[5] It is classified as an Oraegage, a historic store, by the Seoul Metropolitan Government.
[6] The company reports to having been founded in 1956 by Bong Ju Lee (이봉주).
[7] In 1983, in recognition of his craftsmanship, he was designated Living National Treasure No.
[7][8] Lee's son reportedly took over the business after his father retired.
[8] When United States President George W. Bush visited South Korea in 2002, the South Korean presidential residence the Blue House used tableware made by Napcheong at a state dinner for Bush; a tableware set was given to Bush after his visit.