andles were introduced to Japan during the Nara period.
It is said that it was probably introduced along with Buddhism.
It is believed that candle manufacturing began in Japan during the Heian period.
At that time, they were made of pine resin.
It is said that the japan wax tree “Haze” was introduced from the Ryukyus during the Edo period, and the demand for Japanese candles for lanterns increased, leading to an increase in the production of Japanese candles.
Our company’s origins date back to the Edo period, and while preserving the same materials and techniques, we continue to research ways to harmonize with modern lifestyles.