{"product_id":"star-anise-incense-material","title":"Star Anise Incense Material – Chips \u0026 Powder","description":"\u003ch2\u003eStar Anise Incense Material – Chips \u0026amp; Powder\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDaiuikyo (star anise) is a traditional incense material made from the fruit of an evergreen tree native to southern China.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eKnown in Japanese as daiuikyo and in English as star anise, this material is derived from the distinctive star-shaped fruit of an \u003ci\u003eIllicium\u003c\/i\u003e species. Its eight-pointed form has given rise to the Japanese name hakukaku-uikyo, reflecting its unique appearance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDaiuikyo has long been recognized in East Asia as an aromatic plant. While it is widely known in culinary contexts, it has also been valued as a fragrance material, appreciated for its clear presence and easily recognizable character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAs an incense material, daiuikyo offers a fresh and gently sweet aroma that helps broaden the depth of a blend. Rather than serving as a base material, it is typically used to add dimension and lift, supporting other aromatic components within an incense composition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhile star anise is familiar as a culinary spice, this product is offered exclusively as a material for incense making. Please note that it is not intended for food use and should be used only for incense crafting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eChips (Cut Form)\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe dried fruit is cut into smaller pieces, making it suitable for sachet preparation or for use in traditional incense practices. This form allows selective use of its aromatic accents.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003ePowder\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFinely processed daiuikyo that blends evenly with other incense materials. This form is commonly used in kneaded incense or stick incense making, where uniform distribution is required.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Kohgen","offers":[{"title":"Chips (Cut Form) 10g","offer_id":49927659487469,"sku":"OM008-kz-0010","price":3.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Powder 10g","offer_id":49927659520237,"sku":"OM008-pd-0010","price":3.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0713\/3003\/7997\/files\/OM008-kz-0010_1.jpg?v=1777788639","url":"https:\/\/shop.kohgen.com\/products\/star-anise-incense-material","provider":"Kohgen","version":"1.0","type":"link"}