KURODATOUEN is a Japanese ceramic art gallery in Ginza, Tokyo.

Kyuwa Miwa　三輪休和

1896 Born in Hagi, Yamaguchi prefecture. The second son of Setsudo Miwa Ⅸ.
1910 Began ceramics as family business.
1927 Succeeded to the name of Kyusetsu Ⅹ.
1942 Associated with Handeishi Kawakita.
1967 Handed the reigns of the family over to the younger brother, Setsuo.
Named himself as Kyuwa.
1970 Designated as a Living National Treasure.
1977 Passed away at the age of 86.

Kyusetsu Miwa Sake cup, Hagi ware

Tuesday April 21st, 2015

Jusetsu Miwa

1910 Born in Hagi, Yamaguchi prefecture.
1927 Began ceramics as family business.
1960 Certified as a regular member of Nihon Kogeikai (the Japan Art Crafts Association)
1967 Succeeded to the name of Kyusetsu Miwa.
1972 Designated as intangible cultural property by Yamaguchi Prefecture.
1976 Received Medal with Dark Blue Ribbon.
1982 received the Order of the Sacred Treasure, Gold Rays with Neck Ribbon.
1983 Designated as a Living National Treasure
2003 Handed the reigns of the family over to the first son, Ryusaku.
Named himself as Jusetsu.
2012 Passed away at the age of 102.