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礪茶 (Tonocha)

#985F2A

A medium vivid orange 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 accent colors and attention-grabbing elements.

Color Harmonies

Complementary
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+
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Split Complementary
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Darker Shades
Lighter Tints

Visual Analysis

Hue29°
Saturation57%
Lightness38%
This is a medium-toned color with moderate saturation. It falls in the red hue family (29°).

Technical Values

HEX#985F2A
RGBrgb(152, 95, 42)
HSLhsl(29, 57%, 38%)
CMYK0%, 38%, 72%, 40%
ContrastDark
CSSbackground: #985F2A;

Accessibility — WCAG Contrast

White Text Sample
The quick brown fox jumps.
5.24:1
AA AAA
Black Text Sample
The quick brown fox jumps.
4.01:1
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 29°) 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

This mid-range lightness (38%) creates a balanced visual presence — neither heavy nor ethereal. It works well for both text and interactive elements.

Saturation Impact

Moderate saturation (57%) 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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