Heritage Connection Co., Ltd. will present its 3D cinematic video “The 19th-Century Joseon Saingeom” at the Digital Heritage Festa, held in Gongju from September 26 (Friday) to September 28 (Sunday), 2025.

This work is based on the 19th-century Saingeom (四寅劍) of the Joseon dynasty, currently preserved at the Grassi Museum für Völkerkunde in Leipzig, Germany. Inspired by the inscription “Heaven bestows vital energy and Earth nurtures spiritual essence,” the video visually embodies the sword’s spirit of national protection as well as its symbolism of repelling misfortune with the force of thunder and lightning. The intricate patterns engraved on both sides of the scabbard and the majestic metal craftsmanship have been revived through ultra-high-resolution imaging and an 8K precision digital restoration process, presenting a multidimensional view of the aesthetics and technical sophistication of Joseon royal craftsmanship.

By digitizing cultural assets located overseas—often difficult to access in person—this work makes them available for everyone to experience, thereby opening new possibilities for cultural heritage preservation, dissemination, and historical reevaluation. Integrating historical context, artistic beauty, and the potential of digital heritage, this 3D cinematic video reaffirms that the Saingeom is not merely a weapon, but a treasured cultural heritage embodying the spirit of national defense and compassion for the people.

Object: Saingeom (OAs 16975) Collection: Staatliche Ethnographische Sammlungen Sachsen, Staatliche Kunstsammlungen Dresden, Grassi Museum für Völkerkunde Leipzig, Germany. Copyright © Heritage Connection Co., Ltd. 

This digital material and its derivative works are protected under the copyright of Heritage Connection Co., Ltd. Unauthorized use is strictly prohibited.

Heritage Connection Co., Ltd. Signs MoU with the Cultural Heritage Restoration Foundation for the Digital Preservation and Utilization of Korean Cultural Heritage in Japan On May 7, 2025, Heritage Connection Co., Ltd. signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Cultural Heritage Recovery Foundation to promote a joint initiative for the digital preservation and utilization of Korean cultural heritage located in Japan. Through this agreement, the two organizations will collaborate to digitally document and preserve Korean cultural heritage in Japan, and jointly explore avenues for academic research and content development based on the digital assets. In particular, the partnership will focus on building a cooperative framework utilizing 3D scanning technology and digital archiving, with the goal of contributing to the sustainable protection and global dissemination of overseas Korean cultural heritage. Moving forward, Heritage Connection will continue to expand its global collaboration network and lead the development of digital-based models for the restoration and utilization of cultural heritage.

Photo courtesy: Heritage Connection Ltd. Corp.

Heritage Connection’s core technology, “Method and Apparatus for Generating Curated Cultural Heritage Stories,” has been officially registered as a patent as of April 17, 2025. 

This patent serves as a foundational component of our platform service and will play a central role in the development of immersive content and digital curation environments. 

Heritage Connection remains committed to building a sustainable digital cultural ecosystem by bridging technology, art, and heritage through innovative solutions.

Heritage Connection Co., Ltd. has recently published a paper on Development of a Standardization and Integration Platform for Digital 3D Object Data Formats of Korean Cultural Heritage Overseas.

- Title of the Paper: The Need to Develop an Integrated Platform and Standardize Digital 3D Object Data Formats Used to Document Korean Heritage Overseas

- Journal Name: Journal of the Korea Contents Association 

- Journal Type: Domestic Professional Academic Journal (KCI level) 

- Publication Date: October 2024 

This paper addresses ways to expand the creation and utilization of 3D object data for Korean cultural heritage overseas, and improve convenience, through an integrated database platform.

For Inquiries: heritageconnection.01@gmail.com

We are pleased to announce the release of a new publication from Heritage Connection: 

"600 Years of Hanyangdoseong: History, Culture, and the Epic of Virtual Restoration" 

This book presents research findings on the historical background of Hanyangdoseong, the construction methods used, changes to major palace sites, and the virtual restoration project conducted for the "600 Years of Hanyangdoseong: History and Culture Restoration Street" in Seoul.

ISBN 979-11-982438-6-7

Heritage Connection Co., Ltd. has recently published a paper on methods for acquiring digital 3D object data of Korean cultural heritage located overseas. 

- Title of the Paper: A Study on Methods for Acquiring Digital 3D Object Data of Korean Cultural Heritage Overseas 

- Journal Name: Journal of the Korean Institute of Information Technology 

- Journal Type: Domestic Professional Academic Journal (KCI level) 

- Publication Date: October 2023 

This paper addresses the methodology for digitizing valuable Korean cultural heritage located overseas into 3D object data. It is expected to significantly aid in the preservation, restoration, and research of cultural heritage. 

For Inquiries: heritageconnection.01@gmail.com

Master Plan and Design for the Digital Reproduction of Gyeonghuigung Site 

Publisher: Seoul Metropolitan Government 

Publication Registration Number: 51-6110000-003000-01 

Contractor: Byunter Architecture Office Co., Ltd., Heritage Connection Co., Ltd. 

ISBN 979-11-7177-137-0 / Not for Sale, Free

The Seoul Metropolitan Government has digitally restored seven historical sites in Seoul using 3D graphics. 

Explore virtual Seoul and experience 600 years of history together. 

In collaboration with SKONEC Entertainment, the company responsible for development, Heritage Connection Co., Ltd. produced data labeling, detailed architectural layouts, scenarios, and narration subtitles based on historical authentication materials. 

[Link: https://smap.seoul.go.kr/]

<Recommended System Specifications> 

OS: Windows 10 version 1909 and later version 

CPU: Quad-core CPU and higher 

RAM: 8GB and more 

Storage: 3GB and more 

Graphics Card: GeForce GTX 1050 Ti and higher

- Administrative Division: Seoul Metropolitan City 

- Designated Agency: Seoul Business Agency (Seoul Economic Promotion Agency) 

- Demonstration Project Title: Seoul Demonstration Funding Program for the Second Quarter of 2022 

- Key Aspects of the Demonstration: Ultra-high-resolution 3D scanning and modeling (4K resolution and above) for digital assetization and securing digital copyrights of Korean cultural heritage overseas. Integration with Seoul's digital spatial information, including S-Map, to provide an immersive virtual exhibition platform's public service. 

- Service Overview: 

1. Virtual exhibitions are divided into two categories: General Public Viewing and Expert Viewing 

2. Optimized 3D object data allows customizable data features such as artifact exhibition lighting, descriptions, ensuring service delivery without resolution degradation (4K UHD resolution)

3. Implementation of detailed viewing features like 360-degree rotation and zoom, maintaining original quality for meticulous examination

- S-Map Website: smap.seoul.go.kr

 1. Test Name: V&V (Verification & Validation) Test 

 2. Test Subject: Overseas-located Korean Cultural Heritage 3D Modeling Data 

 3. Test Period: September 7th, 2023, to September 8th, 2023 

 4. Determination: PASS