Asahi was initially considered either as an "''Asahi ''-class" proper, or simply as an "improved ''Shikishima''-class" battleship, before being repurposed into various auxiliary roles through her carrier. | Asahi was initially considered either as an "''Asahi ''-class" proper, or simply as an "improved ''Shikishima''-class" battleship, before being repurposed into various auxiliary roles through her carrier. |