Previously known as Banno Balm – same formula with a new name and look. Now available in two tin sizes, replacing the original 35ml.
50ml / 15ml
In Japanese, yama kusa means, 山 mountain & 草 grass.
This is an all-purpose balm made from plants traditionally known for their skin-soothing properties:
・蓬 yomogi (Japanese mugwort)
・黒文字 kuromoji (Japanese spicebush)
・ドクダミ dokudami (chameleon plant)
・琵琶の葉 biwa-no-ha (loquat leaf)
・オオバコ ōbako (broadleaf plantain)
Use
Apply on minor skin concerns like dryness, itching, insect bites, and small wounds.
The herbs are steeped in cured sesame oil for several months without heat, creating a slow, potent infusion. There are no essential oils used in this balm, it has a nice mild fragrance derived from the whole plants.
Ingredients
Cured cold-pressed sesame oil, mugwort (Artemisia princeps Pampan. & Artemisia indica), kuromoji (Lindera umbellata), dokudami (Houttuynia cordata), broadleaf plantain (Plantago major), loquat leaf (Eriobotrya japonica), wild beeswax, organic brown rice alcohol (trace amounts), natural vitamin E.
✹Made in the old volcanic lands of Mt. Daisen & the sea✹
⸝⸝ ⸝⸝ ⸝⸝ ⸝⸝ ⸝⸝ ⸝⸝ ⸝⸝⸝⸝ ⸝⸝ ⸝⸝ ⸝⸝ ⸝⸝ ⸝⸝ ⸝⸝⸝⸝ ⸝⸝ ⸝⸝ ⸝⸝ ⸝⸝ ⸝⸝ ⸝⸝⸝⸝ ⸝⸝ ⸝⸝ ⸝⸝ ⸝⸝ ⸝⸝ ⸝⸝⸝⸝ ⸝⸝ ⸝⸝ ⸝⸝ ⸝⸝ ⸝⸝ ⸝⸝
Reviews
"I have a skin condition where the itchiness doesn't go away easily. I’ve tried various remedies, including over-the-counter products and traditional treatments, then I came across this product. It doesn't completely stop the itching in just one use, but even so, the difference compared to other products is significant. So when I heard it was no longer available, I was truly shocked. But when I found out it was coming back, I felt such relief. Thank you very much’’
- Kankan (translated from Japanese)
"I opened the lid and was amazed. A deep, deep green color. Just seeing this color, I could feel its power. After my husband, who has atopic dermatitis, takes a bath with bamboo vinegar and his skin becomes smooth, I gently apply this cream in a thin layer to his back. It absorbs quickly and deeply into the skin. There’s no sticky feeling at all. As for me, I usually get by with just herbal water, but in the winter, my skin gets dry. So I apply this cream in a thin layer, and it makes my skin feel plump and nourished. Rather than slathering on a thick amount, layering it on lightly seems to work best for me. It’s also great for insect bites and chapped hands. Every time I open the lid, it feels like the balm is reminding me that I am about to receive the energy of the land. I will use it with care and gratitude."
- Kei (translated from Japanese)
"The texture is smoother than I expected, and it spreads well without feeling greasy, so I’ve been using it generously while enjoying the soothing scent. When I apply it to my hands, which often get rough from work, the herbal fragrance makes me feel like they’re healing."
- Mariko (translated from Japanese)
⸝⸝ ⸝⸝ ⸝⸝ ⸝⸝ ⸝⸝ ⸝⸝ ⸝⸝⸝⸝ ⸝⸝ ⸝⸝ ⸝⸝ ⸝⸝ ⸝⸝ ⸝⸝⸝⸝ ⸝⸝ ⸝⸝ ⸝⸝ ⸝⸝ ⸝⸝ ⸝⸝⸝⸝ ⸝⸝ ⸝⸝ ⸝⸝ ⸝⸝ ⸝⸝ ⸝⸝⸝⸝ ⸝⸝ ⸝⸝ ⸝⸝ ⸝⸝ ⸝⸝ ⸝⸝
Shipping
Orders are shipped using reused packaging materials whenever possible - no fancy wrapping here. Orders may take anywhere from 3-7 days to ship out, as this is a small and slow shop. Thank you for your patience.
International Orders
Please purchase at your own risk. We cannot guarantee that your order won’t be delayed or held at customs, or that it won’t incur import duties or taxes.
Disclaimer
You are responsible for your own health.
The content on this website is for educational purposes only and is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. This information has not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration.
Please do not use this website to self-diagnose or treat any medical conditions. Nothing here is intended to prescribe or replace professional medical advice.
