Light the tip of the incense with a match or a lighter, then blow out the flame so that it produces a gentle wisp of smoke. Japanese incense sticks should then be placed in an incense holder on a flat, stable, heat-resistant surface, or on a plate or tray to catch the falling ash, away from flammable materials and drafts.
Incense holders for Japanese incense must have a 4mm hole at minimum.
Appellation's signature date-seed incense holder – included with each box of Appellation incense – is a sustainable piece precision-cut from recycled date-seed material. Minimal, durable, and aesthetic while diverting waste from landfill, it can be placed on any solid, heat-resistant surface.
Appellation also offers a curated selection of chic, minimal and design-led incense holders – cast iron and brass incense burners hand-crafted by artisans in Japan with traditional techniques.
