{"product_id":"new-100-pure-akoya-pearl-powder-copy","title":"Premium \"お香 Okoh \" Incense from Kyoto","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\nFrom this tradition emerged two major schools of Kōdō (the Way of Incense):\u003cbr\u003ethe “Oie-ryū,” descended from the court noble Sanjōnishi Sanetaka, and the “Shino-ryū,” descended from the warrior-class master Shino Sōshin.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"718\" data-start=\"478\"\u003eThe Oie-ryū school is characterized by elegant maki-e lacquer incense utensils, graceful and expressive ceremonial movements, and an emphasis on enjoying fragrance and atmosphere. It became the style favored by aristocrats and court nobles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"906\" data-start=\"720\"\u003eIn contrast, the Shino-ryū school uses simpler wooden incense utensils and follows a more austere and disciplined practice intended as a form of spiritual training for the warrior class.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"976\" data-start=\"908\"\u003eThese two schools carried forward and developed the culture of Kōdō.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1242\" data-start=\"978\"\u003eKōdō inherited the Heian-period aristocratic tradition in which incense was considered an essential part of refined living culture. Over time, it evolved into a uniquely Japanese artistic discipline deeply connected to seasonal sensitivity, literature, and poetry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-is-only-node=\"\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-end=\"1621\" data-start=\"1244\"\u003eThe movements and rituals of Kōdō are quiet and restrained, yet within this refined stillness lies the weight of more than a thousand years of history and an extraordinarily sophisticated aesthetic sensibility. Among the five human senses, Kōdō places the sense of smell at its center, making it an art form born from the uniquely delicate sensibilities of the Japanese people.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSandalwood (Byakudan) \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKnown in Japanese as \u003cem data-start=\"67\" data-end=\"77\"\u003eByakudan\u003c\/em\u003e, sandalwood is a semi-parasitic evergreen tree that grows approximately 3–4 meters tall. Its bark is smooth and grayish-white in color. The leaves and outer bark have very little fragrance, while the heartwood contains the sweet, rich oriental aroma for which sandalwood is prized.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere are many varieties of sandalwood, but Indian sandalwood is considered the most aromatic and highest quality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-section-id=\"1cr1sqs\" data-start=\"477\" data-end=\"498\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFragrance Profile\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIndian sandalwood has a soft, sweet woody balsamic aroma with remarkable longevity. The scent characteristics vary depending on the region of origin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-section-id=\"amy44h\" data-start=\"650\" data-end=\"661\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigins\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIndia, Indonesia, Australia, Timor, Tonga, and other regions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"725\" data-end=\"728\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-section-id=\"s592zn\" data-start=\"730\" data-end=\"750\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAgarwood (Jinkoh)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe raw wood that becomes \u003cem data-start=\"778\" data-end=\"786\"\u003eJinkoh\u003c\/em\u003e (agarwood) initially has little to no fragrance. Over many years, when old trees, fallen trees buried underground, deadwood, or trees damaged by insects and other causes are affected by fungi, a fragrant resin gradually develops within the wood, creating agarwood.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe name “Jinkoh” literally means “sinking wood,” referring to its high density and heavy resin content, which allows it to sink in water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-section-id=\"1cr1sqs\" data-start=\"1193\" data-end=\"1214\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFragrance Profile\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts aroma may express sweetness, spiciness, bitterness, sourness, and salt-like nuances. Each piece of agarwood possesses its own unique fragrance character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-section-id=\"amy44h\" data-start=\"1374\" data-end=\"1385\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigins\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVietnam, Cambodia, Indonesia, Myanmar, Laos, and other Southeast Asian regions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1467\" data-end=\"1470\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-section-id=\"18fdb1p\" data-start=\"1472\" data-end=\"1489\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKyara (Kiyara)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"1491\" data-end=\"1498\"\u003eKyara\u003c\/em\u003e is considered the highest grade of agarwood. It is an extremely rare and precious fragrant wood found only in very limited regions of Vietnam.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEven today, much about Kyara remains unknown. It is generally understood that the difference between agarwood and Kyara lies in the unique composition of aromatic compounds within the resin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHistorically, Kyara was regarded as the pinnacle of fragrant woods and could only be appreciated or handled by emperors, shoguns, aristocrats, high-ranking monks, and wealthy merchants.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-section-id=\"1cr1sqs\" data-start=\"2022\" data-end=\"2043\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFragrance Profile\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKyara is prized for its refined balance of cool spiciness, long-lasting sweetness, and subtle layers of sourness, bitterness, and salt-like depth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-section-id=\"amy44h\" data-start=\"2192\" data-end=\"2203\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigins\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVery limited regions of Vietnam. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c!-- split --\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- split --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"after_add_tocart\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ingredients\"\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eINGREDIENTS\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eByakudan (Sandalwood)\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIngredients:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNatural sandalwood powder, traditional Japanese incense ingredients.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJinkoh (Agarwood)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIngredients:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNatural agarwood powder, traditional Japanese incense ingredients.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKiyara (Kyara)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIngredients:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNatural kyara-style aromatic wood powder, traditional Japanese incense ingredients.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e* No coloring agents\u003cbr\u003e* No preservatives\u003cbr\u003e* No silicone\u003cbr\u003e* No synthetic polymers\u003cbr\u003e* No alcohol\u003cbr\u003e* No petroleum-derived ingredients\u003cbr\u003eMade in Japan\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"how_use\"\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eHOW TO USE\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003eApply tab Light the tip of the incense stick and gently blow out the flame, allowing the incense to slowly smolder and release its fragrance. Place in an incense holder on a heat-resistant surface.\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEnjoy during meditation, tea time, bathing rituals, relaxation, or whenever you wish to create a calm and grounding atmosphere.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNever leave burning incense unattended. Keep away from children, pets, and flammable materials. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eGenerally, one incense stick burns for approximately 15–30 minutes.\u003cbr data-start=\"67\" data-end=\"70\"\u003eHowever, how long the fragrance lingers may vary depending on the size of the room and air circulation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"chidoriyaworld","offers":[{"title":"Sandalwood (Byakudan) 60 sticks","offer_id":51769557909720,"sku":null,"price":46.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Agarwood (Jinkoh) 60 sticks","offer_id":51769557942488,"sku":null,"price":59.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Kyara (Kiyara) 60 sticks","offer_id":51769557975256,"sku":null,"price":79.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1865\/2201\/files\/3incenses.png?v=1780359953","url":"https:\/\/www.chidoriyaworld.com\/products\/new-100-pure-akoya-pearl-powder-copy","provider":"CHIDORIYA CORP.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}