Cast Iron Incense Burner - Mokkō

Suzuki Morihisa

The Suzuki Family is one of the most respected families in the iron casting industry, with origins reaching as far back as 1625. The presiding CEO and our direct collaborator, Suzuki Shigeo, has partnered with brands and exhibitions as varied as Apple, Lexus, Suntory, and Honolulu Fashion Week. The Studio’s products are so sought after that it’s not unusual for their works to have a years-long waitlist.

Kayoko Stäheli-Shinohara

This incense burner is designed by Founder Tina’s mother, Kayoko. Kayoko inspired POJ Studio by exposing Tina to artisans across Japan, where she learned about the struggles of traditional craftspeople.

Kayoko has played a key role not only as an inspiration for the company’s founding but as a consultative partner. She has introduced POJ Studio to many of the artisans we work with today, including our partners on the Cast Iron Collection.

Leaf, cone, and uzumaki incense can be placed on top of the ash to burn safely. Sen incense can be stuck in the ash to stand upright.

A burner can also be used for smokeless incense, where ash is used to help release the purest form of the fragrance from aromatic wood:

• Light a piece of charcoal and bury it under the ash.
• Aromatic wood chips are then placed on top of where the charcoal is buried, separated by a thin layer of ash.
• The heat will make the wood chips release the purest form of fragrance.

1. Keep your cast iron ware in a dry, well-ventilated place to prevent rusting.
2. The best way to remove ash residue is simply to brush or wipe it off with a dry dishcloth.
3. If washing to remove ash residue, please rinse with plain water, do not use soap or a scrub brush, and dry thoroughly to ensure no moisture is left behind.
4. For products with grooves, use a blow dryer to ensure all nooks are well-dried.