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Learn about Japan's traditional colors

2023.10.27

Can you read? The Chinese name for Japan's traditional color "Mulan Color" comes from that Disney movie.













The color is dyed with the bark of the mulberry tree, which comes from China, and is a pale, dull yellow-brown color with a slight reddish tinge. In China, it is called Mulan, and it is also the name of the brave heroine who appears in the story ``Hua Mulan'', which is told in folklore and popular literature. The main character of Disney's animated movie "Mulan" is also modeled after this flower muran. In ancient times, it was also one of the colors of the kesa, the clothing worn by monks.





Mokuranji = Mokuranjiki

 

 

The word mullet resembles an orchid flower, and the word magnolia resembles a lotus. It is also called purple magnolia due to its flower color. The flower language of the orchid, which is native to China, is the love of nature and the sublime. ``Mokuraniro'' is read as ``Mokuranjiki''.







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What is “Learn about Japan’s traditional colors”?
We will also introduce beautiful traditional Japanese colors, how to read their kanji, and the background behind the colors. Let's enjoy together the Japanese sensibilities that have been passed down since ancient times.

 

 


Reference books: “Beautiful Japanese Traditional Colors” published by PIE International, “365 Days of Poons Illustrated Book” written by Reki Seikatsu and published by Genkosha

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