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Oudamberlove
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Baieido Tokusen Syukohkoku
A touch of sour, but I don’t know if it’s from the agarwood or the aromatics.
A touch of sour, but I don’t know if it’s from the agarwood or the aromatics.
hawk_757
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Gyokushodo Seidai Koh this morning.
This is a fairly complex stick that apparently contains Vietnamese soil Agarwood. I get a lot of musky/herbal Chinese medicine vibes, some bitter/earthy antique woods and a bit of Oudy resin.
I’ve heated a few soil/root agarwoods and Seidai does remind me of those experiences at times. This stick is contemplative and solemn - something I would expect one to utilize while meditating or for ceremonial purposes.
I wouldn’t call this stick spectacular or a great representation of a specific material, but it certainly is an interesting blend to study!
This is a fairly complex stick that apparently contains Vietnamese soil Agarwood. I get a lot of musky/herbal Chinese medicine vibes, some bitter/earthy antique woods and a bit of Oudy resin.
I’ve heated a few soil/root agarwoods and Seidai does remind me of those experiences at times. This stick is contemplative and solemn - something I would expect one to utilize while meditating or for ceremonial purposes.
I wouldn’t call this stick spectacular or a great representation of a specific material, but it certainly is an interesting blend to study!
yuzhioud
Oud Beginner
Hi Bro, very nice reviews, very glad to know that you enjoying the kinam incense.
Oudamberlove
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Ken’s Ambon stick
The resin of the agarwood has to be extra aromatic to create the “effect” that this stick possesses.
The resin of the agarwood has to be extra aromatic to create the “effect” that this stick possesses.
hawk_757
Barn Bro
After trying Seidai and Shunsui Koh, I’m checking out Saishu Koh by Gyokushodo. You can tell these are ascending in order of Agarwood presence. Seidai was a hint of Agarwood amongst medicinal herbs and spices, Shunsui was a bit more “upbeat” with more noticeable Agarwood presence accented by roasted seashells and some herbs/spices (I really liked it).
Now, Saishu Koh. This stick feels a stark contrast from the solemn feel of Seidai and even more upbeat and luxurious than Shunsui. The soil Agarwood is the main player with both sweet resinous and bitter woody aspects. Borneol is also fairly noticeable. It’s an excellent stick, especially for the price.
Now, Saishu Koh. This stick feels a stark contrast from the solemn feel of Seidai and even more upbeat and luxurious than Shunsui. The soil Agarwood is the main player with both sweet resinous and bitter woody aspects. Borneol is also fairly noticeable. It’s an excellent stick, especially for the price.
hawk_757
Barn Bro
Finishing up my thoughts on the Yamadamatsu Shu-ju series with Manaka this evening.
I think Yamadamatsu really nailed these. Each of the flavors of Agarwood are faithfully represented in stick format. The wood utilized in each stick smells very high quality and they all remind me of a piece of Agarwood on an ashy coal.
My top favorites are Rakoku, Sasora, and Sumotara. I’ll probably buy a box of Rakoku and Sumotara as I already own Sasora. I didn’t try Kyara which is ok because I’ll never spend $900 on a box of sticks lol.
I think Yamadamatsu really nailed these. Each of the flavors of Agarwood are faithfully represented in stick format. The wood utilized in each stick smells very high quality and they all remind me of a piece of Agarwood on an ashy coal.
My top favorites are Rakoku, Sasora, and Sumotara. I’ll probably buy a box of Rakoku and Sumotara as I already own Sasora. I didn’t try Kyara which is ok because I’ll never spend $900 on a box of sticks lol.
Oudamberlove
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Kunmeido Tokusen Kyara Tenpyo
Nice study stick,
albeit a bit ashy.
Nice study stick,
albeit a bit ashy.
hawk_757
Barn Bro
Baieido Premium Incense Aloeswood series.
So far, I’ve tried Kokonoe aloes and Ho Ryu aloes, neither of which I particularly enjoyed. Flat and/or weak scent profiles. I can’t even say either smelled particularly “nice.” Ho Ryu smelled a bit like Play Doh lol.
I’m burning Kun Sho right now. It actually smells nice, but again, somewhat flat in scent profile. Just an “Agarwood” scent profile backed by sandal. Not too thrilled thus far.
