What is the traditional Japanese color "Coral Vermilion"?
Vermilion coral is a vivid orange color with a strong reddish hue. Its name comes from red coral, which is considered to be especially rare among coral gemstones. It has been a color highly valued in Japan and China since ancient times, and coral gemstones come in three colors: white, pink, and red, with the red ones being the most prized. Among them, those with a strong reddish hue were called "red coral (vermilion coral)" and those with a paler hue were called "fixed coral." Powdered coral pigments are resistant to fading, so there are records of them being used in paintings and ink pads in China during the Song Dynasty.
Coral vermilion
Since ancient times, coral has been used extensively in hair ornaments and hairpins as a color that stands out against women's black hair, and has been loved as an accessory. "Coral vermilion" is pronounced "sango shuiro."
DIC Japanese Traditional Colors: R241 G124 B103 #F17C67/Coral Vermilion
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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.
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