Joesei Sato was a kama (tea kettle) craftsman from Yamagata Prefecture and the eldest son of Seikou Sato. He studied under Sanzo Negoro and became a holder of Important Intangible Cultural Property (Living National Treasure). Joesei Sato (さとう じょうせい) "Brief Biography" 1916: Born in Yamagata Prefecture Holder of Important Intangible Cultural Property Studied under Sanzo Negoro 1977: Certified as a Traditional Craftsman by the government Awarded the title of "Okamashi" (Official Kettle Maker) from Daitoku-ji Temple in Kyoto 1989: Received the Mokichi Saito Culture Award 1992: Awarded the Order of the Sacred Treasure, Sixth Class 1996: Passed away ★Please ask any questions before purchasing. ★This is a used item. Please refrain from purchasing if you are expecting a new item. ★Cancellations are not accepted after shipping. ★Please refrain from bidding if you are overly concerned about minor details. Please consider carefully before purchasing.