Nippon Kodo’s devotion to making fine incense follows a long and honored tradition that started more than 400 years ago and can be traced back to Jyuemon Takai, better known as Koju, a skilled artisan in the art and the principal provider of precious rare and exquisite aromas to the Emperor of Japan and his Court. This is a tradition that continues up to today with their wonderful line of fine incense and accessories. Their Morning Star incense is the best selling Japanese incense in the world today!