Incense Sachets

Scented Sachet history in Japan

Scent sachets have a very long history in Japan. They have been used as perfumes or bug repellents for more than 1000 years. In Japan, Incense Sachets called Nioi-bukuro. 

Japanese sachets are very similar to Japanese incense in aroma, and are usually packaged in scraps of Kimonos, silk or brocade fabrics. Most of the Japanese incense houses make their own unique sachets.

For fragrance lovers who want to enjoy fragrance without smoke, using the fragrant sachet is the perfect solution. fragrant sachet is a handheld pouch with fragrant ingredients inside. Carrying a fragrant sachet is an easy way to enjoy fragrance in or outside your home. For incense user, using sachet is an alternative to burning incense.

What is a scented sachet?
A scented sachet is a small, fragrant pouch filled with aromatic materials like dried flowers, herbs, or potpourri, often infused with essential oils or synthetic scents. These sachets are crafted to gently release a pleasant aroma, making them ideal for freshening enclosed spaces such as drawers, closets, cars or bags. By placing scented sachets in these areas, you can enjoy a subtle, lasting fragrance that masks unwanted odours and adds a delightful touch of aroma to your surroundings.

How long does a scented sachet last?

The lifespan of a scented sachet varies based on the quality of materials, fragrance strength, and placement environment. Generally, a good-quality sachet can last from a few weeks to several months. Scented sachets typically last 2-4 months, with the diffusion rate depending on where they’re placed. You’ll know it’s time for a replacement when the scent has faded and is no longer noticeable.

To extend the life of a scented sachet, store it carefully when not in use. Keeping it in a cool place and sealing it in a container or resealable bag helps preserve its fragrance, preventing it from drying out too soon.

Should I open my scented sachet?

For the best results, it's recommended to keep your scented sachet sealed. Scented sachets are designed to avoid spills while allowing the fragrance to diffuse naturally, which helps extend the scent’s life. By keeping the sachet sealed, you preserve the fragrance, ensuring it lasts longer and diffuses effectively throughout its intended use.

Where can I place a scented sachet?

To enjoy the lasting aroma of our scented sachets wherever you are, consider placing them in spaces like your wardrobe, drawers, car, or suitcase. In the car, tuck a sachet under the seat, in the backseat pocket, or between the sun visor and roof to act as a natural air freshener. In a wardrobe or drawer, a sachet can replace unwanted odours with a fresh scent—simply hang it on a hanger or place it among your clothes. Adding one to your suitcase keeps luggage smelling pleasant and free of musty odours from storage. Ultimately, you can hang a scented sachet wherever you’d like to add a refreshing fragrance to your surroundings.

Try our scented sachets and enjoy a gentle fragrance wherever you are, inside or out. It’s a simple way to invite calm into your day. Share the experience by sending your favourite scent as a thoughtful gift to someone special.