The Seasonal

Japanese Colors

SPRING

Nanohana-iro / 菜の花色

A bright yellow with a hint of green. Delicate and edible, these flowers are a true taste of the season.

Moegi-iro / 萌黄色

A fresh yellow-green reminiscent of newly sprouted leaves. Symbolizes the beginning of spring and new life.

Sakura-iro / 桜色

A soft, gentle pink like the first petals of cherry blossoms.Represents the fleeting beauty of Japanese spring.

Awafuji-iro / 泡藤色

A soft pale purple like wisteria blossoms. Elegant and refined, a truly Japanese color.

Momohana-iro / 桃花色

A delicate pink inspired by the blossoms of the peach tree. Softer and more refined than peach fruit tones.

Tokyoshiracha-iro / 東京白茶色

One of the popular colors of the Meiji era. Named as Tokyo became the new capital, evoking anticipation for a new era and admiration for the city. Combines modern sophistication with traditional Japanese calmness.

SUMMER

Hakuji-iro / 白磁色

Inspired by white porcelain, a delicate white with a hint of warmth. Softer than pure white, subtly bluish or grayish, evoking refined calmness.

Kinutaseiji-iro / 砧青磁色

A soft green with a hint of blue, reminiscent of celadon porcelain. Exudes quiet elegance and traditional beauty.

Tensei-syoku / 天青色

A clear, bright blue reminiscent of a clear sky. Light and refreshing, with an open, airy feel.

Urayanagi-iro / 裏柳色

The pale, refreshing yellow-green reminiscent of the underside of willow leaves. A light and elegant Japanese hue that evokes the gentle breeze of summer.

Kinari-iro / 生成色

The natural color of undyed fabric. Rustic and gentle, evoking warmth and simplicity.

Ai-iro / 藍色

A Indigo deep, calm blue with a slight green tint, like traditional indigo dye. Represents Japanese tradition, strong yet refined.

AUTUMN

Miyakonezu-iro / 都鼠色

A soft gray with a hint of brown. Evokes the refined aesthetic of Kyoto, a calm and sophisticated color.

Mushikuri-iro / 蒸栗色

A gentle yellow-brown like steamed chestnuts. Evokes the cozy warmth of autumn.

Kuchiba-iro / 朽葉色

A soft brown with a yellow tint, like autumn leaves. Represents the deepening colors of fall.

Kurogaki-iro / 黒柿色

A deep, rich brown reminiscent of black persimmon wood. Represents natural strength and elegance.

Rikyu-iro / 利休色

A muted, slightly grayish green inspired by the aesthetics of tea ceremony. Evokes quiet beauty and wabi-sabi.

Kitsune-iro / 狐色

A reddish-yellow brown reminiscent of a fox’s fur. A color that conveys warmth and the natural strength of the outdoors.

WINTER

Sumi-iro / 墨色

A deep, soft black like ink. Evokes the strength and calmness of Japanese calligraphy and ink painting.

Shinku-iro / 真紅色

A rich, vivid red. Combines passion and elegance, making a striking impression.

Ginnezu-iro / 銀鼠色

A light gray with a silver sheen. Exudes refined calmness and sophistication.

Nibi-iro / 鈍色

A warm, muted gray. A traditional Japanese color with understated, subtle beauty.

Edomurasaki-iro / 江戸紫色

A slightly muted, refined purple. Represents the sophisticated aesthetic of Edo.

Konjyou-iro / 紺青色

A dark, refined blue with a hint of purple, derived from the pigment “Prussian Blue.” Deep and vivid, evoking the profound depth of a clear night sky.