Oedo-koh Cherry Blossom Incense

OEDO-KOH incense is a high quality Japanese incense made by Nippon Kodo. This series was created to represent a range of scenes inspired by the art, craft and culture of old Edo – the Japanese city now known as Toyko. Each of the six incense in this series tell a different story of a type of person from this era As you light the incense, an enticing wisp of smoke beckons you to Edo’s urbane world of iki (which means an urban "dandyism" of the Edo era). The aroma will send you back in time and may awaken memories that lie deep within The incense is nestled in a paulownia box while the packaging is adorned with Japanese patterns in traditional colours. Ukiyo-e paintings are printed on the inside of the box, expressing the aesthetic of the Edo period Each incense includes a metal incense holder that resembles the stone pavements of Edo Cherry Blossom: The custom of cherry blossom viewing took hold during the Edo Period. Cherry blossom viewings were also an opportunity for Edo denizens to meet one another, present themselves and perform. The captivating scent of cherry blossoms heralds Spring's arrival Size 60 Sticks - Approximately 12 min burn time per stick Metal Incense Holder - One Size Materials & Care The incense holder can be cleaned by rinsing with water and wiping dry with a cloth This incense has no bamboo core which allows for a clean burning, pure scent

Price: £30.00 from La Gent