From a Botanical Garden to Daikanyama
Find Your Ritual ── Kosmic Alchemy Journal
About an hour's drive from Kamogawa, where we live. We drove through mountain roads, and the greenery gradually deepened. Beyond that lies a distillery that makes full use of a former botanical garden. Mitosaya Botanical Distillery – one of the few places in Japan that makes spirits from fruits and plants in Otaki, Chiba Prefecture.
We, Kosmic Alchemy, also participated in the recent Open Day. We spent the day alongside fellow creators who also work with plants and crafts – naeme, ambessa, and kurukku fields. As the wind rustled through the trees and the scent of earth and leaves wafted around, we had the opportunity to speak directly with many people.
Engaging with plants. Creating something with intention.
These are things that Kosmic Alchemy has always cherished. The time spent in Mitosaya's garden was a quiet reminder of those origins.
〈What we felt at Mitosaya〉
What stood out to us was the reactions of those who tried our deo sprays.
"Lavender, but it's so fresh and sweet?"
We heard that many times. A familiar scent can feel so different. The reason for this surprise lies in the ingredients we use.
Kosmic Alchemy selects single-origin essential oils. These are plant materials with clear origins, delivered directly from a single source. They are carefully distilled from plants that are either organically cultivated or wildcrafted – grown wild in nature. They embody the pure scent of the plant itself. That's why even something named "lavender" can present a completely different character.
Aphrosoul and Hypnósa ── Two Deo Sprays
What captured many people's hearts this time were our two deo sprays.
Aphrosoul Deo Spray has a floral scent where rose, rose geranium, and lemon layer together. It's vibrant yet somehow light, and many people's faces softened the moment they tried it.
And Hypnósa Deo Spray – a blend of lavender and Copaiba resin essential oil, native to the Amazon in Brazil. A rather uncommon combination of lavender and copaiba. Yet, the moment they tried it, many people felt a sense of "comfort for their body." It wasn't about logic; their bodies responded first. Such reactions were memorable.
The body knows what it needs
The interesting thing about scent, I believe, is that the body reacts first, rather than being chosen by the mind.
Your state on that day. Your mood. What you need. Choosing what feels "right" honestly. Your body truly knows what it desires. So, trying it on the spot and choosing it on the spot – such a small experience can be surprisingly enriching.
Although we call them "deo sprays," their use is not limited to the body. On hair. In the space around you. Whenever you want to change your mood, anywhere. You can use it as a body and aroma mist multiple times a day.
As temperatures rise and body heat increases in this season, carry just one mist that uses no synthetic fragrances or chemical ingredients. Something gentle for your skin, the air around you, and your nervous system, as often as you like. Just doing that, I believe, will slightly change how you spend your day.
The popular botanical hand soap and body wash are also created with the same philosophy. Because they are things you touch every day, there is meaning in choosing them. Small choices in your daily life gradually shape the state of your mind and body.
With that lingering feeling in our hearts, we now head into the city.
〈Find Your Ritual〉
One-month Limited Pop-up Event at Food & Company Daikanyama
April 29 (Wed) – May 27 (Wed), 2026
Opening Hours: 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM
We have prepared a space at Food & Company Daikanyama T-SITE where you can slowly experience the world of Kosmic Alchemy. Please come and find your daily ritual by actually holding and trying the scents.
◯ Natural Deodorant Body & Aroma Mist Spray
Only two ingredients: the unique Japanese-developed BioAquamide (alkaline reduced ionized water) and a blend of single-origin organic & wildcrafted essential oils. It can be used in 3 ways: for the body, hair, and space.
◯ Botanical Hand Soap & Body Wash
No synthetic chemical ingredients. A gentle wash finished with only natural scents. Softly incorporate the three sensations of Calm, Harmony, and Clarity into your daily routine.
◯ Natural Hair Care Collection
Silicone and synthetic ingredient-free. We introduce three lineups that address various hair concerns—scalp balance, volume, moisture, and shine—along with the rich aroma of essential oils.
◯ Ritual Set
Palo Santo, Frankincense, White Sage, Myrrh. This set provides intentional tools to reset your space and mind. Incorporate a small ritual into your daily life.
All items can be tried on the spot. Please take your time to engage with the scents.
〈Come Meet the Team〉
In addition to Kaoru and Natalie, special guests will also be present this time. Dr. Alan Chang (Tenza) – an acupuncturist and flower essence practitioner based in Arizona and California. He is an expert who has been involved in mind and body wellness for many years.
On the following dates (12:00 PM – 5:00 PM), the team will welcome you directly:
- April 29 (Wed) ── Alan & Kaoru
- May 4 (Mon) ── Kaoru & Natalie
- May 27 (Wed) ── Alan & Kaoru
Come and find your own ritual while talking directly with the creators. Please join us for a time to listen to your body's voice through scent.
We look forward to seeing you.
Find Your Ritual
Food & Company Daikanyama T-SITE Store
April 29 (Wed) – May 27 (Wed), 2026
Opening Hours: 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Kosmic Alchemy Journal
A record of plants, intention, and daily rituals.
