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2024.10.3

Can you read it? The traditional Japanese color "Sakegaki" is not pronounced "Sairakugaki"










What is the traditional Japanese color "Sakekaki"?




Sharaku persimmons have a light reddish brown color, like a persimmon that has been washed and bleached. It is a lighter persimmon color than washed persimmons, but a little darker than thin persimmons. The Shogei Kokyo, published in 3, states, "Sharaku persimmons. Dye the underside with a desired color using plum blossoms, then mix lime with water on top and dip the piece in the mixture. The red of the plum will come through and the piece will become a light color. It can be dyed shallowly or deeply as desired." It states that adding lime to the color dyed with plum blossoms produces the distinctive light reddish brown color of Sharaku persimmons.





Sharekaki = Sharegaki

 

They were originally called "saraki" (sarashi persimmons), but came to be called "sharekaki" (sharekaki) because it sounds better. "Sharekaki" is pronounced "sharegaki."







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What is “Learn about Japan’s traditional colors”?
We will also introduce beautiful traditional Japanese colors, how to read their kanji, and the background behind the colors. Let's enjoy together the Japanese sensibilities that have been passed down since ancient times.

 

 


Reference books: “Beautiful Japanese Traditional Colors” published by PIE International, “365 Days of Poons Illustrated Book” written by Reki Seikatsu and published by Genkosha

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