Japanese incense, or "kōdō" (香道), is a centuries-old tradition used for religious rituals, meditation, and pure enjoyment of fragrances. It provides a unique sensory experience, connecting people to Japanese culture, promoting relaxation, and creating a contemplative atmosphere in both formal ceremonies and daily life.
Hinoki 檜 (smokeless)
Sawayaka Hinoki Incense by Baieido is a tribute to the Japanese revered Hinoki Cypress* Tree.
Sawayaka Hinoki incense is made using pure rare Hinoki essential oil, which by Japanese law can only be extracted from trees that have fallen or naturally died.
This incense is a low-smoke variety that truly delivers all the clarity and subtlety of this exotic, beautiful pine forest scent.
*Hinoki Cypress is a very slow-growing evergreen tree in Japan that is traditionally used to build religious temples in Japan.
$18/roll, 40 sticks, Includes a hand made traditional ceramic incense stand.
What is Japanese Gel?
Japanese gel, originating in Japan and gaining global popularity, is renowned for its high quality and unique texture.
Unlike typical gel polish, it offers a variety of textures, hardness levels, and viscosities to choose from. This is not meant to confuse but to create long-lasting gel results for different needs.
Japanese colour gels usually come in cute little pots and can be used for single-colour applications and nail art, as they are highly pigmented. Japanese gel nail products use cosmetic-grade pigments.