Since the Muromachi period, the refined art of Kumiko (組香), incense-listening ceremony, has been a cherished tradition in Japan. Among its many forms, “Sanshukou” stands out as a masterpiece of sensory play. In this elegant practice, participants “listen to” three distinct scents, identifying their combinations through poetic names inspired by the four seasons and classical literature.
Each combination creates a unique visual and sensory landscape:
Spring - Sakura: The fragrance inspired by beautiful cherry blossoms Yaezahura.
Summer - Sal Tree: A lush harmony inspired by sal tree standing quietly at night.
Autumn – Dew on the Leaves: The fragrance inspired by deepening autumn colours of foliage
Winter – Snow on the White Plum Blossom: The fragrance inspired by white plum blossoms that add dignified colour to snow landscapes
This refined incense stick produces very little smoke.
Contents: Sakura x 1 bundle, Sal tree x 1 bundle, Autumn Leaves x 1 bundle, White plum blossom x 1 bundle. 1 bundle of 20g each.
Size (Outer dimensions): Approximately 180 x 140 x 22 mm
Burning time: Approximately 20-25 minutes (per trip)
Manufacturer: Kosaido Co., Ltd.
Precautions for use
- After lighting the tip of the incense, extinguish the flame and let the smoke waft.
- After lighting, place the incense in an incense holder made of non-combustible material.
- Use a tray or similar item to catch the ash under the incense holder.
- Do not use near flammable materials or in windy areas.
- Even after the smoke has disappeared, embers may remain, so handle with extreme care.
- Keep out of reach of children.
Since the Muromachi period, the refined art of Kumiko (組香), incense-listening ceremony, has been a cherished tradition in Japan. Among its many forms, “Sanshukou” stands out as a masterpiece of sensory play. In this elegant practice, participants “listen to” three distinct scents, identifying their combinations through poetic names inspired by the four seasons and classical literature.
Each combination creates a unique visual and sensory landscape:
Spring - Sakura: The fragrance inspired by beautiful cherry blossoms Yaezahura.
Summer - Sal Tree: A lush harmony inspired by sal tree standing quietly at night.
Autumn – Dew on the Leaves: The fragrance inspired by deepening autumn colours of foliage
Winter – Snow on the White Plum Blossom: The fragrance inspired by white plum blossoms that add dignified colour to snow landscapes
This refined incense stick produces very little smoke.
Contents: Sakura x 1 bundle, Sal tree x 1 bundle, Autumn Leaves x 1 bundle, White plum blossom x 1 bundle. 1 bundle of 20g each.
Size (Outer dimensions): Approximately 180 x 140 x 22 mm
Burning time: Approximately 20-25 minutes (per trip)
Manufacturer: Kosaido Co., Ltd.
Precautions for use
- After lighting the tip of the incense, extinguish the flame and let the smoke waft.
- After lighting, place the incense in an incense holder made of non-combustible material.
- Use a tray or similar item to catch the ash under the incense holder.
- Do not use near flammable materials or in windy areas.
- Even after the smoke has disappeared, embers may remain, so handle with extreme care.
- Keep out of reach of children.
