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Made of white porcelain with a light crackle glaze and blue details, the rabbit sits on a removable base which holds both stick and cone incense  The fine wisp of fragrant smoke is released behind the ears.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"NIPPON KODO","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":28378005970,"sku":"NK-975-528","price":45.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0041\/3842\/products\/Rabbit_Incense_Holder.jpg?v=1619567625"},{"product_id":"turtle-incense-holder","title":"Turtle Incense Holder","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"current-comment js-friendly-links js-open-card\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCharming green, cast iron turtle incense \"pet\" from Hakuhodo Sumitani Saburo \u0026amp; Co established in 1939 and famous for it's metal arts. Remove the shell to burn stick or cone incense using the porcelain holder that is also included.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConsider enjoying Nippon Kodo Aloeswood incense with this product.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"SAIKAI","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":28380586962,"sku":"SA-300702","price":56.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0041\/3842\/products\/Turtle_Incense_Holder.jpg?v=1619027607"},{"product_id":"gold-cube-incense-burner","title":"Gold Cube Incense Burner","description":"\u003cp\u003eDelightfully modern Japanese incense burner from Hakuhodo Sumitani Saburo \u0026amp; Co established in 1939 and famous for it's metal arts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlso available in silver.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SAIKAI","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":28381835410,"sku":"SA-TS121","price":21.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0041\/3842\/products\/Gold_Cube_Incense_Holder.jpg?v=1619033538"},{"product_id":"silver-cube-incense-burner","title":"Silver Cube Incense Burner","description":"\u003cp\u003eDelightfully modern Japanese incense burner from Hakuhodo Sumitani Saburo \u0026amp; Co established in 1939 and famous for it's metal arts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlso available in gold.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SAIKAI","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":28381961362,"sku":"SA-TS122","price":21.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0041\/3842\/products\/Silver_Cube_Incense_Holder.jpg?v=1619033639"},{"product_id":"japanese-sandalwood-incense","title":"Japanese Mainichi Byakudan Incense (Sandalwood)","description":"\u003cdiv itemprop=\"description\" class=\"description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSandalwood is a heavy, yellow, fine grained wood from trees in the genus \u003cem\u003eSantalum\u003c\/em\u003e. The scent is distinct: warm, woody, soothing and creamy. \u003cem\u003e150 incense sticks. \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eLeaf Holder not included.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-open-accessibility-text-original=\"14px\"\u003eNIPPON KODO - established 1575\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-open-accessibility-text-original=\"14px\"\u003eWithout question, Japan creates some of the finest incense in the world.  Used in ceremonies, at home or in temples, the burning of incense serves to purify, provide offerings to the spirit world or carry messages to the heavens. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-open-accessibility-text-original=\"14px\"\u003eNippon Kodo's devotion to making fine incense follows a long and honored tradition that started more than 400 years ago and can be traced back to Jyuemon Takai, better known as Koju, a skilled artisan in the art and the principal provider of precious rare and exquisite aromas to the Emperor of Japan and his Court.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-open-accessibility-text-original=\"14px\"\u003eMany of those pleasing and enduring high-quality incense fragrances, which the company continues to produce to this day, are based on the original formulas created by Koju and later by Yujiro Kito, who was hailed as the genius of fragrance during the Meiji restoration period in the 19th century - around the time that Japan opened its doors to the world and began to modernize itself.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-open-accessibility-text-original=\"14px\"\u003eBrought to Japan in the eighth century by Buddhist monks, who used the mystical aromas in their religious ceremonies, \"Koh\", as incense is called in Japanese, passed into the realm of the aristocracy centuries later as a source of amusement and enlightenment as they \"listened to the fragrance\" in their parlor games.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-open-accessibility-text-original=\"14px\"\u003eIt wasn't until the 14th century in the Muromachi Era that incense reached the height of its popularity with the upper and middle classes of Japanese society, who used it as a mark of distinction and sophistication and to dispel unpleasant odors. 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The brass sphere (available in natural brass or black patina ) sits upon a ring allowing you to pivot the incense in any direction within the solid brass tray.  Ideal for enjoying the exquisite and ancient fragrances of Nippon Kodo.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SAIKAI","offers":[{"title":"Black","offer_id":31468433506370,"sku":"SA-TS812","price":16.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Brass","offer_id":31468433473602,"sku":"SA-TS123","price":16.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0041\/3842\/products\/Bellocq_20201118_SphereIncenseBurners1_0059.jpg?v=1607614907"},{"product_id":"daigen-koh-rosewood-incense","title":"Daigen-Koh Rosewood Incense","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWithout question, Japan creates some of the finest incense in the world.  Used in ceremonies, at home or in temples, the burning of incense serves to purify, provide offerings to the spirit world or carry messages to the heavens. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDaigen-Koh Rosewood, is extra-long, and perfect for meditation and having moments of deep thoughts and inspiration. The incense contains a high-grade sandalwood and medical herbs, blended together to give a gentle fragrance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eEach slender scarlet bundle includes 30 (25cm) sticks; Burn Time: 75 minutes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eHandcrafted by Nippon Kodo, established 1575\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAbout the Artisan:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe venerable incense house, Nippon Kodo, has been devoted to the art of incense fabrication following a long and honored tradition dating back to the 16th Century. It's history can be traced back to Jyuemon Takai, better known as Koju, a skilled artisan in the art and the principal provider of precious rare and exquisite aromas to the Emperor of Japan and his Court.