Now that cleaning is complete, all that remains is to welcome the New Year. What you want in a tidy room is a plant that soothes the soul and cleanses the air.


The "koke-pochi" from Eco-Earth is a green interior design that combines a traditional Japanese moss ball with a frame that has a "deodorizing" function.

The frame is made of a porous material, bamboo charcoal, which is effective in adsorbing odors, and naturally occurring Bacillus subtilis bacteria, which decomposes and eliminates the source of collected odors. It is said to be effective against all kinds of indoor odors such as cigarettes, toilets, kitchen waste, and pets.


When the frames are no longer needed, they can be crushed and put into planters and flowerpots for effective use as soil conditioners, making them a nature-friendly product.

The frames are available in black or white, and a variety of designs are available to match both Western and Japanese-style rooms. Prices start at around 2,000 yen. The moss balls can be dipped in water when they become dry, so they are easy to care for and would make a great gift for a housewarming or housewarming party.


The company also offers the "eco-pochi" series for growing pachira, banyan, and other ornamental plants. Pre-planted plants and plant kits are also available. Both types can be purchased at the company's official shopping site.


(*All images are sourced from the official "koke-pochi" website.