Detailed Instructions. Tearing off the leaves: Tear off one or two leaves to burn. Also, you can put a few leaves in your wallet for later use. Lighting the leaf: Light the end of the leaf with a match or lighter. After about two seconds, blow out the flame. You cannot enjoy the smell while it is still flaming. Use the non-combustible mat: Please lay the smoking leaf on the dedicated non-combustible mat. Make sure the mat is on something non-combustible like a dish or ashtray. Additional Uses You can hang the entire branch on the wall as a decoration, but do not light or burn it when doing so. You can also use the entire branch as a diffuser in a scented oil bottle. Copyright 2024, Japan Incense. All rights reserved.