1886-1940
male
mumyoi pottery
Studied ceramics at the studio of the 3rd generation Miura Jyozan of Mumyoi ware in Sado. Served as the Factory Chief under the name of Shizan.
Later became independent in 1920 and took on the artist name of Shibunken Hazan.
Researched the glazes of blue stones, yellow stones, and dolomite and succeeded in creating lustrous color. Left glazed masterpieces of teapots, vases, and incense burners. Also left Mishimade works collectively known as Hazan ware.
