This exquisite Japanese lacquerware kōgō (香盒) is crafted in the form of a Hōju (宝珠)—the mythical wish-fulfilling jewel revered in Buddhist and Taoist iconography across East Asia. Lacquered in a rich, auspicious red, it is designed to hold nerikō (練香)—fragrant kneaded incense balls used in refined incense appreciation rituals. Symbolizing spiritual fulfillment and inner abundance, this elegant container is both a functional incense vessel and a meaningful object of contemplation for any incense connoisseur or collector of sacred art.
