When your mind is cloudy and you can't gather your thoughts.
No particular reason, but I feel somehow heavy-hearted.
My senses are dulled by the busyness of life.
I want to take time to breathe deeply and recentre myself...
Calm your mind with incense.
In our busy daily lives, our minds can sometimes become fatigued without us even realizing it. Before we know it, our spirits can feel heavy, making it difficult to shift our mood.
That's why we turned our attention to the calming effect that "scents" have on the mind and space.
Natural scents are said to gently harmonize a space, deepen breathing, and calm the mind.
ZENCOCORO -soul cleanse- was developed with the aim of gently alleviating the "fatigue" and "mental unrest" that modern people often experience, by carefully selecting materials traditionally used in meditation and prayer.
Natural materials for a peaceful mind
We've luxuriously blended materials to soothe your mind.
Absolutely no petroleum-derived fragrances or artificial additives are used. We use 100% naturally derived ingredients.
Evil-expelling
This citrus fruit, whose name means "to ward off evil," originated in Wakayama. The naringin found in its peel is also known for its antioxidant and anti-allergic properties.
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Hinoki cypress harvested in the mountains of Wakayama. Its clear woody scent is said to calm the mind and harmonize a space.
White Sage
A sacred herb used in the Americas for over 1000 years. Also known as a "purifying herb," its smoke is said to cleanse the body, mind, and space.
Palo Santo
A fragrant wood native to South America, meaning "holy wood." It has a rich, sweet scent and has been burned in rituals and prayers since the time of the Inca Empire.
Pure woody scent
ZENCOCORO -soul cleanse- is characterized by a quiet and dignified woody scent, centered on sacred herbs and aromatic woods.
It creates a transparent aroma in the space that is not too heavy, like being in clear air.
Luxuriously blended with natural materials that have long been used to purify the mind and body, it quietly harmonizes both space and spirit.
*Please note that since no synthetic fragrances are used, this product is not suitable for those who prefer a strong and elaborate scent.
Comes with a safe incense burner
Many people may be concerned about the safety of incense that uses fire.
Therefore, we include a patented specialized box to be used as an incense burner. It has a structure that allows you to safely and stably lay the incense down.
Troublesome preparations and clean-up are minimized. You just light the incense and place it in the box, so you can incorporate it into your daily routine without stress.
User testimonials
The refreshing yet deep fragrance seems to purify stale air. I burned the incense I received in the entryway after cleaning, and something nice happened that day.
Such a purifying scent! I love burning it when I'm concerned about the smell of a room, or using it to scent my linens. The scent of incense really helps to clear my mind.
How to use
① Light the incense
Light it until the tip is red and fragrant.
② Place it in a special box
Gently place the lit part on the flameproof mat in the box. Because of its reclined structure, ash will not scatter.
③ Attach the clip
By attaching the clip, you can safely burn incense.
④ Easy to clean
Once burned, the ashes can be quickly disposed of by simply turning the box upside down. Because it does not use petroleum-derived fragrances, there is almost no smell that lingers in the room or on clothing.
Our passion for ZENCOCORO
As a Buddhist altar shop with over 110 years of history , we have been providing people with "anjin" (a peaceful, calm state of mind) through our Buddhist altars and accessories for generations in Gobo City, Wakayama Prefecture.
However, in today's world, we are busy with work and family.
Perhaps some of you are feeling uneasy and are finding peace of mind further away.
Therefore, we hope that the small ritual of lighting incense will become a switch that calms your mind.
Even if it's just for a short time, we hope you'll be able to face yourself amidst the subtle fragrance and quiet smoke, and experience a Zen-like feeling of your mind becoming clear.
Incense, which has been treasured since ancient times, has the power to gently embrace our mind and body even during our busy days.
We hope that as many people as possible will be able to regain their peace of mind by experiencing this gentle fragrance, and find vitality and a smile for tomorrow.
That is our wish, and the reason we will continue to spread the word about "a culture of calming the mind through fragrance."
