Awaji Baikundo Purification Incense (2026 Yakudoshi/Unlucky Year, Warding off Evil, Exorcism) Incens

This incense is intended for "mindful transitions," not merely for enjoying a fragrance. It is a quiet tradition passed down through generations in Japan, used to harmonize the mind and one's surroundings. In Japan, incense has long been used not just for its scent, but to cleanse away daily impurities and stagnant energy, helping to center the spirit. Whether at the start of the morning, the transition into the evening, or during life’s milestones, burning incense is considered a quiet ritual for facing oneself and realigning one's path. This incense has been selected based on these Japanese spiritual traditions.

Awaji Baikundo’s "Amacha-ko" (Hydrangea Tea Incense) is made using hydrangea tea, said to be a favorite offering for the Buddha. On April 8th, during the Flower Festival celebrating the birth of the Buddha, hydrangea tea is likened to the nectar poured over the statue of the infant Buddha, serving as a symbol of purification and blessing. For this reason, Amacha-ko has long been used for life’s milestones and important events as an incense for warding off evil, protection, and opening up good fortune.

This is not a luxury item for personal indulgence, but an incense for offering. First, beautifully offer the scent of hydrangea tea—a favorite of the Buddha and ancestors—to show gratitude and respect. By receiving the lingering scent as a blessing, the mind is calmed, and a positive flow naturally returns. This is the traditional Japanese concept of "a feast for the Buddha."

Recommended Use: ・When you wish to change your path, such as during an unlucky year (yakudoshi) or Setsubun ・New Year’s Eve, New Year’s Day, and life milestones ・Gratitude and prayers at the Buddhist altar or Shinto shelf ・Welcoming ancestors during Obon Please use this as a quiet ritual to center your mind.

Air Purification

2026 Incense effect: Purification. Awaji Baikundo incense made in Awaji Island. A popular souvenir from Awaji Island. Incense effect: Good fortune. For cleansing power stones.

"Can be used for both Buddhist altars and daily relaxation" "The sweet and gentle scent calms the mind" "The fragrance leaves an elegant trace" "Over 120 years of incense making on Awaji Island" "Awaji Island: One of Japan's three major incense-producing regions"

Ingredients: Hydrangea tea, Sandalwood, Tabu powder (Machilus thunbergii). Production Area: Japan (Awaji Island, the home of incense manufacturing) / Package Size: Length 15.8cm x Height 3cm x Width 7.5cm Incense for Buddhist services. Healing incense / Content: Approx. 90g / Weight: Approx. 131g / Length: Approx. 14cm / Burning time: Approx. 30 minutes

Material: Sandalwood Color: Yellow Size: 90 grams (x 1)