50ml
50ml
50ml
d'Annam
ARASHIYAMA
Eau De Parfum
Unisex
Sizes
Starting
$160
Description
Arashiyama transports you to Kyoto's legendary bamboo grove, where towering stalks sway gently under a cool rainfall. This serene eau de parfum opens with the crisp, dewy freshness of bamboo leaves and rain-kissed grass, evolving into soft violet whispers before settling into warm, earthy bamboo wood. The composition captures the meditative tranquility of Japan's natural landscapes, offering a peaceful, spa-like experience that feels both familiar and transportive.
Perfumer: Anh Ngo
Scent Profile
Green
Woody
Fresh Aquatic
Herbaceous
Earthy With Light Floral Touches
Notes
Top Notes
Bamboo Leaves
Rain
Fresh Grass
Middle Notes
VioletBase Notes
Bamboo Wood
About d'Annam
d’Annam is a fine fragrance house from Vietnam founded around 2023 by Nick Hoang, presenting itself as an olfactory tribute to Asian cultures, especially Vietnam. Their debut collection, Chapter 1: Enchanting Vietnam, includes scents inspired by Vietnamese heritage — like White Rice and Vietnamese Coffee — and they emphasize handcrafted production, natural ingredients, and cultural storytelling.
Perfumer
Anh Ngo
Anh Ngo (Ngo Nguyen Viet Anh) is a Vietnamese perfumer who trained at ISIPCA and worked in the flavors & fragrance industry, including a tenure at IFF. He is the principal creative behind d’Annam fragrances, collaborating with founder Nick Hoang to interpret Vietnamese cultural and natural motifs through scent.
Reviews
4.0
Very Good7 reviews
Luckyscent
3.7/5 • 3 reviews
Ministry of Scent
4.3/5 • 4 reviews
Community Insights
Reviewers consistently praise Arashiyama for its authentic, serene green freshness that truly evokes a bamboo forest after rain. The fragrance is described as soft, clean, and comforting with a spa-like quality that feels meditative and peaceful. Some find it more subtle and ozonic than expected, leaning vintage powdery on certain skin types.
Pros
Performance excellence: Medium projection with respectable 6-8 hour longevity on skin, offering steady presence without overwhelming
Versatile appeal: Perfect for everyday wear, professional settings, meditation, and moments when you want to feel refreshed and centered
Quality composition: Clean, authentic bamboo representation with realistic rain and grass notes that feel natural rather than synthetic
Cons
Subtle presence: Those seeking bold, attention-grabbing projection may find it too soft and understated for their preference
Note balance: Some reviewers wanted more prominent bamboo and violet leaf character, finding it leaned more powdery than green on their skin
Comparisons
Similar to spa and wellness scents: Captures that fresh, clean laundry hang-drying quality with earthy dampness
Reminds reviewers of Japanese garden experiences: Less floral-forward than traditional Asian-inspired perfumes, more focused on green vegetation
Vibe & Emotions
Serene tranquility: Evoked when seeking mental clarity or peaceful moments of solitude in nature
Clean refreshment: Experienced during morning routines or after feeling overwhelmed, offering a reset sensation
Meditative calm: Surfaces during quiet contemplation or when desiring connection to natural, earthy environments
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