Chanoyu Japanese Tea Ceremony Kama - Kettle

釜 Kama (pot) used for heating water for tea ceremony. 平丸筋入釜: Hiramarusujiirikama Hiramaru sujiiri-style kama. Crafted by 高橋敬典 Takahashi Keiten (1920-2009). A native of Yamagata prefecture, Takahashi Keiten was recognized as a Living National Treasure in metalworking, specifically, for crafting chanoyu-gama, tea kettles used in Japanese tea ceremony. Cast Iron Kettle  Bronze Kettle Lid  Showa Era (1926-1989) 10" x 6.5" (diameter, height) 釜師: Kamashi / 高橋敬典 Takahashi Keiten (1920-2009)