The 72 Seasonal Terms: The 72 Seasonal Terms originated as a traditional Chinese system for marking the passage of time, rooted in ancient astronomy and calendar science. Developed in ancient China around the 4th century BC, the system was introduced to Japan in the 6th century, where it was adapted to the local climate and culture. The year was divided into 24 solar terms based on the sun’s movement. Each term was further divided into three shorter periods, creating 72 micro

We design space through an invisible medium: scent—what we call  scent-scape. Over the past decade, we have cultivated an awareness of scent as a vital dimension of spatial design. Just as sound and light shape our experience of a place, scent functions as an integral design element, influencing both our mood and our state of mind. We believe that a true scent-scape can only be created using 100% natural botanical essences. As we have come to recognise the impact of sound pol

A Japanese Shinto Ritual of Purification  Misogi (禊) is a Shinto ritual that goes beyond mere cleansing—it is a return to purity. Its origins trace back to the ancient Kojiki,  literally “Records of Ancient Matters,” completed in 712 CE and regarded as Japan’s oldest surviving book, in which the deity Izanagi purifies himself in the sea after returning from the land of Yomi. From this myth comes the belief that water and salt possess the power to wash away impurity, symbolisi

Lately, there has been a growing interest in scent and an increased understanding of the science behind it. This has led to more awareness about the different types of scent molecules and their effects on our emotions and memories.   However, the marketing and strategies used in the fragrance industry can sometimes be misleading and confusing, making it difficult to differentiate between natural and artificial scents. Many scented products including home fragrances, candles,

Ohigan  (literally “the other shore”) is a Japanese Buddhist tradition observed during the spring and autumn equinoxes, when day and night are nearly equal in length. It is believed that during these times, the world of the living and the realm of the ancestors draw closest together.  From this belief arose a custom, dating back to the Nara period (early 9th century), of expressing gratitude, offering prayers to ancestors, and honoring nature.  Sun, our Amaterasu  Connecting

The word season comes from the Latin “satio”, meaning “sowing” or “planting.” In its earliest use, a season was not simply about the...