60ml
60ml
ONE DAY
EOC - KYOTO
Eau De Toilette
Unisex
Sizes
Starting
$134.07
HK$1,050
Description
ONE DAY's EOC - KYOTO opens with a bright and airy blend of bergamot and neroli, creating an immediate sense of calm and clarity. As it settles, a beautiful woody heart emerges, featuring the smooth, smoky nuances of guaiac wood and cedar, uplifted by a high-quality frankincense that adds a sparkling, almost ethereal quality. The fragrance then gracefully transitions into a grounding base of patchouli, sandalwood, and musk, evoking the serene atmosphere of a traditional Kyoto tea ceremony or a quiet stroll through ancient wooden temples. It's a remarkably balanced scent that manages to feel both rich and transparent, making it surprisingly versatile for various occasions.
Perfumer: Michael Wong
Scent Profile
Woody
Warm Spicy
Fresh Spicy
Citrus
Incense
Musky
Aromatic
Notes
Top Notes
Bergamot
NeroliMiddle Notes
Cedar
Guaiac Wood
FrankincenseBase Notes
Patchouli
Sandalwood
MuskAbout ONE DAY
ONE DAY is a Hong Kong-based niche perfume house founded by Michael Wong, renowned for its artistic fragrances infused with humor and photorealistic tea-inspired scents in the Tea Exclusive collection, including Oolong, Osmanthus, Jasmine, and Puerh. The brand embraces a minimalist philosophy, handcrafting and packaging each perfume in simple white bottles to evoke purity, calm, and the essence of time amidst urban chaos. Their Ethos of Cities line captures urban inspirations, setting them apart with playful yet sophisticated olfactory storytelling.
Perfumer
Michael Wong
Michael Wong is a Hong Kong-born perfumer who received academic training in Korea under the mentorship of an ISIPCA perfumer and has created fragrances for several brands. In 2017, he launched his own niche perfume house One Day, emphasizing simplicity, serenity, and wearable realism inspired by his family's tea-drinking tradition, with notable works including the award-winning Oolong Tea series that secured an Art and Olfaction Award in 2022. He recently debuted the house Epichron with Twin Peaks, a tea-infused scent shortlisted for an Art and Olfaction Award.
Reviews
Community Insights
Reviewers often praise EOC - KYOTO for its exceptional balance and refined composition, noting its ability to present deeper, woodier notes in a way that feels light and wearable, even in warmer climates. Many find it to be a serene and contemplative scent that evokes a sense of peace.
Pros
Performance excellence: The fragrance is noted for its ability to wear pleasantly in warm weather, suggesting good versatility and a refined presence.
Quality composition: The sheer bergamot and neroli combination is highlighted for its sparkle, complemented by the addition of high-quality frankincense, indicating a well-blended and thoughtful construction.
Balanced appeal: Reviewers appreciate the overall 'balance,' 'poise,' and 'refinement' in its scent profile, making it appealing to those who enjoy deeper notes without heaviness.
Cons
Specific limitation: No significant or commonly cited drawbacks were explicitly found in the available community review snippets.
Comparisons
Similar to Seoul by One Day: Reviewers note a high similarity (92%) between Kyoto and Seoul by One Day, sharing woody, warm spicy, and fresh spicy accords, as well as common notes like bergamot, cedarwood, and sandalwood.
Vibe & Emotions
Peaceful: The fragrance is described as evoking a sense of peace and clarity, reminiscent of a quiet tea ceremony.
Contemplative: It brings to mind the experience of smelling woods and being 'overflown by peace,' suggesting a meditative and introspective mood.
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