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Tom Ford · Sold as unisex
Japon Noir
The quiet confidence of an art gallery opening late at night, where the scent of polished wood and leather mingles with subtle hints of citrus and earth.
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Japon NoirLuxury · $250+
83%Similar accords, often for lessExplorer Extreme · MontblancMid-range tier, $40–100 · all 5 of its listed notes are in this one8 matches →How it wears
From community votes · bars are each option's shareComposition & Character
The story behind the bottle.
Japon Noir by Tom Ford, launched in 2007, is an exploration of contrasts and rich layers that evoke the brand's signature elegance and sophistication. The composition begins with a bright citrus-aromatic accord before diving into a complex heart of patchouli and earthy notes. This gives way to a base of woody, leathery, and ambery warmth, creating a scent that oscillates between sharp freshness and enveloping depth.
Apply two sprays to your pulse points — the bright top notes dissipate quickly, but the rich base of patchouli and amber lingers. This fragrance is best for evening wear when its warmth can be fully appreciated.
Fig. 01 — Japon Noir, Tom Ford
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Designer Tom Ford
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The originalJapon NoirTom Ford · Luxury · $250+Montblanc · 2025Explorer ExtremeAll 5 of its listed notes are in this one$40–100★ 4.24 (1,883)72%Match
Dior · 2012Les Creations de Monsieur Dior DiorlingAll 4 of its listed notes are in this one$100–250★ 4.05 (186)59%Match
Alfred Dunhill · 2017Desire ExtremeShares 5 of its 9 notes$40–100★ 3.93 (263)65%Match
Elie Saab · 2016Cuir PatchouliShares 4 of its 5 notes$100–250★ 4.20 (94)
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Adds fruity, marine and lavender; shares amber and patchouli.
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What people
are saying.
A community favourite: loved by 53%, disliked or hated by 9%.