Sabi Onando (Rusty Storeroom)Sabi Onando (Rusty Storeroom)

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2025.1.23

Can you read it? The traditional Japanese color "Sabi Onando" is not pronounced "Seigonando"










What is the traditional Japanese color "Sabi Onando"?




Sabi Onando, a unique, calm blue color with a deep grayish green tinge, was one of the popular colors that attracted attention during the Edo period. It is also written as "sabi-nandou" and is characterized by its low saturation and dull tone. The "onando" in the color name comes from the fact that onando is a storeroom in Edo Castle. Sabi Onando is a color that gives a subdued yet cool impression, reflecting the Japanese aesthetic sense of the time.





Sabi Onando = Sabi Onando

 

The color of rust has a subdued saturation and a quiet, calm atmosphere. It was loved by Edokko as a stylish color. "Sabi Onando" is pronounced "sabi onando".







R51 G103 B116 #336774 / Sabi Onando




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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