"Nanohana" is the Japanese name for rapeseed flowers, and these candles are made from its oil.

The rapeseed blossoms are the landmark of Noto island. When sailors find its yellow flowers, they know they will reach the island soon. 

Takazawa from Nanao have been making traditional Japanese Candles since 1892. Founded by Noto Nanao, Takazawa Candle Co. has been creating plant based wax candles for the past century using traditional "wa-rousoku" techniques.

The candles are unique for their hollow washi paper wicks, allowing them to produce a tall flames with a bright quality.

The Takazawa Candle Co also strives to minimise the environmental impact in its packaging by using recycled chipboard paper, derived from old newspapers. 

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