About this combination
Yamabuki is the saturated, almost metallic gold of the kerria rose in full bloom. Kuri-iro is the rich brown of roasted chestnuts — a favorite of Edo merchants. Together they are autumn abundance.
Where it works
- Autumn and harvest campaigns
- Bakery and confectionery branding
- Warm, approachable editorial
Historical context
This palette is inspired by the tradition of Sanzo Wada's 1933 Dictionary of Color Combinations, which cataloged combinations drawn from centuries of Japanese cultural life. The specific colors here use traditional shikisai names that have been in the public domain for generations.