The incense, called Kirei-ko, contains wood vinegar made from Kishu binchotan charcoal smoke. Claimed to be a deodorizer, anti-bacterial agent and bactericide. (2)

The charcoal deodorizes and absorbs perspiration, pampering the face and head.
It also generates negative ions, which are said to promote a good night's sleep. (1)

The cloth is woven with threads that contain the best binchotan charcoal from the Kishu district of Wakayama Prefecture. The clothes have an anti-bacterial and deodorizing effect, are warm in winter, and cool and dry in summer. (2)

Oak charcoal used for decorative purposes, and to rid indoor air of unwanted odors. The charcoal was hollowed out to create space for a plant. (1)

The packs are made of a non-woven cloth and contain pulverized binchotan charcoal. Use them to preserve food, remove odors, regulate humidity levels and purify drinking water. Easy to use. (1)

Unscrew the top and leave the bottle where you don't want cats to come. This product, called Cat Shut, works because of the smell of wood vinegar. (6)

Stir with a long thin stick of binchotan charcoal, to purify the water and give it a refreshing taste. (1)

Attached to the silk pack are particles of pulverized bamboo charcoal. Moisten before applying. Has a moisturizing effect. (3)

A liquid made by cooling moist smoke from the kiln. Effective in removing odors and as an anti-bacterial agent. Contains minerals. It is used in many products, from bath additives and deodorants to soil enhancers. (1)

The silk bag contains rice-sized pieces of "white" charcoal and granulated ceramic. Place the bag on your eyes to relieve that tired feeling. (2)

These Medical Insoles are designed to keep your feet warm in winter, cool in summer, and always at the right humidity. They contain tourmaline, catechin and silver, to protect you from athlete's foot. (3)

The shampoo (left) and soap (right) contain charcoal to unclog pores and remove dead hard cells from the top skin layer. The conditioner (center) is said to repair damaged hair and enhance beauty because of its negative ion effect and minerals. (3)