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Orange · 🇯🇵 和色

狐 (Kitsune)

#9B6E23

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
BalancedVibrantWarm
Mood
EnergeticDynamic

Personality & Symbolism

ConfidentStrongAssertive
Cultural Symbolism

Rooted in Japanese culture, nature, and seasonal beauty.

Recommended Use

Suitable for accent colors and attention-grabbing elements.

Color Harmonies

Complementary
#9B6E23
+
#234e9a
Split Complementary
#238a9a
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#33239a
Darker Shades
Lighter Tints

Visual Analysis

Hue38°
Saturation63%
Lightness37%
This is a medium-toned color with high saturation. It falls in the orange hue family (38°).

Technical Values

HEX#9B6E23
RGBrgb(155, 110, 35)
HSLhsl(38, 63%, 37%)
CMYK0%, 29%, 77%, 39%
ContrastDark
CSSbackground: #9B6E23;

Accessibility — WCAG Contrast

White Text Sample
The quick brown fox jumps.
4.52:1
AA AAA
Black Text Sample
The quick brown fox jumps.
4.65:1
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: black (#000000).

Color Psychology

Color Temperature

This warm-toned color (hue 38°) 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 (37%) creates a balanced visual presence — neither heavy nor ethereal. It works well for both text and interactive elements.

Saturation Impact

The high saturation (63%) creates a vibrant, attention-demanding presence. Highly saturated colors are processed faster by the human brain — reaction time decreases by approximately 50ms compared to desaturated variants.

Design Applications

Creative Industries

Conveys enthusiasm and creativity — perfect for design studios, digital agencies, and entertainment brands.

Youth & Social

Friendly and approachable — ideal for social platforms, gaming UIs, and youth-oriented products.

CTAs & Accents

High saturation draws attention — use for primary buttons, notification badges, and important interactive elements.

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