{"title":"A Dictionary of Color Combinations","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"a-dictionary-of-color-combinations-traditional-japanese-color-palette-guide-by-sanzo-wada","title":"A Dictionary of Color Combinations – Traditional Japanese Color Palette Guide by Sanzo Wada","description":"\u003cp class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eOriginally published in 1934 as \u003cem\u003eHaishoku Sōkan (Complete Color Combinations)\u003c\/em\u003e, this beautifully restored edition revives one of Japan's most influential color reference books. Created by renowned artist and color researcher \u003cstrong\u003eSanzo Wada\u003c\/strong\u003e, it presents \u003cstrong\u003e348 carefully curated color combinations\u003c\/strong\u003e inspired by the elegant aesthetics of the Taishō and early Shōwa eras.\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLong before color coordination became a formal discipline, Wada recognized the importance of harmonious color design and laid the foundation for modern Japanese color research. His timeless combinations remain a valuable source of inspiration for designers, illustrators, artists, architects, fashion creators, and anyone passionate about Japanese aesthetics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCompact yet comprehensive, this edition includes traditional Japanese color names, printed color swatches, and CMYK values, making it both a practical design reference and a beautiful collectible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOfficial reprint of the classic \u003cstrong\u003e1934 Haishoku Sōkan (Complete Color Combinations)\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFeatures \u003cstrong\u003e348 traditional Japanese color combinations\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncludes authentic Japanese color names with phonetic readings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEvery palette includes printed color swatches and CMYK values\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInspired by the refined color aesthetics of the Taishō and early Shōwa periods\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIdeal for graphic design, illustration, interior design, fashion, textiles, painting, and crafts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompact pocket-sized edition\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWritten in Japanese\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAbout the Author\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSanzo Wada (1883–1967)\u003c\/strong\u003e was one of Japan's pioneering color researchers, painters, costume designers, and art directors. In 1927, he founded the \u003cstrong\u003eJapan Standard Color Association\u003c\/strong\u003e, now known as the \u003cstrong\u003eJapan Color Research Institute\u003c\/strong\u003e, helping establish modern color studies in Japan.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBeyond his contributions to color science, Wada worked in painting, fashion, theater, and film. In 1954, he won the \u003cstrong\u003eAcademy Award for Best Costume Design\u003c\/strong\u003e for \u003cem\u003eGate of Hell\u003c\/em\u003e and was later recognized by the Japanese government as a \u003cstrong\u003ePerson of Cultural Merit\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eProduct Information\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/strong\u003e Seigensha\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLanguage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Japanese\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e July 1, 2010\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFormat:\u003c\/strong\u003e Paperback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 281\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eISBN-10:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4861522471\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eISBN-13:\u003c\/strong\u003e 978-4861522475\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 14.9 × 1.7 × 10.9 cm\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCountry of Publication:\u003c\/strong\u003e Japan\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy You'll Love It\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you're selecting colors for branding, illustration, watercolor painting, textiles, or interior design, this book offers a timeless collection of harmonious palettes inspired by traditional Japanese aesthetics. Its carefully balanced color combinations remain surprisingly modern and continue to influence designers around the world.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Seigensha","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53194930848033,"sku":"4861522471","price":2700.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0263\/7214\/5240\/files\/61CCq_e0vWL._SY522.jpg?v=1786087341"},{"product_id":"sanzo-wada-a-dictionary-of-color-combinations-2-japanese-color-palette-reference-book","title":"A Dictionary of Color Combinations vol. 2 – Traditional Japanese Color Palette Guide by Sanzo Wada","description":"\u003cp class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA Dictionary of Color Combinations 2\u003c\/strong\u003e is the second volume in Seigensha’s celebrated revival of the historic color studies of Japanese artist and color researcher \u003cstrong\u003eSanzo Wada (1883–1967)\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFollowing the bestselling \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/wabisabi-store.jp\/products\/a-dictionary-of-color-combinations-traditional-japanese-color-palette-guide-by-sanzo-wada\" title=\"A Dictionary of Color Combinations\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eA Dictionary of Color Combinations\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e, this volume explores more complex and layered palettes inspired by \u003cstrong\u003eJapan’s changing seasons, early Shōwa-era fashion, interiors, crafts, and graphic design\u003c\/strong\u003e. It is both a historical color archive and a practical source of inspiration for designers, illustrators, artists, photographers, fashion professionals, interior designers, and anyone interested in Japanese visual culture. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eJapanese Colors Through the 12 Months\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe first section presents \u003cstrong\u003e72 multi-color combinations\u003c\/strong\u003e, each using between \u003cstrong\u003e3 and 7 colors\u003c\/strong\u003e and inspired by the twelve months of the Japanese year.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrom spring fields and fresh summer greenery to vivid autumn leaves and the quiet atmosphere of winter, the palettes capture the changing character of Japan’s seasons through carefully balanced color relationships. They can be used as inspiration for graphic design, fashion, kimono coordination, interiors, illustration, and other creative work. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eEarly Shōwa Fashion, Interiors \u0026amp; Design\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe second section revives color examples associated with \u003cstrong\u003eearly Shōwa-period fashion, interiors, crafts, and graphic design\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt includes \u003cstrong\u003e161 color examples\u003c\/strong\u003e drawn from the visual culture of the period, when Japanese fashion and design were becoming increasingly bold and modern. 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These make the book especially useful as a working reference for color planning, moodboards, illustration, fashion, interiors, and design projects. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAbout Sanzo Wada\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSanzo Wada (1883–1967)\u003c\/strong\u003e was a Japanese painter, color researcher, fashion designer, and stage and film art director. 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