Japanese Incense Sticks Nippon KOHDEN Sandalwood

Product description Japanese Incense Sticks Nippon KOHDEN Sandalwood

Nippon KOHDEN Sandalwood Japanese Incense Sticks are part of the refined collection of traditional fragrances by Nippon Kodo, inspired by rare aromatic materials that made their way to Japan along the Silk Road over the centuries. Each scent in this series follows its own recipe, combining fragrant woods, herbs, spices, and other carefully selected ingredients.

Sandalwood is prized for its warm, gently sweet scent with soft woody notes. In the Kohden Sandalwood sticks, it is complemented by aromatic mugwort and ginger. The herbal freshness gradually weaves through the soft sandalwood fragrance, while ginger adds a subtle spicy touch. The overall composition is delicate, refined, and pleasantly warm — perfect for reading, meditation, or a quiet evening.

The sticks are coreless (no bamboo core), measure approximately 14 cm, and each burns for around 30 minutes. The elegant box, decorated with a traditional Japanese botanical motif, contains 40 sticks wrapped in fine paper. A holder is also included.

Why choose Kohden Sandalwood incense sticks?

• Sandalwood fragrance – warm, soft, and gently sweet, complemented by the freshness of mugwort and the spice of ginger.
• Authentic Japanese recipe – carefully selected sandalwood blended with herbs and spices.
• KOHDEN collection – traditional aromatic materials and recipes inspired by the history of Japanese incense arts.
• Coreless design – pure fragrance, minimal smoke.
• Elegant gift packaging – 40 incense sticks and a holder in a decorative box.
• Ceramic holder included – a compact holder designed for Japanese-style incense sticks.
• Made in Japan by Nippon Kodo – one of Japan's most renowned incense makers with centuries of heritage.
• Ideal for meditation, relaxation, and spiritual practices – sandalwood is a classic scent for calming the mind and turning attention inward.

Nippon Kodo – over 400 years of Japanese fragrance tradition

Nippon Kodo is one of the most respected and renowned incense manufacturers in the world. Their story began over 400 years ago, when master perfumers created aromatic compositions for the Japanese imperial court. Deep knowledge of precious woods, herbs, and natural aromatic materials has been passed down from generation to generation, forming the foundation of everything Nippon Kodo creates to this day. Every stick carries a piece of that tradition — precise craftsmanship, finely balanced fragrances, and the distinctly Japanese sensitivity for harmony and detail.

How to use incense sticks?

1. Light the tip of the stick and let it glow for a moment.
2. Extinguish the flame with a quick wave of your hand.
3. Place the stick in a dedicated incense holder or insert it into sand.
4. Once the stick has finished burning, ventilate the room.

Find our tips on how to choose the right incense sticks for you on our blog.

Safety warning: Never leave a burning incense stick unattended. Do not use incense sticks near flammable objects. Do not inhale the smoke directly. Keep out of reach of children.

* Information for trade partners: Wholesale packaging contains 6 boxes of incense sticks.

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