A Dictionary of Color Combinations

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I think most of the English names used in the book are rather ad hoc, while the Japanese terms would actually be recognised in certain specialised occupations, like kimono dyeing, Japanese style painting (or 'nihonga'), lacquerware making, 'ukiyo-e' woodblock printing, etc.

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I recently stumbled upon a nice color book that is based on the original 6 volume colour dictionary by Haishoku Soukan.

Conversion of CMYK colors to RGB / HEX is difficult - so not all are faithful to the printed plates in the book. There is an index of CYMK Color Codes, lists of where each color was featured, and also has cutout color chips, making it an ideal book for designers who enjoy being inspired by new color combinations. The only English language in the book are the color names; there is no other context, nor suggestions on how to use it.

Sanzo Wada was active as an artist, art school instructor, costume designer for the movies and the theater, and kimono and fashion designer who employed his extensive and versatile talents to do innovative work that centered primarily on visual perception and form. A Dictionary of Color Combinations” is a comprehensive guide providing inspiration and guidance for designers with a wide range of color palettes and insights into the psychology of color. The downside if you don't read Japanese is that you can't enjoy the beautifully imaginative Japanese colour words. From 1933 to 1934 Sanzo Wada published a collection of color combinations that was the first of its kind in Japan. i wonder if these combinations are related to kasane no irome, the art of colour-layering garments from japan’s heian era.