Previously known as Banno Balm – same formula with a new name and look. Now available in two tin sizes, replacing the original 35ml.
50ml / 15ml
In Japanese, yama kusa means, 山 mountain & 草 grass.
This is an all-purpose balm made from plants traditionally known for their skin-soothing properties:
・蓬 yomogi (Japanese mugwort)
・黒文字 kuromoji (Japanese spicebush)
・ドクダミ dokudami (chameleon plant)
・琵琶の葉 biwa-no-ha (loquat leaf)
・オオバコ ōbako (broadleaf plantain)
Use
Apply on minor skin concerns like dryness, itching, insect bites, and small wounds.
The herbs are steeped in cured sesame oil for several months without heat, creating a slow, potent infusion. There are no essential oils used in this balm, it has a nice mild fragrance derived from the whole plants.
Ingredients
Cured cold-pressed sesame oil, mugwort (Artemisia princeps Pampan. & Artemisia indica), kuromoji (Lindera umbellata), dokudami (Houttuynia cordata), broadleaf plantain (Plantago major), loquat leaf (Eriobotrya japonica), wild beeswax, organic brown rice alcohol (trace amounts), natural vitamin E.
✹Made in the old volcanic lands of Mt. Daisen & the sea✹
⸝⸝ ⸝⸝ ⸝⸝ ⸝⸝ ⸝⸝ ⸝⸝ ⸝⸝⸝⸝ ⸝⸝ ⸝⸝ ⸝⸝ ⸝⸝ ⸝⸝ ⸝⸝⸝⸝ ⸝⸝ ⸝⸝ ⸝⸝ ⸝⸝ ⸝⸝ ⸝⸝⸝⸝ ⸝⸝ ⸝⸝ ⸝⸝ ⸝⸝ ⸝⸝ ⸝⸝⸝⸝ ⸝⸝ ⸝⸝ ⸝⸝ ⸝⸝ ⸝⸝ ⸝⸝
Reviews
"I have a skin condition where the itchiness doesn't go away easily. I’ve tried various remedies, including over-the-counter products and traditional treatments, then I came across this product. It doesn't completely stop the itching in just one use, but even so, the difference compared to other products is significant. So when I heard it was no longer available, I was truly shocked. But when I found out it was coming back, I felt such relief. Thank you very much’’
- Kankan (translated from Japanese)
"I opened the lid and was amazed. A deep, deep green color. Just seeing this color, I could feel its power. After my husband, who has atopic dermatitis, takes a bath with bamboo vinegar and his skin becomes smooth, I gently apply this cream in a thin layer to his back. It absorbs quickly and deeply into the skin. There’s no sticky feeling at all. As for me, I usually get by with just herbal water, but in the winter, my skin gets dry. So I apply this cream in a thin layer, and it makes my skin feel plump and nourished. Rather than slathering on a thick amount, layering it on lightly seems to work best for me. It’s also great for insect bites and chapped hands. Every time I open the lid, it feels like the balm is reminding me that I am about to receive the energy of the land. I will use it with care and gratitude."
- Kei (translated from Japanese)
"The texture is smoother than I expected, and it spreads well without feeling greasy, so I’ve been using it generously while enjoying the soothing scent. When I apply it to my hands, which often get rough from work, the herbal fragrance makes me feel like they’re healing."
- Mariko (translated from Japanese)
⸝⸝ ⸝⸝ ⸝⸝ ⸝⸝ ⸝⸝ ⸝⸝ ⸝⸝⸝⸝ ⸝⸝ ⸝⸝ ⸝⸝ ⸝⸝ ⸝⸝ ⸝⸝⸝⸝ ⸝⸝ ⸝⸝ ⸝⸝ ⸝⸝ ⸝⸝ ⸝⸝⸝⸝ ⸝⸝ ⸝⸝ ⸝⸝ ⸝⸝ ⸝⸝ ⸝⸝⸝⸝ ⸝⸝ ⸝⸝ ⸝⸝ ⸝⸝ ⸝⸝ ⸝⸝
Shipping
Orders are shipped using reused packaging materials whenever possible - no fancy wrapping here. Orders may take anywhere from 3-7 days to ship out, as this is a small and slow shop. Thank you for your patience.
International Orders
Please purchase at your own risk. We cannot guarantee that your order won’t be delayed or held at customs, or that it won’t incur import duties or taxes.
Disclaimer
You are responsible for your own health.
The content on this website is for educational purposes only and is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. This information has not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration.
Please do not use this website to self-diagnose or treat any medical conditions. Nothing here is intended to prescribe or replace professional medical advice.
