KUON Madoka Kaori Brass Incense Holder, Stick or Cone

A lustrous little brass dish that holds a stick or a cone of incense, from KUON’s Madoka series, handmade in Takaoka, Japan.

Kaori means “fragrance,” and this is KUON’s quietly beautiful answer to the incense holder. It is a shallow, softly rounded dish of brass, 2.8″ across and 0.7″ high, with a small detachable part: leave it in to stand a stick of incense, take it out to burn a cone. The minimal form blends into any room, and the lustrous finish — Gold, Rose Gold or Silver — catches the light as the smoke rises. Like all KUON pieces, it is made by hand in Takaoka, so the finish varies slightly.

Specifications

• Brand: KUON by Yotsukawa Seisakusho (Takaoka, Japan)
• Series: Madoka
• Model: Kaori Incense Holder
• Finishes: Gold, Rose Gold, Silver
• Material: Brass
• Dimensions: Ø2.8″ × H0.7″ (70 × 18 mm)
• Weight: 0.41 lb
• Incense: Stick incense with the holder part attached; cone incense with it removed
• Made in: Japan (handmade; finish may vary slightly)
• Item numbers (MPN): KN-UMKI-2009GD (Gold), KN-UMKI-2103PK (Rose Gold), KN-UMKI-2009SL (Silver)

Features

• Solid brass dish, 2.8″ across
• Holds stick incense (insert on) or cone incense (insert off)
• Minimal, rounded Madoka design
• Three finishes: Gold, Rose Gold, Silver
• Handmade in Takaoka, Japan

Best for

Living rooms, bedrooms, studios and meditation spaces; on a tray with a candle and a bell. More from KUON: KUON Madoka Dongurin Acorn Bell, Brass Meditation Bell, KUON Madoka Tomoshibi Brass Candle Holder for Tea Lights, KUON Tone Rinko Incense Holder and Orin Bell, Brass and Wood.

Who this is not for

• Long incense that drops a lot of ash: the dish is shallow and compact.
• Outdoor use in wind.
• Anyone who wants a holder for incense coils.

Why we carry it

We’ve been curating design-led pieces since 2009, and we look for objects that are well made, honest about their materials and a pleasure to use. KUON (空穏, “calm sky”) is the mindfulness and interior line of Yotsukawa Seisakusho, a copperware maker founded in 1946 in Kanaya-machi, Takaoka City, the birthplace of Takaoka’s famous metal-casting industry. Working with the town’s specialist artisans and workshops, it pairs traditional Takaoka techniques with soft, contemporary forms. Each piece is made by hand, so the finish can vary slightly from one to the next.

Buy once: durability and care

Our care advice: wipe with a soft, dry cloth after use and avoid abrasive pads or polish, which can scratch the finish. Each piece is handmade, so small differences in finish and color are part of its character.

Frequently asked questions

Can the KUON Kaori hold cone incense?

Yes. Remove the small attached part and set a cone in the dish; leave it in place for stick incense.

How big is the Kaori Incense Holder?

Ø2.8″ × 0.7″ high (70 × 18 mm), weighing 0.41 lb.

What is the Kaori Incense Holder made of?

Brass, finished in Gold, Rose Gold or Silver.

Where should I place the Kaori Incense Holder? (our styling advice)

On a heat-safe surface away from curtains and drafts — a shelf, desk or meditation corner.

How do I clean the Kaori Incense Holder?

Let it cool, tip out the ash and wipe with a soft dry cloth; avoid abrasive pads (our advice).

Does the Kaori match other KUON pieces?

Yes, it belongs to the Madoka series with the Dongurin Bell and Tomoshibi candle holder.

Trade pricing for design professionals

Furnishing a spa, a yoga studio, a hotel, a meditation room or a gift program? Interior designers, architects, contractors and corporate buyers can apply to the MetropolitanDecor Trade Program for trade pricing on KUON and the rest of our catalog, with a dedicated trade support line. Applying takes about three minutes, and our trade team reviews every application personally, usually within one business day.

Shipping & returns

Ships in 2–3 business days. Orders over $100 ship free by ground to the 48 contiguous states. All sales are final, so check the size and specifications above before ordering; if your order arrives damaged or isn’t what you ordered, contact us within 48 hours of delivery with photos and we’ll make it right.

Please note: Because this item is made to order or specially sourced, it is final sale.