{"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":99.32,"currency_code":"PLN","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0263\/7214\/5240\/files\/61CCq_e0vWL._SY522.jpg?v=1786070549","url":"https:\/\/wabisabi-store.jp\/products\/a-dictionary-of-color-combinations-traditional-japanese-color-palette-guide-by-sanzo-wada","provider":"WABI-SABI STORE","version":"1.0","type":"link"}