Oedo-Koh's Tokyo Cherry Blossom incense: "Savor the joy of spring time, when young and old alike feel the allure of the outdoors, with the sweet, gentle scent of cherry blossoms. The custom of cherry blossom viewing took hold during the Edo Period. The somei-yoshino cherry tree, seen in groves throughout Japan today, was originally an ornamental garden variety raised in the village of Somei near Edo. Cherry blossom viewings were also an opportunity for Edo denizens to meet one another, present themselves, and perform; matching fancy kimonos were worn for the occasion, and people sang and danced to celebrate the coming of Spring." $18 for 60 sticks at Smallflower.

In case you don't want to shell out for the Astier de Villatte Setsuko kitty incense burner, here's a (relative) bargain alternative: Shoyeido's Kitten incense burner, which you can use with cones or sticks — the smoke comes out of the ears. "Our beatific Kitten incense holder provides quiet companionship for your next Shoyeido incense excursion." $30 at Shoyeido.