Shoyeido Akebono Dawn Gift Set  E-mail this product to a friend

For centuries, people have used the natural aromas of nature to soothe, to create atmosphere and to enliven space. In ancient Japan, only the nobility enjoyed incense as an elegant pastime. Akebono means 'dawn'or 'daybreak' an awakening of gentle wisdom. Fragrance creates mood, it can be relaxing and soothing to the psyche or provide clarity and energy. Opening oneself completely to the fragrance is called "listening to incense" in Japan. With the variety of scents found in this gift set, one can discover an unexpected world of pleasure. This gift pack comes elegantly packaged in a black wooden box with gold calligraphy. The set includes ten bundles of the finest quality, soothing, natural wood and spice scents including cinnamon, clove and other spices. Twenty to fifty kinds of herbs and spices are precisely blended with pure water, quickly shaped, and dried very slowly. As it is made with such care and contains the finest natural ingredients, Shoyeido's incense matures and improves with time, like fine wine. The scent becomes deeper and more mellow, reflecting the subtlety and refinement for which Shoyeido is known. Each bundle contains 60 sticks, each measuring 5 1/4" long. The approximate burning time is 30 minutes per stick. Whether for meditation and quiet reflection or for creating an elegant environment to be shared with others, the opportunity for enjoyment with this gift set awaits those ready to explore the world of scent.