How a 96-Year-Old Bronzeware Master Makes Yugi Pots by Hand

How a 96-Year-Old Bronzeware Master Makes Yugi Pots by Hand

Handmade Heritage
Handmade Heritage
2026. 7. 26.

In Korea, 96-year-old grandmaster and founder of Napcheong Yugi, Bong Ju Lee, is among the only people in the world making traditional yugi, also known as Bangjja — a Korean type of hand-forged bronzeware. See his master craftsmanship, dedication to detail, and how he is teaching his son to continue his legacy.

Credits:
Producer: Carla Francescutti
Director/Producer: Nadia Cho
Camera: Gerald Lee, Tim Han
Subtitles: Vicky Won
Editor: Carla Francescutti

Executive Producer: Stephen Pelletteri
Development Producer: McGraw Wolfman
Supervising Producer: Stefania Orrù
Audience Development Manager: Terri Ciccone