Volunteers in Cheongdo are seen here gearing up for setting a new world record for dyeing fabric with persimmon juice (yes, there apparently is a world record for this.) In northeast Asia, but largely in Korea, the dyeing of fabric with persimmon juice is a long-standing practice that still is done to this day. Persimmon dyed fabric, often used for clothing, is known to preserve cotton better against water, sweat and bacteria. Ever been to a jjimjilbang and donned some dark orange clothing? Well, you’re wearing persimmon-dyed fabric. Anyways, these folks in nearby Cheongdo are using over 600 liters of persimmon juice on over 696 meters of fabric, which will given them the record.
Source: Imaeil