Nanao Japanese candle is a traditional handicraft in Nanao City, Ishikawa Pref. This is a Japanese traditional candle made from wax-tree, and its core from Japanese paper. This candle was first made in the Edo period (1603-1868) and with the spread of Buddhism it has been used as a light for Buddhist alters. Since the town of Nanao was flourished as an anchorage site of the Kitamae ships in the Edo period, Nanao candles were marketed to every place in the country. Carefully mixed wax is repeatedly applied to the core with hands to make a thick body. The cross section of the candle looks like tree rings. As oxygen is constantly supplied through the center core, the flame constantly changes in shape and emits less lampblack. In modern times it is not only used for Buddhist altars but also favored by young people as illumination at celebration or anniversary parties as well as interior decoration with relaxation effect. Its fantastic wavy flames create lounging atmosphere.