* Handcrafted in the Saitama region: each layer of wax is applied by hand to form the candle forming a traditional Warosoku candle

* Made with salt gathered only during the high tide

* The salt has purification properties that are historically embedded in Japanese rituals and lifestyle

* The wick is made of washi and Igusa (the fibre used for tatami) so the flame a very bright light

* The different components have purifying properties and burn without giving off an odour, cleansing your space

* The wax never drips: it evaporates

Made by mixing salt produced in Futamiura, Ise City with Haze wax. The name “Iwata” is the salt that is dedicated to the Ise Grand Shrine, and is made from the seawater only during the rising tide of the full moon. The High tide occurs when the gravitational pull of the moon exerts its force on the earth's oceans. Since ancient times in Japan, there has been an idea that the ebb and flow of the tide has a relationship with the life and death of a person, and we are particular about the ebb tide, which is full of vitality. It is a Japanese candle with a wish to purify the spring tide mixed with Haze wax.Since ancient times Japanese have used salt for purification. They are still used in Shinto rituals including sumo tournaments to purify the sumo ring. Salt is also sprinkled for a “Ground breaking ceremony” (jichinsai) before building a house. The ceremony is performed by Shinto priests appeasing the God of Earth. Once the house is built, salt is also sprinkled in front of the house to keep evil spirits away. It has been believed that the piled salt in a small dish placed by the front door works for purification of the premises and warding off evil spirits. Nowadays morishio is placed in front of many shops and restaurants as a wish for success at the time of opening of business.

* Salt from the sea helps remove bad energy

* Purify with the piled salt and invite good luck

* Make up for the missing parts of the place and create new power

In Japanese culture we find the “transience” of a candle that will eventually disappear is beautiful. The beauty of Warosoku's flame is that it has the same transience and integrity as cherry blossoms. People are moved when they discover the beauty of transience and integrity. Being moved by something creates room in your heart, and that room is spiritually fulfilling.

Content: 3 Candles

Box size: Length 154mm x Width 47mm x Height 21mm

Candle Length: 150mm / Thickness 13mm

Burning time: 80

Note: Japanese candles do on stand on their own. Be sure to stand it in a dedicated candlestick with a pin and light it. We also have candle holders for purchase.

The "Kodama" candle & incense holder. A spherical candlestick inspired by fireworks. The base can be used as a Japanese candle holder. The lid can be used as an incense holder.

Diameter: 50mm | Material: Clay

Handling and cleaning of the candlestick & holder

1\. Allow the candlestick to cool before cleaning

2\. Use hot water to wash away the wax, then wipe it gently

3\. Do not apply strong force

Cleaning the candle stand:

1\. When clean a candle stand please do after the temperature cool down.

2\. Clean the candle stand by rinsing with boiling water and wipe

3\. Please don't add the strong force to the pin.

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