Events
Upcoming
Sun 8 Nov 2026, 14:00–16:00 (JST)
Encountering Incense Woods: A Mon-kō Experience
Organised by Kaolia
An accessible introduction to incense woods, without the etiquette and literary conventions of kōdō: a short explanation, three incense woods appreciated with electric censers, and a scent-matching game modelled on kumikō. Doors open at 13:50.
Open for registrationDetails and registration ↗Registration page in Japanese
Wed 18 Nov 2026, 21:00–22:30 (JST)
A History of Perfume through Perfume Bottles (Flacons)
Organised by Kaolia
An online lecture by perfumer Takashi Suzuki that follows modern perfumery from the late nineteenth century through the shapes, materials, decoration and design of perfume bottles, and their links with fashion and art. Recording available until 23:59 on 20 December 2026 (JST).
Open for registrationDetails and registration ↗Registration page in Japanese
Planned events
Planned for 2027
PlannedDate to be confirmed
Learning from Raw Materials II: Jasmine & Green
Organised by Kaolia
The second in the series on the essential materials of each olfactory family, devoted to jasmine and green notes. Dates to be announced.
Details →Page in JapanesePlanned for January 2027
PlannedDetails to be confirmed
Ranjatai no shōtai: Publication Event
An event to mark the publication of Ranjatai no shōtai (Kaiseisha), with perfumer Takashi Suzuki, who is involved in Chapter 8. Details to be announced.
Details →Page in Japanese
Past events
- Sat 20 Jun 2026, 13:00–15:00 (JST) Learning from Raw Materials I: Rose and Musk — In-person Workshop
- Tue 16 Jun 2026, 21:00 (JST) Learning from Raw Materials I: Rose and Musk — Online Lecture
- Sat 16 May 2026, 13:00–15:00 (JST) Encountering Incense Woods: A Mon-kō Experience
- Sat 21 Feb 2026 Fragrance and Language: A Workshop on the Ellena Method
- Sat 17 Jan 2026 Listening to Fragrance: A Mon-kō Incense Experience