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMany of the pleasing and enduring high-quality incense fragrances, which the company continues to produce to this day, are based on the original formulas created by Koju and later by Yujiro Kito, who was hailed as the genius of fragrance during the Meiji restoration period in the 19th century - around the time that Japan opened its doors to the world and began to modernize itself.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAbout the Tradition of Incense:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBrought to Japan in the eighth century by Buddhist monks, who used the mystical aromas in their religious ceremonies, \"Koh\", as incense is called in Japanese, passed into the realm of the aristocracy centuries later as a source of amusement and enlightenment as they \"listened to the fragrance\" in their parlor games.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIt wasn't until the 14th century in the Muromachi Era that incense reached the height of its popularity with the upper and middle classes of Japanese society, who used it as a mark of distinction and sophistication and to dispel unpleasant odors. 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Hiba wood is naturally an antiseptic, water-resistant, insect-repelling, and a calming aromatic. \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e100% natural, our closet incense is gathered sustainably and a sensible by-product of forest thinning practices throughout Japan. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eInfused with the natural power of Hinokitiol and B-Dolabrin essential oils, these delicate sachets of fragrant cypress wood shavings release the calming essence of ancient woodlands, enveloping your linens and garments in a serene, forest-fresh scent while keeping pesky clothing moths at bay.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eEach package contains three closet incense sachets.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Cul de Sac","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39576676270146,"sku":"CJ-0037","price":28.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0041\/3842\/products\/H21_Bellocq-ClosetIncense-1504.jpg?v=1636389801"},{"product_id":"kyara-botan-superior-aloeswood","title":"Kyara Botan Superior Aloeswood Incense","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eKyara\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eis the highest grade of agarwood produced in a small area of Vietnam. Aloeswood also known as agarwood, and oud, is a dark, resinous response to an infectious agent in the heartwood from the Aquilaria tree. Highly fragrant, with notes of musk, amber, light floral, and vanilla, it is positively beguiling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-open-accessibility-text-original=\"14px\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eNIPPON KODO - established 1575\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-open-accessibility-text-original=\"14px\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWithout question, Japan creates some of the finest incense in the world.  Used in ceremonies, at home or in temples, the burning of incense serves to purify, provide offerings to the spirit world or carry messages to the heavens. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-open-accessibility-text-original=\"14px\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eNippon Kodo's devotion to making fine incense follows a long and honored tradition that started more than 400 years ago and can be traced back to Jyuemon Takai, better known as Koju, a skilled artisan in the art and the principal provider of precious rare and exquisite aromas to the Emperor of Japan and his Court.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-open-accessibility-text-original=\"14px\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMany of those pleasing and enduring high-quality incense fragrances, which the company continues to produce to this day, are based on the original formulas created by Koju and later by Yujiro Kito, who was hailed as the genius of fragrance during the Meiji restoration period in the 19th century - around the time that Japan opened its doors to the world and began to modernize itself.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-open-accessibility-text-original=\"14px\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBrought to Japan in the eighth century by Buddhist monks, who used the mystical aromas in their religious ceremonies, \"Koh\", as incense is called in Japanese, passed into the realm of the aristocracy centuries later as a source of amusement and enlightenment as they \"listened to the fragrance\" in their parlor games.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-open-accessibility-text-original=\"14px\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIt wasn't until the 14th century in the Muromachi Era that incense reached the height of its popularity with the upper and middle classes of Japanese society, who used it as a mark of distinction and sophistication and to dispel unpleasant odors. 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Highly fragrant, with notes of musk, amber, light floral, and vanilla, it is positively beguiling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-open-accessibility-text-original=\"14px\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eNIPPON KODO - established 1575\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-open-accessibility-text-original=\"14px\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWithout question, Japan creates some of the finest incense in the world.  Used in ceremonies, at home or in temples, the burning of incense serves to purify, provide offerings to the spirit world or carry messages to the heavens. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-open-accessibility-text-original=\"14px\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eNippon Kodo's devotion to making fine incense follows a long and honored tradition that started more than 400 years ago and can be traced back to Jyuemon Takai, better known as Koju, a skilled artisan in the art and the principal provider of precious rare and exquisite aromas to the Emperor of Japan and his Court.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-open-accessibility-text-original=\"14px\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMany of those pleasing and enduring high-quality incense fragrances, which the company continues to produce to this day, are based on the original formulas created by Koju and later by Yujiro Kito, who was hailed as the genius of fragrance during the Meiji restoration period in the 19th century - around the time that Japan opened its doors to the world and began to modernize itself.