Seren Matcha - Hikari Ceremonial Matcha (First Harvest)

Hikari Ceremonial Grade Matcha by Seren

Balanced • Umami • Floral

Meet Hikari, our expressive ceremonial blend from Uji, Kyoto - crafted for those who enjoy depth and intensity in their daily ritual. Hand-picked in the first harvest, carefully shade-grown for over 20 days, and stone-milled slow, Hikari delivers rich umami layered with fresh green pea sweetness, balanced by gentle bitterness and a clean, lingering finish. Powerful enjoyed traditionally, yet beautifully suited to milk.

Meet Hikari, our expressive ceremonial blend from Uji, Kyoto — crafted for those who enjoy depth and intensity in their daily ritual. Hand-picked in the first harvest, carefully shade-grown, and stone-milled slow, 

Origin & Process

• Region: Uji, Kyoto, Japan
• Harvest: First flush (shincha season)
• Cultivars: Okumidori & Yabukita
• Shading: 20 days under traditional coverings
• Picked: Hand‑picked, hand‑sorted
• Milling: Granite stone‑milled at low speed to protect aroma

Crafted with respect

Hikari showcases the brighter, more focused side of Japanese matcha craftsmanship. Sourced from small Uji producers and finished with meticulous care, it’s a bold yet refined matcha - designed for clarity, presence, and moments that call for a little more intensity.