This type of earthenware was created by the 1st generation Idaka Kizan in 1924 by recreating Mikasa ware using the volcanic ash from Mount Asama in Karuizawa, which its revised name originates from.
Since earthenware (Asama ware) could only be produced during the summer in this area, this kiln was only used as a hobby kiln by Kizan, but he continued to produce Asama ware until his late years, as he created matcha tea sets and other masterpieces.
