Brass Wick Trimmer
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Brass Wick Trimmer
Toka Ceramics
97 Princes Highway
The Settlement Shop 5A
Milton NSW 2538
Australia
A traditional tool designed for trimming the wicks of Japanese warosoku candles.
As warosoku burn, the wick gradually carbonises and builds up.
Use this brass trimmer to snip the wick when it becomes too long - ideally leaving about 1–2 cm at the base. This helps maintain a steady, beautiful flame and reduces smoke.
It can also be used as a snuffer: gently pinch the wick at the base to extinguish the flame without blowing, helping preserve the shape of the candle.
This tool works just as well for Western candles, making it a versatile addition to your candle care kit.
Made from solid brass and suitable for candles up to 18cm (20匁).
Tip: Take a look at the videos on this page for a simple demonstration.
Read more about Omori Warosoku here.
Details
| Size: | |
| Made from: | Brass |
| Dishwasher Safe: | N/A |
| Microwave Safe: | N/A |
| Oven Safe: | N/A |
| Open Flame: | N/A |
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$15 standard flat rate and orders over $250 will receive free shipping Australia wide. Express post is available via Auspost and rates are calculated at checkout.
Free pick up is also available from our Milton (2538) shop in NSW.
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International orders are available via Auspost and rates are calculated at checkout.
For more details please visit our shipping info page.
Returns
Please choose carefully when placing your order as we do not offer refunds for change of mind.
All of our products are handcrafted/hand finished. Therefore there may be variations in colour, texture, shape and some imperfections. We truly believe these add character to each piece and what make them unique.
In the situation where the item you receive is faulty, you will be entitled to a refund or exchange. Please allow up to 5 business days for the refund to be processed.
If you wish to return your order, please send us a message at hello@tokaceramics.com.au within 2 days of receipt of your order. We may ask you to take some photos of the item/s prior to processing returns.
For more details, please visit our return info page.
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Keeping the Light Beautiful
Warosoku candles leave behind a carbonised wick as they burn. To maintain a clean, steady flame, use a wick trimmer to gently remove the excess wick—leaving about 1–2cm at the base.
This small step helps your candle burn more beautifully.
Watch the first video to see how it’s done.
Gently Snuffing the Flame
Using a wick trimmer or a pair of tweezers, gently pinch the base of the remaining wick.
This helps extinguish the flame without creating smoke.
Watch the second video for a step-by-step demonstration.
Warosoku - Japanese Candle
Warosoku are traditional Japanese candles made using natural materials and time-honoured techniques passed down for generations.
Each candle is carefully crafted by hand, starting with a wick made from washi paper and reed, then layered with wax from the haze tree. This slow, thoughtful process gives the candles their signature gentle flame and soft, flicker-free glow. Every candle reflects patience, care, and a deep respect for nature and tradition.