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Okoh — Japan’s Incense Culture to the World

Kohgen is a concierge, a guide for people traveling in the world of incense.

Our bestsellers

Recommended Kohgen Original Incense
Natural scent series

Natural scent series

These allow you to enjoy the natural scent of incense ingredients such as Frankincense and White sage, Agarwood.
résonance

résonance

A marriage of flavor and aroma. Burn this incense while drinking alcohol and the scent will change the flavor of your drink. Available in 10 different scents.
IKOH stick incense

IKOH stick incense

The fresh and invigorating aroma and traditional recipe for preparation brings a pleasant moment to your daily life.
Sandalwood scent

Sandalwood scent

The packaging features a traditional Japanese landscape and is popular. The scent is a Japanese sandalwood scent.

Featured collection

10 types of Japanese style incense
10 types of Japanese style incense
10 types of Japanese style incense
From $18.00 USD
10 types of Japanese style incense
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10 types of Western style incense
10 types of Western style incense
10 types of Western style incense
From $12.00 USD
10 types of Western style incense
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Alone and quiet
Alone and quiet
From $32.00 USD
Alone and quiet
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Arashiyama moonlight
$11.00 USD
Arashiyama moonlight
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Okoh — Japan’s Incense Culture to the World


Founded in 1937 as a wholesale incense merchant, we chose the name Kohgen with the hope of becoming a true "source of information on Japanese incense."

We are passionate about sharing the beauty and depth of incense with as many people as possible.

With a deep respect for tradition, we continue to dedicate ourselves to incense so that this unique aspect of Japanese culture can be passed down to future generations—and shared with the world.

Established in 1937, we have a history of over 80 years.

A concierge, a guide for travellers in the world of incense

The name 'Kohgen' means 'source of information about incense in Japan'.We all want to be an 'incense concierge' who can offer the most suitable incense to our customers.

We will help you find the perfect incense scent from our selection of exquisite incense from all over Japan.

We will continue to learn about the history and traditions of the past, and together with our customers, we will create an incense culture that can be applied to the modern era, spreading incense culture throughout Japan, the world, and into the future.

Our Store  -4 locations-

Ginza

Ginza

Ginza is Tokyo’s premier luxury district, known for its blend of tradition and modernity. Nestled in Ginza 4-chome, just steps from the iconic Kabukiza Theater, our store offers a refined space to explore the world of fragrance.Conveniently located a 1-minute walk from Exit 5 of Higashi-Ginza Station (Tokyo Metro Hibiya Line & Toei Asakusa Line).
Ueno

Ueno

Ueno is a vibrant cultural hub, home to museums, historic sites, and the charming Yanesen neighborhood. Our store stands along Kotoidori in Ueno Sakuragi, Taito Ward—a quiet area perfect for a leisurely visit. About a 15-minute walk from JR Ueno Station’s Park Exit, toward Tokyo University of the Arts.
Kyoto

Kyoto

Kyoto, the ancient capital, is famed for its temples, seasonal beauty, and deep cultural roots. Our Kyoto location offers a serene space to discover fragrance in the heart of this historic city. Just 7 minutes on foot from Gojo Station on the Karasuma Subway Line.
Nagoya

Nagoya

Nagoya is a dynamic city where innovation meets tradition, located in central Japan. Our flagship store stands in Oakimachi, near Nagoya Station’s west exit. It's an easy 5-minute walk from Exit 4 of Honjin Station on the Higashiyama Subway Line.
Kohgen offers traditional Japanese incense. Please spend your healing time with fragrance.

Learn more about the world of incense.

We offer detailed insights into the world of Japanese incense.
Our blog is organized into three main categories.
Explore our articles to deepen your knowledge of incense.

Featured product

One of our best sellers ever!

Ikoh stick incense

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$12.00 USD

"IKOH" to add fragrance to your relaxation space.

The idea was born from a word meaning “to relax” or "to rest.
This is the IKOH series.

We have carefully selected and blended fragrances based on traditional incense blending techniques handed down from the Nara period (710-794).
The fresh and invigorating aroma and traditional recipe for preparation brings a pleasant moment to your daily life.

Why don't you take a moment to “take a break” in your daily life?
In our busy lives, we all need a moment to take a breather. Please enjoy a moment of relaxation by burning the “Resting Fragrance” at such a time.

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Testimonials

N.I

I was looking for incense with the scent of sumi ink, which my mother loved all her life, and this was exactly what it smelled like.
I am very pleased with the scent of the calligraphy class.

T.I

When my child went to kindergarten and I felt a little more hands-off, I bought this for something just for me.
A good fragrance brings a sense of relaxation.

J.N

This is my first time trying paper incense.
I use it when I need a quick change of pace.
I thought the world of incense, old and new.

M.N

It's fun to try different scents!
I enjoy incense according to my mood.

Y.W

I was looking forward to the sandalwood scent, but found that the agarwood scent was more to my liking.
Some fragrances give me totally different impressions depending on the day, which is kind of amazing.