Ieyasu Extrait: The Architect of Peace
To understand Ieyasu Tokugawa is to understand the birth of modern Japan. After a century of ceaseless bloodshed, it was his unwavering patience and strategic brilliance that finally unified the nation, ushering in the 250-year "Great Peace" of the Edo period. Xarmony’s Ieyasu Extrait is a majestic, high-concentration tribute to the Shogun’s legacy—a fragrance that masterfully balances the rugged steel of the samurai with the refined, poetic luxury of the royal court.
The Shogun’s Garden: A Legacy in Bloom
Ieyasu was a man of deep contradictions: a fierce commander who found his greatest solace in the cultivation of his royal gardens. This Extrait opens with a top note of Japanese Red Cedarwood, evoking the ancient, towering forests of the Shizuoka coastline where Ieyasu’s journey began. It is the scent of determination, grounding the fragrance in the strength of the Tokugawa line.
At its heart, the fragrance unfolds into a lush, sun-drenched sanctuary of rare indulgences:
The Imperial Harvest: Featuring Shimizu Hakuto Peach, Honeydew Melon, and Sugared Watermelon. During the Shogun's reign, these were not mere fruits, but symbols of absolute wealth and peace.
The Royal Citrus: A vibrant burst of Red Mandarin, specifically chosen to honor the trees Ieyasu himself planted in his castle grounds—trees that still bear fruit to this day.
The Sakura Mist: Delicate Cherry Blossom and Sakura Petals float through the heart, providing a soft, floral veil that mirrors the fleeting beauty of life.
The Tea Ceremony & The Sea
As the fragrance evolves, it pays homage to the Shogun’s dedication to the Way of Tea. The creamy, vegetal smoothness of Jade Dew Gyokuro and Matcha Tea creates a meditative center, representing the discipline and cultural zenith of the Samurai class.
The base notes shift toward the horizon, where Sea Shore, Sea Salt, and Petrichor (the smell of rain on earth) meet the resinous warmth of Labdanum and Persimmon. This evocative dry down captures the essence of the Japanese coastline—the very shores Ieyasu fortified to protect his newly unified empire.
The Verdict: Earthy Elegance
Ieyasu Extrait is a "total" fragrance experience. It moves from the wild forests to the refined tea room, and finally to the salt-sprayed cliffs of the Pacific. By blending traditional Japanese botanicals with the depth of Elemi, Musk, and Orris, Xarmony has created a scent that is both ancient and avant-garde. It is for the leader who understands that true power is not just found in winning the war, but in maintaining the peace.
IEYASU EXTRAIT - 100ML
Phase Key Notes The Sensory Narrative The Foundation Japanese Red Cedarwood The rugged, woody strength of a founder. The Prosperity Peach, Sugared Watermelon, Red Mandarin The lush, sweet fruits of a nation at peace. The Tradition Gyokuro Tea, Matcha, Orris, Violet The refined, powdery elegance of the Edo court. The Horizon Sea Salt, Petrichor, Amber, Vanilla The enduring warmth of a legacy that defined a culture. Ieyasu and Yasuke both served under Oda Nobunaga. It is believed that they also fought alongside each other in multiple battles.
Ieyasu was added to the brand in place of our discountinued fragrance Ienari. We wanted to honor the original head of the Tokugawa Shogunate in place of his descendant Ienari Tokugawa. For this reason, Ienari was replaced with Ieyasu, however the central accord of Ienari lives on in the brand as a small feature in Chiyome, Yasuke, and Ieyasu.
Try Ieyasu alongside Yasuke and Chiyome.