This comprehensive color reference is an essential tool for designers, fashion enthusiasts, illustrators, and interior decorators. Following the success of the original "Dictionary of Color Combinations | Colors of the Taisho and Showa Periods," this much-anticipated sequel revives Japan’s first-ever color guide created by Sanzo Wada.
Hailed internationally as “a fascinating source of inspiration, revealing stunning colors previously unknown” (Die Zeit, Germany), the original became a long-time bestseller, captivating creatives around the world.
The sequel presents faithful reproductions of Wada’s "Color Collection B" (1934-1935) and "New 500 Design Collection" (1938).
72 multi-color palettes (3-7 colors) representing the 12 months of Japan, ideal for design projects, fashion coordination, kimono styling, and interior decoration.
165 Showa-era color combinations from fashion, interiors, and graphic design, offering a nostalgic yet timeless reference, perfect for period research and creative inspiration.
Traditional Japanese colors such as "Choshun-iro" (Long Spring Color), "Hana-asagi" (Flower Light Blue), and "Ume-nezumi" (Plum Mouse), complete with English translations to inspire creative projects through unique color names.
Includes 172 detachable color chips for hands-on creative application.
Sanzo Wada (1883~1967)
Sanzo Wada's interest in the importance of color prompted him to found the Japan Standard Color Association (present-day Japan Color Research Institute) in 1927. Active not only as a color researcher but also as an artist, fashion designer, and stage and film art director, he received the 1954 Academy Award for Best Costume Design for Gate of Hell and was recognized as a Person of Cultural Merit by the Japanese government in 1958.
