Japanese Incense Sticks Nippon Oedo-Koh Water Drop

Product description Japanese Incense Sticks Nippon Oedo-Koh Water Drop

The Oedo-Koh incense sticks belong to the premium collection by Nippon Kodo, inspired by the life and culture of historical Edo, present-day Tokyo. Six unique fragrances transport you to the atmosphere of Japan's past — its traditional festivals, blooming parks, bustling streets, and tranquil tea houses.

They are crafted by Japanese master perfumers in Tokyo, drawing on a long-standing tradition of incense making. The elegant packaging is equally noteworthy, featuring traditional Japanese motifs and housing the sticks in a paulownia wood box along with a small tin incense holder.

Oedo-Koh Water Drop - the scent of traditional Japanese bathhouses

Dusk at the bathhouse, where neighbors laugh and chat, and the air carries the warmth of water and flowers. The Water Drop fragrance captures the friendly atmosphere of the public baths of the Edo period. During the Edo era (1603–1868), people did not have bathtubs or showers at home — public bathhouses served everyone, regardless of age, gender, or social standing. Since everyone was unclothed and people mingled freely across all classes, the bathhouse was a place of true equality. A beloved and essential part of the public bath experience was fragrance, traditionally crafted from floral essences. The Water Drop scent is clean, light, and refreshing, with a delicate floral base.

Why choose Oedo-Koh incense sticks?

• Water Drop fragrance – clean, light, and refreshing with a gentle floral base, inspired by the atmosphere of traditional Edo-period Japanese bathhouses
• Oedo-Koh collection – inspired by the atmosphere of old Edo, Japan's capital during the shogunate era, known today as Tokyo
• Inspired by the public bathhouses of old Edo and the delicate floral scented waters used after bathing
• Compact length of approx. 5.7 cm – shorter than standard incense sticks, yet offering a pleasant burn time of approximately 12 minutes
• Paulownia wood box – decorated with Japanese motifs inspired by historical artwork
• Tin incense holder included – its design is reminiscent of the stone paving of old Edo
• Japanese manufacturer Nippon Kodo: One of the most respected Japanese incense brands with over 400 years of tradition

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.

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