Noshime Hanairo (Flower color of Noshime)Noshime Hanairo (Flower color of Noshime)

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2024.8.2

Can you read it? The traditional Japanese color "Noshimokukasho" is not pronounced "Noshimokukasho"










What is the traditional Japanese color "Noshime Hanairo"?




Noshime Hanairo is a deep blue with a stronger gray tint than Noshimeiro. Noshime is a plain weave woven with raw silk for the warp and semi-refined silk for the weft. It is a traditional Japanese fabric that was often used as formal attire for samurai during the Edo period. Noshime Hanairo refers to the small sleeves worn under hemp kimonos, and refers to a type of flower color used in this fabric.





Noshime Hanairo = Noshime Hanairo

 

There are many colors based on the Noshime pattern, including Noshime Sky Blue, Noshime Light Blue, Noshime Navy Blue, etc. "Noshime Flower Color" is read as "Noshime Hanairo".







R43 G95 B117 #2B5F75 / Noshime Hanairo (Noshime Flower Color)




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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