Cotoiro, one of the five lines under from ART LAB. which is a Japanese fragrance brand in Kyoto, and Cotoiro is particularly inspired from the four seasons in Kyoto, Japan.
They have a selection of incense, diffusers, oils, and holders to choose from.
If you are planning a trip for next year’s Olympics, this will be a wonderful stop.
One particular item that is lovely and compact for souvenir purposes is the seasonal incense. It has incense sticks and a beautiful glass bead that acts as the incense holder.
The collection has scents from Japanese flowers, such as cherry blossoms, camellia, and hydrangea; as well as inspired from nature like the moon and evening breeze. The glass bead can also be bought separately.
If you are purchasing incense only, there are fruity scents such as yuzu and peach to choose from as well.
and ￥500/ ~USD$4.60/ ~CAD$6.00 without glass bead.
The Bamboo Diffuser is inspired from the Japanese folding fan. Only the center part of bamboo is selected for the fan, since it is softer which makes absorption of the fragrance more efficiently and aromatically.
Origami sachets inspired from the shape of kusudama which are Japanese decorative paper balls. Each sachet is crafted by hand and can be placed with hangers or to decorate the entrance to your home.
Duration of the scent lasts approxately 3 to 4 weeks.
Their shop address is at 16-2 Shinomiya Taishogun-cho, Yamashina-ku, Kyoto, Japan, and it is closed on weekends and holidays. The wonderful thing is that it is a one stop shop to visit their 4 other lines in one visit.
There are many other flower diffusers to choose from :-
Porte Bonheur is a French word referring to a bringer of happiness and protection, and this collection was inspired by the naturally lush French countryside.
(duration of fragrance is about 2 to 2.5 months)
Their products can also be found online here.
(All photos from ART LAB. – no affiliations and not an ad.)
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