Shonan NewsKamakura joins 'Kaori Expo' showcasing Japan's traditional scent culture
日本古来の香り文化を体験する「香り博」 今年から鎌倉でも開催
The Kaori Expo, an event where visitors can experience Japan’s traditional scent culture that has been held in Kyoto and Tokyo Ginza since 2024, added Kamakura this year. The new venue is 香司・鬼頭天薫堂 in Kamakura’s Yukinoshita area, and the Kamakura program opened on April 18, 2026. The expansion aims to bring the historical practice of Japanese incense appreciation to a wider audience.