Jinkō Yōzei - Incense

Jinkō Yōzei - IncenseElegance, serenity, allure and smoothness are the images Jink Yzei evokes. (Jink is aloeswood; Yzei literally means "bright achievement" and is the name of the 9th century emperor.) Indian sandalwood, aloeswood from several different regions and other traditional spices are mixed to create a full bodied, rich woody scent. The scent remains in the air long after the incense finishes burning. Specifications Trial box contains approximately 22 5" sticks

the color is called iwanu

attacking a giant whale

21⅝” x 22" after washing

making them perfect for cold drinks

Kumihimo creates functional as well as decorative braided cords

together with the light crazing

Ruri are migratory songbirds native to Asia

The picture depicts wind god (fujin) and thunder god (raijin) by 17th century artist Tawaraya Sotatsu

The rustic and charming sparrow (suzume) is printed on cotton using a woodblock and stuffed with rice husks

If they become wet

meaning "lotus petal"

A red tag on the string says ruri on one side and "hand printed woodblock by Shinkougei" on the other