Dokoro, Japanese Copper Incense Burner

Burning incense is a common phenomenon in Japan. It is seen as something spiritual and an expression of respect. Often a incense burner, Kōro (香炉) in Japanese, is used for this purpose. These incense burners are filled with sand or ash, after which the incense sticks can be inserted into them.

This incense burner is entirely made of copper and richly decorated.