Sugimoto Sadamitsu 1935 Born in Tokyo 1968 Built a hole kiln in the mountains of Shigaraki Began creating Shigaraki tea pottery and reliefs 1974 Received instruction from Master Daiki Tachibana of Daitokuji Temple, a tradition he continues to this day Created reliefs for the Okinawa Ocean Expo (ending his relief work) 1979 Began researching and creating Iga tea pottery Solo exhibition at Nyoian Temple, Daitokuji Temple Solo exhibition at Kochukyo, Nihonbashi Since then, he has held solo exhibitions in various locations 1981 Began research and production of Chojiro-style black tea bowls and Koetsu-style red tea bowls. 1985 Began research and production of Goryeo ware, Ido, and Kohiki pottery. 1995 Presented sculptures using natural ash glazes. 1997 Presented sculptures using glazes. Presented Koetsu-style white tea bowls. 1999 Rediscovered and researched ancient Shigaraki clay, and presented the results. 2002 Presented an Ido tea bowl to commemorate the enthronement of Kenninji Temple in Kyoto. With original signed and sealed tomobako. Measurements: diameter: 12 cm height: 25 cm Good condition, there could be signs of age and wear from normal use, marks, stains, scratches, rubbing, kiln marks, kiln crack; please, see pictures for actual condition. Registered shipping with tracking number, well packed for safe and fast delivering!