including XR, AI, and metaverse platforms. Since its founding in 2021, the company has delivered over 30 immersive projects with a dedicated team covering the full pipeline from concept to live operations. Its core lineup includes the Dochebi XR Performance, the AI-powered interactive experience "AI K-Shaman (Between Worlds)," and the virtual ritual performance "Metaverse Miyeojibangdwi," supported by a robust IP portfolio of 6 patents and 9 registered designs. INSPHERE's work has been recognized internationally — with three consecutive years at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe, PAMS Choice selection at the Seoul Performing Arts Market (a first for Jeju), SXSW Sydney selection, and confirmed participation at Ars Electronica 2026.