Kungyokudo 薫玉堂

Since 1594, Kyoto, Japan

In the third year of Bunroku era (1594), Kungyokudo, a long-established incense company, opened in front of Nishi Honganji temple and they served as an apothecary. From that time, they have been serving many temples, Buddhist establishments, and ceremonies across Japan. With more than 420 years history of heritage, Kungyokudo is Japan’s oldest incense manfacturer which has been making their scents for ceremonies and everyday life of each era. While keeping the tradition and the unique skills of blending natural fragrances and medicinal plants nurtured over a long period of time, they create gentle scents and experience for the present lifestyle.