A Japanese dry garden is the most widely recognized of Japan’s gardening styles, utilizing rocks, moss, sand, and streams in a Zen-like composition. The scents in Tennen’s Japan Dry Garden series convey the serenity and inner peace we encounter when we stroll through an artfully arranged garden. Centuries ago, monks hung incense spirals above temple ceilings to aid in meditation and prayer. The spiral shape condenses what would be a long stick of incense into a compact coil for a burning time of approximately 2 hours, much longer than ordinary incense sticks or cones.

Each box contains 10 spirals for a collective 20 hours of aroma:

Wandering Moss: Notes of earth, oakmoss, and cedar finish off the verdant aroma of petrichor.
Mountain Stone: Cultivate a quiet atmosphere with the weathered scent of sandalwood and parchment.

About Tennen
Founded in 2001 by Ethan and Sarah Wessel, Tennen is a multidisciplinary architectural firm based in Phoenix, Arizona. After becoming dissatisfied with the lack of beautiful, functional incense burners in the US, the pair devised their own, eventually partnering with Kyoto-based makers to bring incense to their line as well. From buildings to aromas, Tennen projects find their inspiration in the culture and aesthetic sensibilities of Japan - especially honesty of materials, minimalist leanings, and an appreciation for the changing of the seasons.

Quantity: 10 spirals
Burning Time: Approximately 120 minutes each
Dimensions: Each incense measures approx. 2.125" in diameter and .125" in height.
Care:  Light the tip of the incense and blow out the flame immediately. Keep in a dry place.
Kyoto, Japan