Kousaido Hyakuraku Series Incense - Camphor Tree

🌲 Forest Bathing with a Millennial Sacred Tree: A Healing Deep Breath Woven from Crisp Camphor and Mellow Sandalwood

In many of Japan's historic ancient shrines, the towering "Camphor tree" (Kusunoki) is often revered as a "sacred tree" symbolizing longevity and health, radiating a natural, divine energy that guards the forests and dispels impurities.

The "Hyakuraku" series from the century-old Kyoto incense house "Kousaido" centers on premium natural camphor and sandalwood. Using traditional Kyoto incense-making techniques, it recreates the pure, oxygenated breath of Japan's primeval forests.

Unlike the harsh, stereotypical smell of chemical mothballs, this Hyakuraku "Camphor" incense produces a soft and delicate smoke when ignited. The moment it is lit, a fresh, phytoncide-rich, and cool herbal woody scent—reminiscent of a morning stroll through a forest of towering sacred trees—washes over you. The crisp, cool aroma of camphor immediately opens up the breath, followed slowly by the grounding and mellow support of sandalwood, creating an incredibly refreshing and clean sense of airiness. It acts like a timely breeze in a room, rapidly clearing away stagnant, humid, and heavy air, leaving the mind completely clear.

The incense is housed in an elegant natural paulownia wood drawer box, which is moisture-resistant and preserves the fragrance. A specially crafted metal incense holder is included, making every lighting an invigorating ritual that reunites the body and soul with nature.

🪵 Fragrance Notes

This scent is crisp, translucent, and vibrant, as if you were taking a forest bath at home anytime, anywhere:

• Top Note: The uniquely cool and refreshing herbal and arboreal scent of camphor, which instantly opens the respiratory tract and clears the mind.

• Middle Note: Lush greenery damp with morning dew and raw woody notes, which soothe restlessness and bring a sense of abundant oxygen.

• Base Note: A blend of classic Sandalwood and warm earthy woods, providing a solid and steady finish that creates a clean and crisp protective space.

✨ Recommended Use Scenarios

Clearing the mind for work or study, breaking through mental blocks: The refreshing, cool, woody scent of camphor dispels drowsiness and fatigue. Highly effective for mental stimulation and sharpening focus, it is the perfect energy boost for afternoon work or late-night study sessions.

Dehumidifying and deodorizing during the rainy season, purifying indoor air: Natural camphor has long been prized for its excellent antibacterial, odor-eliminating, and purifying properties. Lighting this during humid rainy days or when ventilation is poor effectively removes musty, stale odors, restoring fresh and clear air.

Relieving chest congestion and deep breathing: When feeling stressed or experiencing shallow, anxious breathing from daily life, light a "Camphor" incense. Close your eyes, let the forest phytoncides guide you to take deep breaths, and quickly regain your inner composure.

A nature-inspired gift: Packaged in a natural paulownia box with a special incense holder included, this fresh, gender-neutral, natural woody scent is perfect for friends who love the outdoors and value air quality in their living spaces.

📏 Specifications

Brand: Kousaido (Kyoto, Japan)

Series: Hyakuraku

Scent: Camphor (Kusunoki)

Origin: Japan (Made in Kyoto)

Quantity: 40 sticks

Incense Length: Approx. 13.5 cm

Burn Time: Approx. 25 - 30 minutes per stick

Packaging: Natural paulownia wood drawer box (approx. 16 × 4.5 × 2.5 cm), includes one specially crafted metal incense holder

⚠️ Helpful Usage Tips:

• After lighting the tip of the incense, gently blow out the flame, place the incense in the included holder, and ensure it sits within a heat-resistant incense tray to catch the ash.

• When purifying a space, it is recommended to maintain gentle air circulation to allow negative energy to dissipate naturally with the light smoke.

• Please store the product in a dry, cool place and keep it out of reach of children and pets.