Takamichi Candle Duo

Two distinctive candles designed by Takamichi Saeki bring together heritage, place, and atmosphere. One is inspired by the luxurious bath amenities line Takamichi developed for the Nine Orchard hotel, housed in the landmark Jarmulowsky Bank building on the Lower East Side. The other, Daido, captures the essence of Takamichi’s Tokyo homeland with smoked hinoki accords. Both are housed in minimalist, mid-century–inspired vessels with letterpress round labels, hand-crafted with plant-based wax and cotton wicks.

WHY IT’S SPECIAL

• Daido evokes Tokyo through smoked hinoki, sandalwood, and leather with mineral freshness.

• Nine Orchard recalls coastal breezes with bergamot, neroli, and aquatic notes anchored in amber and cedar.

• Both scents are clean, modern, and gender-defying.

• Minimalist packaging reflects Takamichi’s design-driven approach.

• Hand-crafted in small batches using plant-based wax for a clean burn.

NOTES

Daido

• Top: Rock Salt, Birch, Mineral Water

• Middle: Sandalwood, Cool Spices, Bonsai Juniper

• Base: Hinoki, Leather, Smoke Accord

Nine Orchard

• Top: Bergamot, Lime, Neroli

• Middle: Orange Blossom, Aquatic Notes, Petitgrain

• Base: Cedarwood, Amber, Musk

DETAILS

• Size: 8 oz / 226 g

• Burn time: ~40 hours

• Wax: Plant-based with cotton wick

• Packaging: Minimalist round letterpress label

• Origin: Made in USA

THE BRAND

Known by New Yorkers for his precise, individualistic cuts and styling, Takamichi Saeki has cultivated a loyal following since opening his first salon in 1999. His creative path began as Assistant Director of the ISE Cultural Foundation and as co-founder of Salon de Fleurs gallery, shaping his eye for form and composition. Today, Takamichi HAIR is a destination on the Bowery, while his product line extends his vision of timeless, well-crafted essentials. Each product reflects his philosophy of simplifying routines, delivering results, and embodying a modern yet enduring aesthetic rooted in both New York and Japanese culture.