Kousaido Incense // Koto No Kaori HASU

Rooted in the ancient city of Kyoto, Kousaido has dedicated itself to crafting fragrances for an incense collection that capture the essence of Japan’s rich cultural heritage. Inspired by Kyoto’s traditions, their scents aim to offer moments of tranquility and connection in the midst of today’s fast-paced world. Each fragrance is a tribute to the art of incense, inviting a sense of calm and a touch of elegance to everyday life.

Meaning "fragrance of the ancient capital," Koto no Kaori is an incense collection designed to evoke the quintessential scents of old Kyoto. Each set is packaged in a beautiful reusable wooden box with engraved kanji, making it perfect for gifting.

Did you know: Japanese incense has a long cultural history. It came to Japan with Buddhism and was used for prayer and purification. Later, fragrance appreciation developed into Kodo, “the Way of Incense,” where people traditionally speak of “listening” to fragrance. Today incense is used both in religious settings and in daily life for reflection, relaxation, and atmosphere.

Scent: HASU (a lotus flower in a Japanese garden pond, with borneol, lotus, and bergamot notes)

Contents: 30 mini sticks

Package: approx. 3.8" x 1.9" x 0.9" 

Burning time: Approx. 15-17 minutes (per stick)

Caution for use: After lighting the tip of the incense, extinguish the flame and let the smoke waft out. After the smoke has ignited, place the incense in an incense burner made of nonflammable material.