KUON Tone Rinko Incense Holder and Orin Bell, Brass and Wood

An incense burner that doubles as an orin bell: a brass bowl on a wooden base from KUON’s Tone series, handmade in Takaoka.

KUON’s Tone series draws on the old link between towers and sound in places of prayer, from church bell towers to temple pagodas. The Rinko is its incense burner, and it is also an orin bell. Fill the brass bowl with incense ash, or use a stick holder under 90 mm (3.5″), and it is a refined incense burner; empty it and strike it, and it rings with a soft, lingering tone. (It cannot ring while filled with ash.) The bowl sits on wood — zelkova on the Gold version, maple on the Silver — and measures 2.6″ across and 1.6″ high.

Specifications

• Brand: KUON by Yotsukawa Seisakusho (Takaoka, Japan)
• Series: Tone
• Model: Rinko Incense Holder
• Finishes: Gold (brass, zelkova), Silver (brass, maple)
• Dimensions: Ø2.6″ × H1.6″ (65 × 40 mm)
• Weight: 0.38 lb
• Use: Incense burner with incense ash, or with stick holders under 90 mm; rings as an orin bell when empty
• Note: It cannot be used as a bell while filled with ash
• Made in: Japan (handmade; finish may vary slightly)
• Item numbers (MPN): KN-UTN-2003GD (Gold), KN-UTN-2003SL (Silver)

Features

• Brass bowl that works as incense burner or orin bell
• For incense ash or stick holders under 90 mm
• Wooden base: zelkova (Gold) or maple (Silver)
• Ø2.6″ × 1.6″, 0.38 lb
• Handmade in Takaoka, Japan

Best for

Meditation spaces, home altars, yoga corners and quiet shelves where scent and sound belong together. More from KUON: KUON Madoka Dongurin Acorn Bell, Brass Meditation Bell, KUON Madoka Kaori Brass Incense Holder, Stick or Cone, KUON Madoka Tomoshibi Brass Candle Holder for Tea Lights.

Who this is not for

• Anyone who wants to ring it and burn incense at the same time: it cannot ring when filled with ash.
• Large incense setups: it suits stick holders under 90 mm.
• Cone incense without an ash bed.

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. Empty the ash before using it as a bell.

Frequently asked questions

Can the KUON Tone Rinko be used as a bell?

Yes, when it is empty it rings as an orin bell. It cannot be used as a bell while filled with ash.

What incense works with the Tone Rinko?

Incense ash, or incense stick holders under 90 mm (about 3.5″).

How big is the Tone Rinko?

Ø2.6″ × 1.6″ high (65 × 40 mm), weighing 0.38 lb.

What materials is the Tone Rinko made from?

Brass with a wooden base: zelkova on Gold, maple on Silver.

Where should I place the Tone Rinko? (our styling advice)

On a heat-safe surface in a meditation corner, next to the Tone Rin Bell for a matching set.

Is the Tone Rinko handmade?

Yes, in Takaoka, Japan; small differences in finish are normal.

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.