Scent of Stillness – Exploring Arashiyama by D’Annam
Connection Parfumerie
A BAMBOO FOREST BOTTLED
Named after Kyoto’s tranquil bamboo grove, Arashiyama by D’Annam is an extrait de parfum that invites stillness. This fragrance captures the quiet moment when morning rain settles on bamboo leaves and filtered light dances across wet stone. It is green, fresh, and grounded — a scent of space, air, and quiet strength.
THE INSPIRATION
Arashiyama evokes one of Japan’s most iconic landscapes — a misty forest trail in early morning, where bamboo creaks gently in the breeze and moss blankets every surface. It’s a fragrance about simplicity, clarity, and presence. The founder’s inspiration was not just place, but a way of being: slow, reflective, and intentional.
THE NOTES
- Top: Bamboo Leaf, Rain Accord
- Heart: Fresh Grass, Violet
- Base: Bamboo Wood, Mineral Musk
CONCENTRATION & STYLE
Arashiyama is an extrait de parfum (25–30% concentration), crafted with a light hand. It offers moderate projection and soft longevity — designed to sit close to the skin like the memory of rainfall. This is a green woody scent that doesn’t shout. It meditates.
WHO IT’S FOR
If you love minimalist, nature-inspired scents with emotional subtlety, Arashiyama is for you. Perfect for those who enjoy perfumes like En Passant by Frédéric Malle or Tam Dao by Diptyque — but wish for something more grounded in Vietnamese and Japanese botanical identity.
HOW TO EXPERIENCE IT
Visit us in-store at Chapel Street or South Melbourne to sample Arashiyama, or shop online — we offer free shipping on orders over $200 within Australia.
Learn more about the brand in our D’Annam brand profile, or explore the full range here.
