Shoyeido Incense Kohwa "Shirakawa" Stick Type, 80 Sticks | Kyoto's Finest Incense | Made in Japan
Japanese Incense | Kohwa Shirakawa | 80 Sticks | Shoyeido | Kyoto | Premium Incense
[The Purest Expression of Japanese Incense - Shoyeido Kohwa "Shirakawa" 80 Sticks] Made in Japan
■ Product Features
Shoyeido has been manufacturing incense in Kyoto since 1705—over three centuries of continuous production by the Hata family, who have served as official incense masters to the Imperial Household. Shoyeido is internationally recognized as Japan's most sophisticated incense house, known for its commitment to traditional natural ingredient recipes that have remained virtually unchanged for generations.
The "Kohwa" (meaning "harmony of incense") series is Shoyeido's premium collection—scents developed to meet the standards of traditional Japanese incense ceremonies (Kodo), where incense appreciation is treated as a meditative art comparable to the tea ceremony (Chado) or flower arranging (Kado). Within the Kohwa series, "Shirakawa" is named after a historic waterway flowing through Kyoto, evoking the clean, flowing quality of a clear stream.
The scent of Shirakawa is characterized by its purity—a clean, elegant composition built around premium woods and resins without sweetness or heaviness. It is a scent designed for focused presence and meditation, not as an environmental fragrance.
■ Recommended For
Those who practice or are curious about Kodo (Japanese incense ceremony); those seeking the finest Japanese incense for meditation or yoga; collectors of authentic Japanese cultural products; those who wish to give a sophisticated Japanese luxury gift; those who appreciate clean, meditative scents.
■ Contents
Shoyeido Incense Kohwa "Shirakawa" Stick Type, 80 Sticks - Genuine Product from Japan
■ Main Ingredients/Materials
Premium natural woods, resins, and botanical ingredients - Shoyeido's traditional recipe; No synthetic fragrances; No charcoal (binder found in many incenses)
■ How to Use
Place one stick on an incense holder. Light the tip and hold the flame for a few seconds, then gently blow it out. The stick should glow and emit a thin thread of smoke. Allow the room to settle before introducing stronger air movement.
■ Precautions
Do not leave burning incense unattended. Keep away from flammable materials. Ensure adequate ventilation. Keep away from children and pets. Ash is hot - use an appropriate incense holder.
■ Shipping
Genuine products purchased legally in Japan are delivered worldwide from our warehouse in Japan. Authenticity guaranteed, direct shipping from Japan for your peace of mind.
* The displayed price includes shipping costs from our store to the warehouse in Japan.
| Product # | M_1 |
|---|---|
| Weight | 140 g |
| Product package size | 8 x 4 x 16 cm |
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