So far, I’ve tried Kokonoe aloes and Ho Ryu aloes, neither of which I particularly enjoyed. Flat and/or weak scent profiles. I can’t even say either smelled particularly “nice.” Ho Ryu smelled a bit like Play Doh lol.
I’m burning Kun Sho right now. It actually smells nice, but again, somewhat flat in scent profile. Just an “Agarwood” scent profile backed by sandal. Not too thrilled thus far.
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Oudamberlove
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Revisited Horyu, I always smelled that Play Doh note, but couldn’t put it into words. Good call!
Shoyeido Ga-ho today…
I have to enjoy it at an arms length,
otherwise, the aromatics is overpowering
my sensitive nose.
hawk_757
Barn Bro
Kikujudo Kouboku Ginmi Mysore with my morning coffee.
This might be the most “pure” smelling sandalwood forward stick I’ve tried from a Japanese incense house. It smells like an incense trail of Mysore powder. Surprisingly, this stick isn’t very rough either. I can enjoy it close up without getting a pinch in my throat.
Whenever I tire of the “amplified” feeling of Minorien’s Sandalwood stick, I can see myself going straight to a box of these. Beautiful!
This might be the most “pure” smelling sandalwood forward stick I’ve tried from a Japanese incense house. It smells like an incense trail of Mysore powder. Surprisingly, this stick isn’t very rough either. I can enjoy it close up without getting a pinch in my throat.
Whenever I tire of the “amplified” feeling of Minorien’s Sandalwood stick, I can see myself going straight to a box of these. Beautiful!
hawk_757
Barn Bro
My final sample of Gyokushodo’s Dento no Kaori series, Umeshoin.
This is an excellent aloes blend. I feel it’s basically a more traditional version of Kaze no Sho. It projects better than Kaze and I don’t have to “study” it as closely to enjoy the complexities. It definitely has that high quality Vietnamese component that goes a bit “kinamic.” I think Umeshoin showcases the wood a bit better and I’ve found myself gravitating more towards these kinds of sticks.
This is an excellent aloes blend. I feel it’s basically a more traditional version of Kaze no Sho. It projects better than Kaze and I don’t have to “study” it as closely to enjoy the complexities. It definitely has that high quality Vietnamese component that goes a bit “kinamic.” I think Umeshoin showcases the wood a bit better and I’ve found myself gravitating more towards these kinds of sticks.
Oudamberlove
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Baieido Kyara Kokoh
Nice blend, wish I could light it more often.🙂
Nice blend, wish I could light it more often.🙂
Oudamberlove
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Kyukyodo Sho Bai Koh
I like the balance between the Kyukyodo signature spice mix and the agarwood.
I like the balance between the Kyukyodo signature spice mix and the agarwood.
Oudamberlove
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Kyukyodo Azusa
A Jasmine-like floral kick👊
with a touch of resin
and tiny wood.
Could possibly contain some
synthetic aroma chemicals❓
A Jasmine-like floral kick👊
with a touch of resin
and tiny wood.
Could possibly contain some
synthetic aroma chemicals❓
hawk_757
Barn Bro
My final sample of the Kikujudo Kouboku Ginmi series, Vietnam Aloes. Excellent aloes blend.
The only one I wasn’t particularly thrilled with was the Indonesian sandal, which just isn’t my cup of tea in terms of sandal profiles. Compared to other sticks in a similar price range, these might be the best “bang for your buck.”
The only one I wasn’t particularly thrilled with was the Indonesian sandal, which just isn’t my cup of tea in terms of sandal profiles. Compared to other sticks in a similar price range, these might be the best “bang for your buck.”
Oudamberlove
Member
Yamadamatsu Kouboku Senshu Kyara
vs Shuju Kyara
The Senshu smells like resins
laced with a sweet kyara note
while the Shuju smells more
like green oil kyara and wood.
vs Shuju Kyara
The Senshu smells like resins
laced with a sweet kyara note
while the Shuju smells more
like green oil kyara and wood.
hawk_757
Barn Bro
Baieido Premium Series Kyara Koh Shi Boku
I guess this is the best of the series and certainly most expensive, but I’m still perplexed.
I was told there’s a “notoriously long learning curve” to these sticks. I’m not sure I wanna stick around that long if you know what I mean lol.
I guess this is the best of the series and certainly most expensive, but I’m still perplexed.
I was told there’s a “notoriously long learning curve” to these sticks. I’m not sure I wanna stick around that long if you know what I mean lol.
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