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Japanese Incense Sticks

Learn how to make your own Japanese incense sticks at home using traditional ingredients and techniques for a calming aromatic experience.

  • Total Time: 4350 minutes
  • Yield: 40 sticks 1x

Ingredients

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  • 15g Makko powder (Natural binder)
  • 10g Sandalwood powder (Base scent)
  • 3–5 drops Essential oils (Fragrance)
  • As needed Water (Binding agent)

Instructions

  1. Mix Makko powder, sandalwood powder, and essential oils to create a dough.
  2. Add water gradually until the dough is smooth and easy to work with.
  3. Push the mixture through a syringe or special extrusion equipment to form thin strands.
  4. Cut strands to the desired length (7-15cm).
  5. Place the sticks on a drying screen and let them dry for 1-3 days.
  6. After drying, cure the incense in a glass jar for 2-8 weeks to enhance the scent.

Notes

Keep your workspace clean and organized for better incense quality. Experiment with different blends for unique fragrances.

  • Author: nevaeh-hall
  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 4320 minutes
  • Category: Craft
  • Method: Hand-rolling and Extrusion
  • Cuisine: Japanese
  • Diet: Non-Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 stick
  • Calories: 0
  • Sugar: 0g
  • Sodium: 0mg
  • Fat: 0g
  • Saturated Fat: 0g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 0g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 0g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 0g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg

Keywords: incense, Japanese incense, DIY incense, aromatic, handmade