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.