The opening ceremony of Shabu kiln was held on Feb 11 in Huangyan district, Taizhou, East China's Zhejiang province, welcoming cultural envoys from countries including Nigeria and Egypt. After the kiln door opened, the freshly fired celadon pieces, with their jade-like glaze, were revealed.

The envoys immersed themselves in the cultural experience, visiting various stations, including a celadon pottery workshop where they tried their hand at shaping clay.

A cultural envoy tries her hand at shaping clay under the master's guidance. [Photo/Wang Chao]

Another highlight of the day was the Kiln Fire Market, where nearly 30 local creative and food stalls offered unique items. The envoys took part in a puzzle challenge, collecting pieces from seven designated stalls in exchange for limited-edition souvenirs, such as refrigerator magnets and handcrafted ceramic figurines, all featuring traditional Shabu celadon elements.

The cultural envoys visit Kiln Fire Market. [Photo/Wang Chao]

This experience allowed international guests to share the story of celadon culture, marking a new phase of bilateral cultural exchange.

The cultural envoys pose for a group photo during the opening ceremony of Shabu kiln. [Photo/Wang Chao]