The expression of the plum tree
Kobunboku means 'plum tree', an important tree for the Japanese people, with its blossom known as 'the flower of peace'.
It represents the awakening of the senses, just like the appearance of plum blossom in spring represents the awakening of the earth.
This classic Japanese wooden box giftset contains 3 great aloeswood incense.
Bikou or 'delicate scent'
Ingredients
A traditional mix of Chinese herbs, with a little aloeswood and sandalwood.
Aroma
Very soft and fresh herbal scent, with in the background a hint of aloeswood and sandalwood.
Use
A classic Japanese incense, suited for daily use.
Makes a good house-incense.
Specifications
80 gram, approx. 200 sticks (14 cm long)
Kaden or 'family secret'
Ingredients
A traditional mix of Chinese herbs, with a little aloeswood and sandalwood.
Aroma
Recognisable aroma of aloeswood and sandalwood, warm and herbal, but very soft; the herbs are more prominent present.
This soft scent is enjoyable to everyone not only the sandalwood and aloeswood affectionada's.
Use
A classic Japanese incense, suited for your daily meditation.
Due to its soft aroma, this incense also makes a good house-incense.
Specifications
80 gram, approx. 200 sticks (14 cm long)
Tokusen or 'excellent'
Ingredients
A traditional mix of Chinese herbs, with a little aloeswood and sandalwood.
Aroma
Recognisable aroma of aloeswood and sandalwood, warm and herbal, reminiscent of Kaden but with more aloeswood present.
This scent is more sophisticated and complex; it demands more commitment but the rewards is also much greater.
Use
A classic Japanese incense, suited for your deep meditation or to be burnt when enteraining special guests.
Specifications
50 grams, approx. 125 sticks (14 cm long)
