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Shiseido · Sold as feminine
Hanatsubaki Kai Sumire
The crisp morning air in a Japanese garden, where the delicate scent of violets mingles with fresh foliage and subtle powdery notes.
Full bottle: Mid-range tier, typically $40–100. Links open each seller's own page. We may earn a commission; it never changes the order.
Hanatsubaki Kai SumireMid-range · $40–100
48%Similar accords, often for lessSophia Violet · Al Haramain PerfumesBudget tier, under $40 · shares violet, green notes and lily-of-the-valley8 matches →How it wears
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The story behind the bottle.
Hanatsubaki Kai Sumire by Shiseido was launched in 1989, embodying the brand's commitment to elegant and sophisticated fragrances that have defined Japanese luxury since 1872. This Floral scent opens with a vibrant green freshness, complemented by the delicate notes of violet and white florals. The powdery heart adds warmth and depth, while an ozonic finish evokes a sense of clarity and purity.
Apply this fragrance lightly to allow its complex layers to unfold naturally. The ozonic top note fades quickly, but the floral heart and powdery base will last through the day.
Fig. 01 — Hanatsubaki Kai Sumire, Shiseido
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Designer Shiseido
More from the house · founded 1872 · Japan
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The originalHanatsubaki Kai SumireShiseido · Mid-range · $40–100Al Haramain PerfumesSophia VioletShares Violet, Green notes and Lily-of-the-valleyunder $40★ 4.17 (6)
With Coach Coach Poppy Citrine Blossom
Adds citrus, woody and fresh spicy; shares violet.
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What people
are saying.
Warmly received so far: loved by 40%, disliked or hated by 8%.