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  • Nippon Kodo Mainichi-Koh Kyara Aloeswood Japanese incense sticks box with 300 sticks, premium woody aloeswood fragrance made in Japan

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Nippon Kodo Mainichi-Koh Kyara Aloeswood Japanese Incense Sticks

Regular price £24.99

Experience the deep, refined aroma of Nippon Kodo Mainichi-Koh Kyara Aloeswood Japanese Incense Sticks, crafted using traditional Japanese incense-making techniques.

Kyara is the highest grade of aloeswood, prized for its rich, complex fragrance. This incense releases a smooth, woody aroma with subtle sweet, resinous and slightly spicy undertones. Elegant and meditative, it creates a calm, grounding atmosphere ideal for daily rituals, relaxation, and quiet reflection.

Part of the long-established Mainichi-Koh range, this incense is designed for everyday use while maintaining the depth and sophistication associated with premium Japanese incense.

  • Key fragrance notes: Aloeswood 
  • Contents: 300 sticks
  • Burn time: Approx 30 mins each
  • Sensing silver mini incense holder sold separately
  • Worldwide shipping available

Japanese incense is widely regarded as the finest in the world, known for its clean burn, premium ingredients and refined fragrance.

FAQs

  • Incense is made from a blend of natural aromatic ingredients - typically woods, resins, herbs, and essential oils that are ground, mixed, and shaped into sticks.

  • You can use incense as often as you like, it really depends on your space and your routine. For most people, one stick a day or a few times a week is ideal. The key is to burn it in a well-ventilated area, allowing the scent to linger naturally without overwhelming the air. Because our incense is made from pure, natural ingredients, it’s gentle enough for regular use, perfect for morning rituals, evening wind-downs, or quiet moments throughout the week.

  • Incense isn’t harmful when it’s made from natural ingredients and burned in moderation with good airflow. The concern comes from synthetic incense, which often contains artificial fragrances, charcoal, and chemical binders that can release irritants when burned.

  • Both create atmosphere in different ways, but it really depends on what’s inside them.

    Most candles on the market are made with synthetic fragrance oils and paraffin wax, which release toxins and soot when burned. It’s something many people aren’t aware of. The glow feels calm, but the air quality often isn’t.

    Our natural Japanese incense burns cleanly and naturally, giving you scent that’s beautiful and better for your space.

    So while both can set a mood, if you care about what you’re breathing, natural incense is the cleaner, more conscious choice.

  • Yes! Japanese incense has a light, refined fragrance that won’t overwhelm small rooms. Just crack a window if you prefer an even softer diffusion.

  • Japanese incense tends to be more refined and gentle compared to Western incense. It’s designed to create a soft, calm atmosphere rather than a heavy, smoky one.