Japanese Sumac Wax Candles [12cm] - Set of 2

Japanese Sumac Wax Candles [12cm] - Set of 2

Name: Japanese Sumac Wax Candles [12cm] - Set of 2
Brand: Omori Warosoku
SKU: OM-CD5M2
Price: 30.00 AUD
Availability: InStock

$30.00

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Toka Ceramics

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97 Princes Highway
The Settlement Shop 5A
Milton NSW 2538
Australia

Handcrafted by Mr. Taro Omori, a sixth-generation candle maker in Uchiko, Ehime Prefecture, together with his son Ryotaro, these traditional Japanese warosoku are made with all-natural materials and a time-honoured method passed down since the Edo period.

Each candle features a handmade wick of washi paper, reed pith, and silk, then carefully coated - layer by layer - with wax from the haze tree (a type of Japanese sumac). This slow, considered process gives the candles their distinctive taper and soft, tree-ring-like texture.

Warosoku burn cleanly with little smoke or soot, and no artificial scent. Their tall, gentle, and steady flame adds a calm, beautiful presence, whether used with a home altar, during quiet moments, or simply as a soft light on your table.

Size: 12cm
Burn Time: approx. 1.5hrs
Includes: Set of 2 candles
*Candle stand not included. Photo is for reference only.

Please note:
Made entirely from natural materials. Small surface cracks may appear but do not affect the burn. Minimal soot may occur depending on the environment.

Read more about Omori Warosoku here.

Details

Size:
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Dishwasher Safe:	N/A
Microwave Safe:	N/A
Oven Safe:	N/A
Open Flame:	N/A

Origin

Uchiko , Ehime pref.

Maker / Brand

Omori Warosoku

From the historic town of Uchiko in Ehime, the Omori family carries on a six-generation legacy of traditional warosoku candle-making. Father Taro and his son Ryotaro continue this rare craft using methods preserved since the Edo period, bridging past and present.

Care & Characteristics

・Always use your warosoku candle in a proper candle holder (shokudai).

・Avoid using the candle in windy or drafty areas.

・Keep flammable objects away from the candle.

・The wick will leave some residue—please have wick trimmers or tweezers ready.

・When the remaining wick gets long, carefully remove it, leaving about 1–2 cm.

・Removed wick pieces can be hot. Please have a water-filled dish nearby to safely place them.

・After extinguishing, always check that the flame is completely out.

・Store your candles away from direct sunlight, heat, and humidity to preserve them.

Shipping & Return

Shipping
-Domestic-
$15 standard flat rate and orders over $250 will receive free shipping Australia wide. Express post is available via Auspost and rates are calculated at checkout.
Free pick up is also available from our Milton (2538) shop in NSW.

-International-
International orders are available via Auspost and rates are calculated at checkout.

For more details please visit our shipping info page.

Returns
Please choose carefully when placing your order as we do not offer refunds for change of mind.

All of our products are handcrafted/hand finished. Therefore there may be variations in colour, texture, shape and some imperfections. We truly believe these add character to each piece and what make them unique.

In the situation where the item you receive is faulty, you will be entitled to a refund or exchange. Please allow up to 5 business days for the refund to be processed.

If you wish to return your order, please send us a message at hello@tokaceramics.com.au within 2 days of receipt of your order. We may ask you to take some photos of the item/s prior to processing returns.

For more details, please visit our return info page.

Gift Wrapping

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Keeping the Light Beautiful

Warosoku candles leave behind a carbonised wick as they burn. To maintain a clean, steady flame, use a wick trimmer to gently remove the excess wick—leaving about 1–2cm at the base.
This small step helps your candle burn more beautifully.
Watch the first video to see how it’s done.

Gently Snuffing the Flame

Using a wick trimmer or a pair of tweezers, gently pinch the base of the remaining wick.
This helps extinguish the flame without creating smoke.
Watch the second video for a step-by-step demonstration.

Warosoku - Japanese Candle

Warosoku are traditional Japanese candles made using natural materials and time-honoured techniques passed down for generations.
Each candle is carefully crafted by hand, starting with a wick made from washi paper and reed, then layered with wax from the haze tree. This slow, thoughtful process gives the candles their signature gentle flame and soft, flicker-free glow. Every candle reflects patience, care, and a deep respect for nature and tradition.

Japanese Sumac Wax Candles [12cm] - Set of 2

Japanese Sumac Wax Candles [12cm] - Set of 2

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