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Through incense, we explore a slower way of living — rooted in scent, season, plant, and stillness.

This blog is a collection of reflections, rituals, and the sensory world behind our craft.

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Chinese Culture History

Chinese Culture History

From the turbulent Wei-Jin eras to the cosmopolitan Ming-Qing dynasties, Chinese craftsmanship mirrored society’s shifts—Buddhist solace in the North, Tang opulence fueled by trade, and Song dynasty minimalism that predated...

Chinese Culture History

From the turbulent Wei-Jin eras to the cosmopolitan Ming-Qing dynasties, Chinese craftsmanship mirrored society’s shifts—Buddhist solace in the North, Tang opulence fueled by trade, and Song dynasty minimalism that predated...

A Legacy of Beauty and Resilience

A Legacy of Beauty and Resilience

For over 4,000 years, China’s artistic heritage has mesmerized the world—from intricate bronzes to vibrant ethnic traditions. Despite wars and industrialization, artisans today revive these ancient crafts with unwavering dedication....

A Legacy of Beauty and Resilience

For over 4,000 years, China’s artistic heritage has mesmerized the world—from intricate bronzes to vibrant ethnic traditions. Despite wars and industrialization, artisans today revive these ancient crafts with unwavering dedication....

Where are we from?

Where are we from?

Kaiwu has its roots in Shandong, a province in China. Shandong is known as the home of Confucius and Mencius, the birthplace of Confucianism. Even today, this ancient philosophy's values...

Where are we from?

Kaiwu has its roots in Shandong, a province in China. Shandong is known as the home of Confucius and Mencius, the birthplace of Confucianism. Even today, this ancient philosophy's values...