Kungyokudo Incense Sachet – Gion Maiko
USD$15.30
incense sachet in linen pouch with silk tassel
Made in Japan
4.5cm x 5.5cm
In stock
Traditional Japanese incense sachet from Kyoto’s ancient incense maker Kungyokudo. Filled with fragrance derived from Kyoto, this little pouch is made from handwoven hemp with a silk tassel.
Store in closets or letterboxes and enjoy a subtle scent of sweetness.
Keep one in your bag or inside the car to always travel with a fresh scent of Japan.
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Immediately uplifting and cheerful, Gion Maiko’s sweet and luxurious blend of Sandalwood is inspired by the innocent scent of a young Geisha’s fragrant face powder.
KUNGYOKUDO
Since 1594
Kyoto, Japan
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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 head temples of each school of Buddhism across Japan.
With more than 420 years history of heritage, Kungyokudo is Japan’s oldest incense supplier which has been making the scent 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.
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