Ritual Knowledge

To use a mica plate for burning resin incense, begin by preparing your charcoal burner with a layer of sand or ash to insulate the heat and protect the surface. Light a charcoal disc using a long lighter or match, holding it with a pair of tongs until it begins to spark and glow red. Once the charcoal is lit, place it securely on the sand or ash in your burner and allow it to sit for 2 to 5 minutes until a thin layer of ash forms on the surface, indicating it is fully heated. Then, place a mica...

To use burning tools for resin incense, begin by gathering your essential tools: a charcoal burner, a pair of tongs, a small shovel, and a spatula. Start by preparing your charcoal burner, which should be a heat-resistant vessel such as a brass or ceramic bowl filled with a layer of sand or ash to help distribute heat and protect the surface. Next, use the tongs to carefully pick up a piece of charcoal, and light it with a long match or lighter. Hold the charcoal until you see it start to spark or turn red, indicating it is ignited. Then,...

Japanese charcoal is made from high-quality hardwoods for their density and ability to produce a clean, long-lasting burn. Japanese charcoal takes longer to light and is slower to burn than quick-light charcoal. It produces minimal smoke, and provides a long, even heat that prevents the incense or resin from burning too quickly, allowing for a prolonged aromatic experience.  How to light Japanese charcoal using a torch lighter: 1. Place charcoal on screen of brass burner or small pile of sand. 2. Pass flame of torch lighter over Japanese charcoal for 20-30 seconds until a bit of glowing ember can be seen...

To light Quick-Light Charcoal for burning resin incense, begin by preparing a safe, heat-resistant surface such as an incense burner, ceramic dish filled with sand, or a metal bowl. Make sure the area is well-ventilated and free from flammable objects. Using a pair of tongs, hold a charcoal disc securely and, with a candle, a long lighter or match, apply a flame to the edge of the charcoal. You should see the charcoal begin to spark and crackle as it ignites. Continue holding the flame to the charcoal for a few seconds until the sparks spread across the surface of...