Hikaru Daichi

光カ大地

Di Ser 2022

There are many ways to translate Hikaru Daichi. "Light of great wisdom," "Glow of the vast land," etc. When you spray Hikaru Daichi for the first time, each of these translations makes sense.

First of all, I believe this masterpiece deserves more attention, and now that spring is approaching and the sun is gaining strength again, it is the perfect companion for any occasion. Here, niche and signature come together, and the great thing is, it's somehow new, different, fresh, and special.

I have tested several Di Ser fragrances by now, but this one is by far my favorite. Certainly not a bargain at over 5 EUR per ml. But it truly offers top quality.

Sillage and longevity are decent, but of course, at this price point, most people wish for more power. That is more than enough for me.

A few thoughts on the scent:
In my mind, a picture of a journey to Japan emerges, a moment of silence amidst sun-warmed forests. The fragrance starts citrusy-peppery with a zesty freshness from lime, which feels very mystical due to the resinous notes of wood and pine. It's as if you are taking a deep breath during a morning walk in the woods. In the drydown, it becomes wonderfully balsamic-woody and has a very nice depth. For me, it also feels somewhat therapeutic and, above all, very natural.

I can really recommend everyone to try this fragrance, as long as you appreciate quality and the art of perfumery and are not on the hunt for beast-mode scents.

Hikaru Daichi has been on the market for a while, but for me, it is my personal discovery of the year.