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-open-accessibility-text-original=\"14px\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBrought to Japan in the eighth century by Buddhist monks, who used the mystical aromas in their religious ceremonies, \"Koh\", as incense is called in Japanese, passed into the realm of the aristocracy centuries later as a source of amusement and enlightenment as they \"listened to the fragrance\" in their parlor games.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-open-accessibility-text-original=\"14px\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIt wasn't until the 14th century in the Muromachi Era that incense reached the height of its popularity with the upper and middle classes of Japanese society, who used it as a mark of distinction and sophistication and to dispel unpleasant odors. 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We use this charming broom to sweep up incense ash and other small messes around the home, office and garden. It's remarkably useful and satisfying.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe family who makes this product has been in business since 1880.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SAIKAI","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40277817688130,"sku":"SA-TS966","price":29.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0041\/3842\/files\/Bellocq-Broom-1.jpg?v=1682629643"},{"product_id":"temple-incense-burner","title":"Temple Incense Burner","description":"\u003cp\u003eCrafted from hand-forged cast iron, the Temple Incense Burner is a stylish way to scent your home or when strategically positioned, repel pesky mosquitoes in the garden.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"MIYA","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40285421174850,"sku":"MI-520-023","price":100.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0041\/3842\/files\/Bellocq-Iron-Incense-Holder-1.jpg?v=1682627201"},{"product_id":"kyara-taikan-incense","title":"Kyara Taikan Incense","description":"\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKnown for its rich, complex, and refined fragrance, Kyara aloeswood  is often described as deep, sweet, and transcendent. \u003c\/span\u003eBecause of the rarity of the Aquilaria trees that produce Kyara, along with the labor-intensive process of extraction, Kyara aloeswood is one of the most expensive and sought-after materials in the world of incense and perfumery. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex-1 overflow-hidden\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"react-scroll-to-bottom--css-xdevl-79elbk h-full\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"react-scroll-to-bottom--css-xdevl-1n7m0yu targeted-reply-thread-scroller relative\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex flex-col text-sm gizmo:pb-9 dark:bg-gray-800 gizmo:dark:bg-transparent\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"w-full text-token-text-primary border-b border-black\/10 gizmo:border-0 dark:border-gray-900\/50 gizmo:dark:border-0 bg-gray-50 gizmo:bg-transparent dark:bg-[#444654] gizmo:dark:bg-transparent\" data-testid=\"conversation-turn-45\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"p-4 gizmo:py-2 justify-center text-base md:gap-6 md:py-6 m-auto\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex flex-1 gap-4 text-base mx-auto md:gap-6 gizmo:gap-3 gizmo:md:px-5 gizmo:lg:px-1 gizmo:xl:px-5 md:max-w-2xl lg:max-w-[38rem] gizmo:md:max-w-3xl gizmo:lg:max-w-[40rem] gizmo:xl:max-w-[48rem] xl:max-w-3xl } group final-completion\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"relative flex w-[calc(100%-50px)] flex-col gizmo:w-full lg:w-[calc(100%-115px)] agent-turn\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex-col gap-1 md:gap-3\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex flex-grow flex-col max-w-full gap-3 gizmo:gap-0\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-message-author-role=\"assistant\" data-message-id=\"3838db80-3a9f-4d09-a75f-d9370b6ca5d0\" class=\"min-h-[20px] text-message peer flex flex-col items-start gap-3 whitespace-pre-wrap break-words peer-[.text-message]:mt-5 overflow-x-auto\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"markdown prose w-full break-words dark:prose-invert light\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eConsidered the finest aloeswood in the world, Kyara is primarily harvested in a limited region of South-East Asia, with Vietnam being a central and renowned location for its cultivation and extraction. Obtaining \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ethis rare substance is an arduous task, and its perceived value surpasses that of gold. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe resinous heartwood of the Aquilaria tree, inoculated by a specific fungus, produces the revered aloeswood. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-open-accessibility-text-original=\"14px\"\u003eWithout question, Japan creates some of the finest incense in the world.  Used in ceremonies, at home or in temples, the burning of incense serves to purify, provide offerings to the spirit world or carry messages to the heavens. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-open-accessibility-text-original=\"14px\"\u003eNippon Kodo's devotion to making fine incense follows a long and honored tradition that started more than 400 years ago and can be traced back to Jyuemon Takai, better known as Koju, a skilled artisan in the art and the principal provider of precious rare and exquisite aromas to the Emperor of Japan and his Court.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-open-accessibility-text-original=\"14px\"\u003eMany of those pleasing and enduring high-quality incense fragrances, which the company continues to produce to this day, are based on the original formulas created by Koju and later by Yujiro Kito, who was hailed as the genius of fragrance during the Meiji restoration period in the 19th century - around the time that Japan opened its doors to the world and began to modernize itself.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-open-accessibility-text-original=\"14px\"\u003eBrought to Japan in the eighth century by Buddhist monks, who used the mystical aromas in their religious ceremonies, \"Koh\", as incense is called in Japanese, passed into the realm of the aristocracy centuries later as a source of amusement and enlightenment as they \"listened to the fragrance\" in their parlor games.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-open-accessibility-text-original=\"14px\"\u003eIt wasn't until the 14th century in the Muromachi Era that incense reached the height of its popularity with the upper and middle classes of Japanese society, who used it as a mark of distinction and sophistication and to dispel unpleasant odors. 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