Muji’s Yuzu Essential Oil
¥1,990 for 10ml
Those who frequently shop at Muji may have already noticed their wide range of Japanese essential oils. One of their best sellers is this yuzu (citrus junos) essential oil. You can find it at almost every Muji store in Japan. Loved for its fresh, citrusy aroma, it is the perfect pick-me-up scent when you feel low and need a little boost. Add four to six drops of this oil to your diffuser or bath water to create an at-home spa experience.
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Fil Studios’ Oguni Sugi Essential Oil
¥2,750 for 5ml
At Fil Studios' online store, you can find minimalistic furniture, herbal tea, aromatic candles and sugi no ki (cedar) essential oil. The company has a zero-waste policy and is big on recycling. To make their cedar essential oil, they collect the branches and leaves of the cedar tree right after pruning. Their essential oil has a pleasant citrus scent that helps one cope better with anxiety by keeping them calm and collected.
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Hikobayu’s Todomatsu Essential Oil
¥1,980 for 5ml
Todomatsu (abies sachalinensis) is a fir tree that grows in the northern lands of Sakhalin and Hokkaido. This product comes from Niseko in Hokkaido and is known for its woody and subtle citrus aroma. As of now, you can only buy it online. Imagine reading a good book on a rainy day and sipping warm chamomile tea as this aroma wafts from your diffuser. Bliss.
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ARTQ Organics’s Kuromoji Essential Oil
¥4,070 for 2ml
Kuromoji (lindera umbellate) is a shrubby tree native to the Honshu, Shikoku and Kyushu mountains. Since its location makes it difficult to extract its essential oil, only a few brands in Japan sell pure kuromoji essential oil. ARTQ Organics is one of them. Those who enjoy woody, lemony scents will love this one! Add two to four drops in your aroma pot/diffuser to bring peace to your mind, body and soul.
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Hinoki Lab’s Hinoki Essential Oil
¥3,850 for 30ml
As the brand name suggests, Hinoki Lab specializes in making hinoki (Japanese cypress) essential oil. They choose only the finest leaves and twigs of the cypress tree to make their product. The oil has a soothing, earthy aroma that instantly relaxes people. Add two to three drops of hinoki essential oil mixed with a carrier oil of your choice into your bathwater for an indoor forest bathing experience.
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Inscent Co.’s Tosa Konatsu Essential Oil
¥2,310 for 10ml
Tosa Konatsu (citrus tamurana) is a yellow citrus fruit native to Miyazaki in Kyushu where the locals love eating it with sugar sprinkled over it. It emits a refreshing, lemony aroma and Inscent Co. has captured that aroma beautifully in its essential oil. Add a few drops of this oil to your aroma pot to eliminate funny smells in your bathroom and kitchen.
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Youjou Aroma’s Kusunoki Essential Oil
¥1,760 for 5ml
Summers in Japan are usually hot and humid. Insects like cicadas, roaches, jumping spiders and stink beetles thrive in this weather and multiply rapidly. This kusunoki (camphor) essential oil from Youjou Aroma is one way to keep those creepy crawlies out of your house. In addition to adding aroma to the air, it also makes your living space comfortable, safe and insect-free.
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Gekkako’s Gettou Essential Oil
¥5,378 for 3ml
Gettou (shell ginger) belongs to the ginger family and grows wild in Okinawa's forests. In Okinawa, shell ginger's leaves, flowers and shoots are edible. Today, its extract is a core ingredient in beauty products like lotions, face packs, sheet masks and essential oils. You will love Gekkako's gettou essential oil if you like spicy floral scents. You can use the aroma when you have a date over and want to add a bit of romance to the atmosphere.
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Inscent Co.’s Aomori Hiba Essential Oil
¥985 for 10ml
Aomori hiba (Japanese cypress) is well-known for its soothing fragrance and natural insect-repellent properties. In addition to these benefits, you can incorporate this essential oil from Inscent Co. into your laundry routine by adding a few drops to your washing machine. The result will be wonderfully fresh and delightful-smelling clothes!
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Juhachinichi’s Nioikobushi Essential Oil
¥5,500 for 3ml
Nioikobushi (anise magnolia or willow-leafed magnolia) possesses a delightful aroma reminiscent of cinnamon. Because it is grown in mountainous areas, Juhachinichi’s essential oils have a slightly higher price tag. Nioikobushi is challenging to acquire, requiring an expert to identify the plant in the forest and collect enough leaves for distillation. This essential oil can provide immediate relief to those who suffer from frequent headaches.
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Wacca’s Hakka Essential Oil
¥1,980 for 5ml
Wacca is a Japanese essential oil brand that makes its products in small batches using locally sourced ingredients from Japan. Coming to you from Takigami city in Hokkaido, their hakka (Japanese peppermint) essential oil is a must-have for fighting colds and sinus congestion. Not so common at regular Japanese department stores, you will mostly find their products at beauty exhibitions and pop-up events in Japan. The surest way to get your hands on them is to shop online.
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Youjou Aroma’s Koyamaki Essential Oil
¥2,750 for 5ml
Youjou Aroma's koyamaki (Japanese umbrella pine) essential oil originates from the Wakayama prefecture. In fact, Japan Airlines' first-class hand towels carry the signature scent of Koyamaki because it gives off a woody and refreshing fragrance. Not only will it help to clear the mind, but it will also aid in concentration and meditation.
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