Handmade in Japan from 100% recycled glass recovered from old cathode ray tubes (CRTs) once used in televisions and monitors. This dense, high-quality glass has been reborn into a smooth, weighty form that catches the light and shifts subtly with its surroundings.
Ripple takes its name from the soft contours that echo the moment water begins to move. Its calm bluish tint is naturally formed during the recycling process and closely resembles masuhanairo - a traditional Japanese color first popularized in the Edo period.
Because each holder is cast and polished by hand, no two are exactly alike.
Details
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Material: 100% recycled glass from cathode ray tubes
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Color: Naturally tinted bluish-clear, similar to masuhanairo
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Dimensions: ~3 x 2.5 x 1 in (7.6 x 6.4 x 2.5 cm)
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Weight: Approximately ½ lb (0.23 kg)
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Packaging: Comes in its own rigid paper gift box
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Handmade in Japan![]()
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Each piece is one of a kind
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Designed for use with IYÉ incense or other standard coreless Japanese incense (not bamboo-stick incense)
Use and Care
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Place on a stable, heat-safe surface before lighting incense
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Wipe gently with a soft cloth to remove ash or dust
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Avoid abrasive cleaners or sudden temperature changes
About the Packaging
Each IYÉ incense box is crafted to be as durable and refined as a traditional wooden case while remaining fully sustainable. The thick paperboard is made from recycled materials, including milk cartons and high-grade paper collected from homes and factories.
In Japan, beverage cartons are made from exceptionally pure pulp, often called “honor paper,” a phrase that reflects respect for good materials. Once the incense is finished, the labels can be removed, and the box repurposed for keepsakes, matches, or regifting.
