Traditional Korean Yugi, Full Starter Set

[Nothyang] 1 Person Full Yugi Set 

Traditionally, every Korean household owned a full set of Yugi (Bangjja) brassware. From tableware to cutlery, Yugi was prized for its exceptional quality, radiant golden sheen, and refined craftsmanship.

Today, Yugi is back in vogue — a return to Korea’s timeless dining tradition that blends beauty, heritage, and everyday practicality.

In the past, Koreans used porcelain bowls during the summer to bring lightness and freshness to the table. But when winter arrived, porcelain was replaced with Yugi — its warm, golden hue made food look more appetizing, and its excellent heat retention kept dishes warm for longer.

After the Korean War, however, the rise of consumer plastics nearly wiped out Korea’s brassware industry. Most workshops closed, and only a handful of artisans kept the tradition alive, preserving the meticulous bangjja method passed down through generations.

Among them, Nothyang (놋향) stands out for its modern interpretation of traditional Korean Yugi.

1-Person Full Yugi Set

Each piece in Nothyang’s 1-Person Full Yugi Set is handcrafted using the time-honored bangjja method, where heated brass is repeatedly hammered to achieve perfect density and form.

The set (9 pieces total) is the ideal way to start your own Yugi collection — containing everything needed for a complete 1-person Korean meal.

Set Includes:

• Rice Bowl × 1

• Rice Bowl Lid × 1

• Soup Bowl × 1

• Medium Banchan Plate × 1

• Small Banchan Plate × 2

• Spoon × 1

• Chopsticks (1 Set) × 1

• Chopstick Holder × 1

Bonus: We’ll include Nothyang’s Yugi Scrub — free of charge — to help you care for your brassware.

Each piece is forged from an exact alloy of 78% copper and 22% tin, resulting in brassware that is strong, durable, and naturally resistant to bending. You’ll immediately notice its premium weight and smooth texture the moment you hold it.

Nothyang has been honored as the #1 Top Winner in “Korea Best Brands” for Yugi Brassware for five consecutive years (as of 2024) and is ISO 9001 certified, ensuring every step of production meets world-class quality standards.

If you’re drawn to traditional Korean tableware, this set is the perfect place to begin — a timeless heirloom that also makes a thoughtful and memorable gift.