Daejeon Metropolitan City selects three 2026 Master Craftsmen

Daejeon Metropolitan City has selected three skilled technicians as the 2026 ‘Daejeon Metropolitan City Masters’ in recognition of their exceptional technical expertise and contributions to local industry.

The selected masters are Jeong Han-cheol (food processing), Ra Young-tae (ceramic arts), and Lee Hyeong-deok (baking and confectionery). The selection followed a three-month evaluation process involving document reviews, field inspections, and interviews conducted by a committee of experts.

Jeong Han-cheol has been active in food processing since 1995 and has received various national honors for his technical skills and community service. Ra Young-tae has specialized in ceramic arts since 1991 and has contributed to the development of local craft souvenirs. Lee Hyeong-deok has worked in the baking and confectionery field since 2000 and has won numerous international and domestic awards.

The honorees will receive certificates, plaques, and an annual incentive of 3 million won for five years. Since the program's inception in 2019, Daejeon has selected a total of 21 masters.