Kunjudo Incense Sticks, Karin Hien, Agarwood

Karin Hien Agarwood Courtly Incense

Karin Hien is an incense created with the concept of an elegant, courtly fragrance inspired by the refined atmosphere of the Heian period.

The Karin series blends Eastern aromatic woods and traditional herbal elements with subtle touches of French perfumery, forming scents that feel both classic and modern.

Hien features a rich Tani-style agarwood aroma blended with herbal notes. The fragrance drifts gently before rising with clarity, recalling the image of its namesake, the “flying swallow.” Compared with Karin Zuitou and Karin Kifune, Hien retains a more classical tone within the series.

The full-bodied agarwood profile leaves a soft, lingering scent, making it well suited to moments of quiet focus, such as before sutra copying or other calm activities.

About the Karin Series

Karin

A mellow sandalwood scent with a refined, courtly impression.

Premium Karin

A richer and more expressive sandalwood aroma.

Karin Togetsu

A quiet, elegant daphne (jinchoge) scent with gentle sweetness, fitting for a hazy night.

Karin Kifune

A soft, lightly herbal fragrance with a gentle, courtly tone.

Karin Hien

A shifting blend of Tani-style agarwood and classic herbal notes.

Karin Zuitou

A balanced combination of natural agarwood and refined Western aromatics.