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Red · 🇯🇵 和色

桑染 (Kuwazome)

#64363C

A deep muted red with warm undertones. A traditional Japanese color (和色) with deep cultural roots in kimono, ink painting, and seasonal aesthetics.

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Emotion & Mood

Emotion
BalancedWarm
Mood
StableGrounded

Personality & Symbolism

BalancedApproachableVersatile
Cultural Symbolism

Rooted in Japanese culture, nature, and seasonal beauty.

Recommended Use

Suitable for backgrounds and subtle design elements.

Color Harmonies

Complementary
#64363C
+
#36635d
Split Complementary
#366346
#64363C
#365363
Darker Shades
Lighter Tints

Visual Analysis

Hue352°
Saturation30%
Lightness30%
This is a dark color with moderate saturation. It falls in the red hue family (352°).

Technical Values

HEX#64363C
RGBrgb(100, 54, 60)
HSLhsl(352, 30%, 30%)
CMYK0%, 46%, 40%, 61%
ContrastDark
CSSbackground: #64363C;

Accessibility — WCAG Contrast

White Text Sample
The quick brown fox jumps.
9.84:1
AA AAA
Black Text Sample
The quick brown fox jumps.
2.13:1
AA AAA

WCAG 2.1 requires a contrast ratio of ≥4.5:1 for AA (normal text) and ≥7:1 for AAA. Best text color for this background: white (#FFFFFF).

Color Psychology

Color Temperature

This warm-toned color (hue 352°) triggers psychological responses associated with energy, comfort, and action. Warm colors appear to advance towards the viewer, making elements feel closer and more prominent.

Visual Weight

At 30% lightness, this color carries substantial visual weight. Dark colors add perceived importance and gravity to elements. Research shows dark elements are perceived as 10-30% heavier.

Saturation Impact

Moderate saturation (30%) strikes a balance between engagement and comfort. These tones can be viewed for extended periods without fatigue, making them ideal for interfaces used daily.

Design Applications

Food & Beverage

Stimulates appetite and conveys urgency — ideal for restaurant branding, food packaging, and sale promotions.

Health & Vitality

Represents life energy and passion — great for fitness brands, health apps, and wellness products.

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