Nippon Kodo Incense Sticks – Usuzumi no Sakura
A Gentle Tribute of Pale Cherry Blossoms
Unochiyo “Usuzumi no Sakura” is an incense inspired by the famed pale-ink cherry blossom, long regarded as a symbol of quiet happiness and enduring beauty. Created in collaboration with the writer Unochiyo, the fragrance reflects her deeply personal affection for sakura, which she considered the very image of “flower.”
Inspired by the Ancient Usuzumi Cherry Tree
Unochiyo’s encounter with the venerable Usuzumi no Sakura in Neo Village, Gifu Prefecture, left a lasting impression. Once standing on the brink of decline, the ancient tree was restored through collective effort and continues to bloom fully each spring, drawing visitors to the mountain village. This sense of renewal and perseverance is gently woven into the character of the fragrance.
A Calm and Contemplative Sakura Impression
The aroma evokes cherry blossoms that continue to bloom with grace even in great age—calm, soft, and quietly luminous. Rather than a vivid floral display, the scent is restrained and reflective, mirroring the pale, nuanced tones suggested by the name “Usuzumi.”
With extremely light smoke, the fragrance remains delicate and unobtrusive, allowing the impression to fade cleanly and naturally. Unochiyo “Usuzumi no Sakura” offers a gentle tribute to a lifelong reflection on happiness, time, and the serene strength found in blossoms that return year after year.
For those seeking a fragrance with greater depth and richness, the higher-grade edition “Special Usuzumi no Sakura” is also available.
Product Features
Extremely low smoke. Formulated with sakura-bark polyphenols. Contains Moso bamboo charcoal. Includes carefully selected botanical extracts.
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