Kousaido HANGA Incense - Asasuzu

🍃 The Morning Breeze of Arashiyama Bamboo Forest: A cooling, refreshing scent woven from green bamboo and herbal notes. "Asasuzu" refers to that brief, most refreshing time in a Japanese summer morning, before the scorching sun rises, when the air is purest. At this time, a gentle breeze blows, and sparkling dew still clings to the plants. From Kyoto's renowned incense shop "Kousaido," this HANGA print series – Asasuzu – transforms the clean freshness of a summer morning into a wisp of smoke, dispelling stuffiness and heat from the space. This is an extremely refreshing and airy "green bamboo and herbal green" incense. Once lit, the verdant bamboo forest and fresh-cut grass notes immediately spread throughout the space, accompanied by subtle aquatic undertones and white sandalwood. It is completely free of any sweetness, smelling dry and slightly cool, like taking a deep breath in a bamboo forest in the early morning. It can instantly "cool down" agitated thoughts and stuffy interiors, revitalizing the spirit. 🪵 Fragrance Notes This fragrance is verdant and refreshing, with layers as clean as morning dew: Top notes: Sparkling dew, green bamboo, and green leaves instantly awaken the senses, providing a cool sensation. Middle notes: Herbal green notes intertwined with delicate floral scents, like a breeze rustling through leaves, gently soothing anxiety. Base notes: Clean musk and a lingering white sandalwood, leaving behind a stable and refreshing feeling like a forest after rain. ✨ Recommended Usage Scenarios Morning Routine: It's the perfect choice for a "morning fragrance." Light a stick after waking up or getting out of bed, and combine with stretches amidst the fresh bamboo scent to gently activate your brain and start your day with vitality. Summer Heat Relief: When the weather is muggy and indoor air circulation is poor, lighting "Asasuzu" can feel like invisibly turning on a circulating fan, bringing a dry, oxygenated, clean atmosphere to the space. When focus is needed for work or creation: The unsweetened green herbal scent helps keep thoughts clear and calm, making it ideal for placing on a desk or in a study. 📏 Specifications Brand: Kousaido, Kyoto, Japan Series: HANGA Print Series Style: Asasuzu Origin: Japan (Made in Kyoto) Net Content: Approx. 20g (approx. 90 sticks) Incense Stick Length: Approx. 7 cm (convenient short size) Burning Time: Approx. 15 - 17 minutes / stick ⚠️ Gentle Reminders for Use: After lighting the tip of the incense stick, gently blow out the flame, allowing only a wisp of smoke to rise. Please use an incense holder or tray made of non-flammable material to collect the ashes. Please store the product out of reach of children and pets, and ensure good indoor ventilation.