Kanebo Valcan
Kanebo

Valcan

CitrusGreenAromaticFloralSweetWoodyMusky

Valcan by Kanebois a fragrance for men. Valcan was launched in 1976. Top notes are Aldehydes, Green Notes, Bergamot, Lemon and Lime; middle notes are Carnation, Jasmine, Basil, Rose and Tonka Bean; base notes are Sandalwood, Tonka Bean, Amber, Musk, Moss and Cedarwood.

Notes

Top notes
First 0–15 minutes
Heart notes
15 minutes – 2 hours
Base notes
2+ hours, dry-down

Fragrance profile

Estimated from note profile
Longevity6–8 hrs
Sillage (projection)Moderate

When to wear Valcan

Best seasons
🌸Spring☀️Summer🍂Autumn❄️Winter
Best occasions
Daily wearDate nightEveningSport / outdoorFormal

ScentCast scores every fragrance against live weather, your occasion, and your taste — so it tells you the exact days Valcan is the right pick.

Fragrances similar to Valcan

Share the most signature heart and base notes with Valcan.

Other fragrances from Kanebo

See the full Kanebo collection →

Common questions about Valcan

What does Kanebo Valcan smell like?+

Kanebo Valcan is a citrus, green, and aromatic fragrance. The opening is lemon, green notes, and basil. the heart settles on carnation, jasmine, and rose. the dry-down rests on sandalwood, amber, and musk.

How long does Kanebo Valcan last on skin?+

Kanebo Valcan is estimated to last 6–8 hrs on skin (a 4/5 longevity score). This is derived from the base-note composition — heavier base families like oriental, woody, and leather extend wear, while citrus-led blends tend to fade faster.

How strong is the projection of Kanebo Valcan?+

Kanebo Valcan projects at a moderate level (3/5 sillage). Expect it to be noticeable within arm's reach without overpowering the room.

When should I wear Kanebo Valcan?+

Kanebo Valcan is best worn during spring, summer, autumn, and winter. The note profile makes it well suited to daily wear, date night, evening, sport / outdoor, and formal. ScentCast pairs it with live weather and your calendar so you only reach for it on the right days.

Do I need to reapply Kanebo Valcan during the day?+

Based on the note structure, a single morning application usually carries through the full day. Heat and humidity will shorten longevity; cooler weather and moisturised skin will extend it.

Is Kanebo Valcan worth adding to a fragrance collection?+

Kanebo Valcan fits collectors looking for citrus, green, and aromatic signature. ScentCast members can add Kanebo Valcan to their collection and the app will surface it on the days the weather, occasion, and personal taste align — turning a single bottle into an informed rotation pick rather than a guess.

Now live on iOS & Android

Add Valcan to your ScentCast collection

ScentCast learns your collection and picks the right scent for the weather, the occasion, and your mood — automatically. Start with a 1-week free trial.

Free to download. Premium is $3.99/wk or $39.99/yr (7-day free trial on annual).