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 at the corners or edge of the charcoal.
3. Place on the screen of brass burner or small pile of sand.
4. Allow to fully ignite (6-10 minutes), until a light layer of ash is visible over the surface of the coal, it is ready to receive resin incense. You can gently blow on the coal to check that the entire coal is ignited into an ember.
5. Once fully ignited, use a small spoon (or nimble fingers) to place a pinch of resin in the center of the charcoal. The resin will begin to melt, releasing aromatic vapors and smoke to fill your space with transporting scent.
Always remember to monitor the charcoal while it is burning, handle it with care using metal tools, and allow it to cool completely before disposing of the ashes.
How to light Japanese charcoal using a flame and metal tongs:
1. Light a candle or other sustaining flame.
2. Hold the charcoal with metal tongs and pass over the flame for 30-40 seconds until a bit of glowing ember can be seen at the corners or edge of the charcoal.
3. Place on the screen of brass burner or small pile of sand.
4. Place the charcoal set up in a well-ventilated place or outside (if you have access) for a few minutes to burn off the starter and allow the coal to fully ignite.
5. Allow to fully ignite (2-4 minutes) until a light layer of ash is visible over the surface of the coal, it is ready to receive resin incense. You can gently blow on the coal to check that the entire coal is ignited into an ember.
6. Once fully ignited, use a small spoon (or nimble fingers) to place a pinch of resin in the center of the charcoal. The resin will begin to melt, releasing aromatic vapors and smoke to fill your space with transporting scent.
Always remember to monitor the charcoal while it is burning, handle it with care using metal tools, and allow it to cool completely before disposing of the ashes.