Yohji Yamamoto 1996 EDP

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Yohji

by Jean Kerléo

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Yohji Yamamoto Yohji is an Eau de Parfum launched in 1996, created by Jean Kerléo. Yohji opens with Green Notes, Bergamot, and Galbanum, settles into a heart of Raspberry and Blackberry, and dries down to a base of Musk, Sandalwood, and Vanilla. Yohji Yamamoto's Yohji carries a Statement verdict, a green-led wear.

A truly unique scent that defies easy categorisation. Yohji is a cult classic, beloved for its complex interplay of notes and its distinctive, almost magical, presence. It's a love-it-or-hate-it scent that has people desperately hunting for vintage bottles.
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  • Mysterious
  • Bold
  • Unique
  • Sophisticated
  • Edgy
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Yohji Eau de Parfum bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend
Topas listed
Galbanum44%
Bergamot29%
Green Notes27%
Heartas listed
Blackberry57%
Raspberry43%
Baseas listed
Vanilla41%
Sandalwood39%
Musk21%

Top, heart and base are the brand's own listing, not a timing claim - the industry classifies a note by its character as much as by how fast it fades. Each curve here is modelled from that material's own volatility, so groups can overlap when a house lists long-lasting materials in its heart.

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Performance & Mood

Performance

Longevity
Long (6-10h)
Projection
Strong
Intensity
Strong

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Fall Winter
Also Works:
Spring

A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

With its strong projection and exceptional longevity - often reported as over 12 hours - Yohji is a statement scent best suited for evenings and special occasions rather than the office. While versatile enough for casual wear, its unique character truly shines on dates and formal outings, where its boldness can be appreciated.

Declarable allergens

We derive these from the materials behind this fragrance's notes, not from the bottle. Each one is likely, not confirmed. The list is partial - the box can name others.

Declarable under EU Annex III

  • Bergamot Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil from Bergamot
  • Sandalwood Santalol from Sandalwood
  • Synthetic musk Hexamethylindanopyran from Musk
  • Vanillin from Vanilla

The large name is the everyday one. The small name is the INCI form on the box, so you can compare the two. Reactions differ between people. A patch-test panel is not a ranking of risk. How we derive this

About

Yohji opens with an unconventional blast of sharp, green galbanum and bright bergamot, avoiding a typical fresh start. This quickly evolves into a surprisingly juicy heart of blackberry and raspberry, a fruity sweetness that remains curiously dry instead of cloying. The base settles into a warm blend of soft sandalwood, clean musk, and a subtle, powdery vanilla, creating an enigmatic and long-lasting trail that's both challenging and addictive.

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