JAPANESE WOOD INCENSE

The Incense Trio

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Three boxes of Returning Home Incense. One to keep, two to give.

Tuck one into a stocking, bring one to dinner, and keep one for a quiet evening at home.


Returning Home opens warm and resinous with notes of agarwood, then unfolds into an earthy sweetness, like a wooden table with the smoothest patina from years of use. 


Gentle ribbons of sandalwood and temple air linger in the room, quietly settling into the space like it's always been there. Think of a warm home filled with old books.


Made on Awaji Island, where Japanese incense first began.


A scent designed to bring you back to yourself. 

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The Incense Trio

fragrance notes

  • agarwood

    Deep and resinous, with a warm glow.

  • sandalwood

    A spiced, smooth wood. Comforting & familiar.

  • temple air

    Open and dry. A quiet depth that settles into the space.

The origin

It is said that a piece of agarwood washed ashore on Awaji Island in 595 AD. The islanders burned the wood and discovered its beautiful, grounding scent. This was the start to Awaji's deep reverence for fragrance.

With their optimal climate to make and dry incense by the ocean, they began incense production in 1850. They've since been know as the Island of Incense.

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Above, onsen bath basket.

elements

Rooted in Japan's ancient fragrance history, the incense is inspired by elements coming together with balance and harmony.

  • I.

    agarwood

    resin
  • II.

    sandalwood

    wood
  • III.

    temple air

    air
  • IV.

    forest floor

    earth

The Ritual

Taking a moment to pause and punctuate your day helps to create a foundation for a peaceful mind.

1

Light one end of the incense and gently blow out the flame.

2

Place in a heat-resistant holder.

3

Exhale and take a moment to yourself.