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Learn about Japan's traditional colors

2024.5.21

Can you read? Japan's traditional color "egg color" is not pronounced "Gyokushi". Color like a cute chick










What is Japan's traditional color "egg color"?




Egg color became popular from the late 17th century and was often used for kimono kosode. It is characterized by a bright yellow color with a reddish tinge, reminiscent of the yolk of a boiled chicken egg. When we hear the word egg-colored in modern times, we imagine an orange-tinged color, but the traditional egg-colored color is a slightly lighter yellow. It is also described as a light yellow color in the Edo period dyeing technique guidebook, ``Tekan Design Bushiyo.''





egg color = egg color

 

Eggs have been a symbol of life and resurrection since ancient times, including the "Easter egg" that appears during the Christian Easter festival. ``Tamagoiro'' is read as ``Tamagoiro''.







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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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