I have been living in Japan for awhile and want to try using perfume that's not gonna raise an eyebrow during commute, especially on a crowded train.
I am not a perfume guy so please bear with me. I've only used drakkar noir before moving to Japan and have no idea on what other brands are great to use here. I think Drakkar noir might be too strong (or is it?).
Greatly appreciate sharing which brand worked well for you before or is still using now. Thank you!
by FlowEmpty8833
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I suggest Axe Body spray applied with a bucket. (Old man and never used so much as aftershave)
So japanese brands are generally pretty good since they’re not like asserting.
But I recently discovered gel perfumes where you can kinda put some small amounts of gel on your wrist or neck which you can smell but other people can’t. https://www.ipsa.co.jp/products/balancecare/fragrance/SF2506F.html?lang=en-US&pid=43824
I’m a fan of this brand but it’s a bit overpriced
Bleu
Some girls even stop to ask . 😂
I’m partial to Bvlgari Pour Homme. Its not overpowering but still smells nice.
As someone who loves fine fragrances and never, ever, ever gets a negative reaction while wearing them (proof the seat next to me is never empty on a train), the secret is (1) get scents that stay close to you with longevity rather than projection, (2) spend a little more and avoid the alcohol-heavy airport duty free stuff, and most importantly (3) less is more. Try Japan’s own Nile if you don’t want to spend too much: Savon Cachemire and Citrus Homme are very nice. Or splurge on L’Artisan (Timbuktu is good middle of the road, Pasage D’Enfer is classy) or Jo Malone Vetiver and Vanilla or Annick Goutal Eau d’Hadrien. I’m suggesting brands that I know will have milder options for someone who likes Drakkar. But you need to go and test it on your skin to be sure any of them works.
My situationship uses a Maison Margiela dupe and he smells soooo good lol. Highly recommend 👌
Drakkar Noir is insane. I usually only hear that fragrance from enthusiasts or old people. I do kinda want to get one since it’s one of the cheaper stuff available in Japan. Getting clones is unironically super expensive here.
Why is Afnan 9PM 50 bucks here? 💀