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Japanese candles made in Japan use the raw materials such as pine tar and wax tree nuts. In Edo period, raw materials for candles from Uchikocho, Ehime prefecture was famous for its good quality and there existed lots of Japanese candle shops. However, in Meiji period, paraffin-made western candles had spread and in addition, introduction of electric lights made Japanese candle shops fade away. Ohmori Warousoku-ya opened its business in late Edo period and in Uchikocho, it's the only one which passes on the traditional Japanese candle making. Now Taro Ohmori of 6th generation is running the business.
The making process is first, candle wick made out of Japanese paper rolled up like a cylinder, wrapped around by rush stalks and a bamboo skewer is inserted into this. Then, 45c wax melted with charcoal is entwined. When the wax is stabilized and dry, the same process of pouring wax is repeated. This process creates wax layers and the candle thickens. As for finishing, 50c wax is poured and the candle is rubbed up. By this, the candle shines like a silk gloss. The smallest size is 12cm(5inches) and only 180 candles can be produced per day.
Japanese candles produce less soot and it's strong against wind and it lasts longer. Big flame, bush warber color and the form itself is beautiful. It is just like the candle is burning with its own mind and this expressive flame gives an impression of "alive light".

Ohmori Warousoku-ya
2214 uchiko uchiko-cho, kita-gun EHIME, JAPAN
TEL. +81-893-43-0385

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