Yohji Yamamoto Pour Homme: released in 2004, citrus, fresh spicy and woody, about 5h on skin, projection 6/10, sillage 3/10. The alternatives below are matched to that profile.
The closest Yohji Yamamoto Pour Homme dupe we found is Guess 1981 for Men — 77% match, about $20 (estimate) versus about $90 for a 100 ml bottle.
The five closest scent matches — the best Yohji Yamamoto Pour Homme dupes we found, ranked by opening & dry-down similarity:
| # | Alternative | Scent match | Est. price (100 ml) | Longevity vs Yohji Yamamoto Pour Homme | Projection |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Guess 1981 for Men | 77% | about $20 (−78%) | 4h vs 5h | 4/10 |
| 2 | Miller et Bertaux Study No. 17 | 75% | about $55 (−39%) | 5h vs 5h | 6/10 |
| 3 | Ajmal Shadow II pour Homme | 84% | about $30 (−67%) | 5h vs 5h | 8/10 |
| 4 | Zara Miami Lincoln Road 420 | 73% | about $30 (−67%) | 5h vs 5h | 7/10 |
| 5 | Nina Ricci Memoire D'homme | 81% | about $35 (−61%) | 6h vs 5h | 6/10 |
A budget-friendly option that captures the woody and aromatic essence of the reference with a slightly more modern, accessible twist.
It shares its woody, leather and fresh spicy accords with Yohji Yamamoto Pour Homme, lasts about 4h against 5h and carries 321 community ratings.
Provides a minimalist, woody, and slightly spicy impression that aligns well with the understated elegance of the Yohji Yamamoto Pour Homme.
It shares its aromatic, citrus and fresh spicy accords with Yohji Yamamoto Pour Homme, lasts about 5h against 5h and carries 191 community ratings.
Shares a similar aromatic and woody character that evokes the sophisticated, understated vibe of the original Yohji Yamamoto composition.
It shares its woody, warm spicy and citrus accords with Yohji Yamamoto Pour Homme, lasts about 5h against 5h and carries 65 community ratings.
Features a fresh, aromatic profile that echoes the citrus and woody structure of the reference in a very affordable package.
It shares its citrus, warm spicy and aromatic accords with Yohji Yamamoto Pour Homme, lasts about 5h against 5h and carries 31 community ratings.
Offers a comparable blend of spice and woods that mirrors the refined, intellectual aesthetic found in the Yohji Yamamoto fragrance.
It shares its fresh spicy, citrus and woody accords with Yohji Yamamoto Pour Homme, lasts about 6h against 5h and carries 457 community ratings. It is listed as discontinued, so availability varies.
Guess 1981 for Men, at about $20 for 100 ml (estimate) — around 80% less than Yohji Yamamoto Pour Homme.
Nina Ricci Memoire D'homme, at about 6h on skin, against about 5h for Yohji Yamamoto Pour Homme.
Ajmal Shadow II pour Homme, at 84% overall scent match across the opening and the dry-down.
At 4 sprays a day — about 146 ml a year — Guess Guess 1981 for Men saves you about $105 a year against Yohji Yamamoto Pour Homme. Both priced at 100 ml; prices are estimates.
Across 2,358 originals, the median designer bottle is $120 and its closest match $30 — the Dupe Report 2026.
On an 8-hour day, none of the 5 last a full 8 hours. Nina Ricci Memoire D'homme comes closest at 6.1h, so it needs one re-spray to cover the day.
Yohji Yamamoto Pour Homme notes, performance and price
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Updated 2026-11-07.