Colors of Japan

A quiet library of traditional Japanese colors. Each one holds a name from nature, a classical poem, and centuries of meaning. Open slowly. Let the color stay.

Japan has a color for every feeling.

Colors of Japan brings 50 hand-selected traditional Japanese colors to life — not just as swatches, but as windows into Japanese culture, history, and poetry. Each color carries a name rooted in nature, an origin story spanning centuries, and a classical poem that captures its essence.

TODAY'S COLOR Every day reveals a new color tied to the current season. Wake up to the blush of 桜色 Sakura-iro in spring, the deep indigo of 藍色 Ai-iro in summer, the warm amber of 柿色 Kaki-iro in autumn, or the quiet silver of 白銀 Shirogane in winter.

SEASONAL PALETTES Browse colors organized by Japan's four seasons — Spring, Summer, Autumn, Winter. Discover which hues the Japanese have associated with cherry blossoms, cicadas, maple leaves, and snow for over a thousand years.

COLOR STORIES Every color includes: · Its Japanese name (kanji, romaji, and English) · A poetic English name that captures its spirit · The historical era it originates from · A classical Japanese poem (waka or haiku) with romaji and English translation · Practical usage examples across art, fashion, and architecture

DESIGNER TOOLS Copy color values instantly in the format you need: · HEX, RGB, HSL · CSS custom property · Tailwind CSS class · Figma-ready value · SwiftUI Color initializer

Instantly generate color harmonies — complementary, analogous, triadic — based on any traditional color.

EXPLORE Search the entire collection by Japanese kanji, romaji, or English meaning. Filter by season. Find the perfect color for your next design, artwork, or creative project.

DESIGNED FOR · Designers and creative professionals seeking authentic Japanese palettes · Japan enthusiasts, travelers, and cultural explorers · Students of Japanese language, art, and history · Anyone who finds beauty in the stories behind colors

FULLY OFFLINE No account required. No internet connection needed. Every color, story, and poem is built into the app.

Discover the colors that shaped a culture. Take a deep breath, read the poem, and find your inspiration.