Inspired by "Jiju", an incense popular during the Heian period 1000 years ago, Akikaze has a delicate floral and woody fragrance that evokes an autumn breeze. Notes of sandalwood, clove, tuberose, and amber create a warm scent with hints of sweetness, like ripening persimmons in November.
The ceramic vessel is handmade in Shigaraki, one of the six ancient kilns of Japan, just over the mountains northeast of Nara. The pale yellow-red of the container expresses the world of late autumn, such as fruits and autumn leaves, and the wind that blows in is expressed with white brush painting. Each one is unique. Vessels are meant to be reused and can be made new with a candle refill, sold separately.
Each candle comes packaged in a beautiful paper box, perfect for gifting.
Huukyou was founded in Nara in 2022 by two young designers seeking to capture the lost spirit of Japan, reuniting its unique nature and culture. Business partners Yoichi Yoshikawa and Kota Mori hope to achieve this through a series of home objects that embody Japanese sensibilities both ancient and modern.
Handmade in Nara, Japan
Ceramic vessel with urushi & soy wax blend
Approx. 30 hour burn time
