The first and only survey of Japanese design as seen through the lens of Japan's traditional colour spectrum - an exquisitely packaged fresh take on a universally popular topic.

The traditional colours of Japan have been in use since the seventh century, originally to indicate rank and social hierarchy but, over time, their significance has broadened to include all manner of designed objects. This landmark volume celebrates a curated selection of 200 colours (iro in Japanese), with each traditional shade illustrated by one or more items - ranging from 16th-century kimonos to contemporary chairs,

humble kitchen utensils to precious ceramics - providing a unique route to a deeper appreciation of Japanese design. Expertly bound in a traditional Japanese style, this stunning book is a beautiful design object in its own right and is a must-have for all lovers of design.

这是**本也是**一本通过日本传统色彩光谱来观察日本设计的调查，精心包装了一个普遍流行的主题。

日本的传统色彩自七世纪以来一直在使用，最初用于表示等级和社会等级，但随着时间的推移，其意义已经扩大到包括各种设计物品。这本具有里程碑意义的书介绍了精心挑选的200种颜色（日语为iro），每种传统颜色都有一件或多件物品来说明，从16世纪的和服到当代的椅子，从简陋的厨房用具到珍贵的陶瓷，为深入了解日本设计提供了独特的途径。本书以传统的日本风格进行专业装订，本身就是一件美丽的设计品，适合所有设计爱好者收藏。