Horitomo | 12 Color Set (12 for the price of 10)
These hues were developed and tested by Master Horitomo, bringing his extensive experience in traditional Japanese tattooing. This collaboration has resulted in a carefully selected palette, ideal for achieving the perfect colors in Japanese tattoo compositions.
The Horitomo set includes the following 12 colors:
.Odo: This color is a yellowish-brown ocher hue reminiscent of straw and carpentry-related materials. I would also use them for the clothing of Fujin and Raijin. I like to use it when I want a subtle color tone.
.Moegi: This is a color that has been used in Japan since the Heian period (794-1192). In Kabuki theater, it is one of the three colors of the final closing curtain. It is a reserved and subtle green. I find it suitable for the base color of dragons, Fujin, oni, samurai kimonos, as well as for the leaves of kiku (chrysanthemum) and botan (peony).
.Wakanae: This light, subtle green is based on the color of sprouted young rice. It is suitable for Buddhist pieces, kimono patterns, and the undersides of leaves.
.Koji: This reddish yellow is connected with Buddhism in Japan. I think it is a good base color for tigers, as well as for the metal parts of samurai armor. It combines well with a bright yellow to give an old-world ukiyo-e irezumi feel.
.Kikyo: This color is derived from the flower of the same name, Kikyo, and has been used since the Heian era (794-1192). This bluish purple is very dignified and is suitable for samurai and oiran kimonos.
.Bengara: This reddish brown color became popular during the Edo period (1603-1867). In Japanese irezumi, this color has long been used, since the days when colors were very limited. By using Bengara, Shu, and my Sumi Set, you can invoke an "old world" look and feel.
.Shu: This color exists between red and orange and is a classic color of Japan. In Japanese irezumi, this color has long been used, since the days when colors were very limited. By using Shu, Bengara, and my Sumi Set, you can invoke an "old world" look and feel.
.Sakura: This pink was created with the cherry blossom in mind. In old irezumi, Shu was used for these flowers, but this modern color is more faithful to the actual color of the iconic Japanese flower and has a softer feel. I also think it's excellent for tennyo, as well as for eye shadow on woodblock print style women.
.Shinbashi: Towards the end of the Meiji era (1868-1912), this color was popular among geishas of the Shinbashi district in Tokyo. It is a reserved but bright blue shade. In addition to its obvious use for kimono color, I think it works very well for yurei (ghosts) and yokai (supernatural creatures).
.Gunjo: This color is a deeper blue, similar to a subdued ultramarine. This color has been associated with men's clothing for many years in Japan. I like to use it for samurai clothing and armor.
.Fudo Blue Black: This color was based on the body color of Fudo Myo-o. In the Jyu-Kyu Kan text, the skin coloration of Fudo Myo-o is described as blue-black. Although there are other colorations of Fudo Myo-o, this particular color is inspired by that text and I think it is a good strong color for Fudo Myo-o.
.Fudo Blue Grey: This color is intended to be used with Fudo Blue Black. These two colors together can be used to create a powerful Fudo Myo-o. If you want to create a slightly lighter and brighter toned Fudo Myo-o, you can use Fudo Blue Grey as a base and blend it with a 50-50 mix of Fudo Blue Grey and Solid White.
Volume: 30ml. - 1oz.
Horitomo | 12 Color Set (12 for the price of 10)
These hues were developed and tested by Master Horitomo, bringing his extensive experience in traditional Japanese tattooing. This collaboration has resulted in a carefully selected palette, ideal for achieving the perfect colors in Japanese tattoo compositions.
The Horitomo set includes the following 12 colors:
.Odo: This color is a yellowish-brown ocher hue reminiscent of straw and carpentry-related materials. I would also use them for the clothing of Fujin and Raijin. I like to use it when I want a subtle color tone.
.Moegi: This is a color that has been used in Japan since the Heian period (794-1192). In Kabuki theater, it is one of the three colors of the final closing curtain. It is a reserved and subtle green. I find it suitable for the base color of dragons, Fujin, oni, samurai kimonos, as well as for the leaves of kiku (chrysanthemum) and botan (peony).
.Wakanae: This light, subtle green is based on the color of sprouted young rice. It is suitable for Buddhist pieces, kimono patterns, and the undersides of leaves.
.Koji: This reddish yellow is connected with Buddhism in Japan. I think it is a good base color for tigers, as well as for the metal parts of samurai armor. It combines well with a bright yellow to give an old-world ukiyo-e irezumi feel.
.Kikyo: This color is derived from the flower of the same name, Kikyo, and has been used since the Heian era (794-1192). This bluish purple is very dignified and is suitable for samurai and oiran kimonos.
.Bengara: This reddish brown color became popular during the Edo period (1603-1867). In Japanese irezumi, this color has long been used, since the days when colors were very limited. By using Bengara, Shu, and my Sumi Set, you can invoke an "old world" look and feel.
.Shu: This color exists between red and orange and is a classic color of Japan. In Japanese irezumi, this color has long been used, since the days when colors were very limited. By using Shu, Bengara, and my Sumi Set, you can invoke an "old world" look and feel.
.Sakura: This pink was created with the cherry blossom in mind. In old irezumi, Shu was used for these flowers, but this modern color is more faithful to the actual color of the iconic Japanese flower and has a softer feel. I also think it's excellent for tennyo, as well as for eye shadow on woodblock print style women.
.Shinbashi: Towards the end of the Meiji era (1868-1912), this color was popular among geishas of the Shinbashi district in Tokyo. It is a reserved but bright blue shade. In addition to its obvious use for kimono color, I think it works very well for yurei (ghosts) and yokai (supernatural creatures).
.Gunjo: This color is a deeper blue, similar to a subdued ultramarine. This color has been associated with men's clothing for many years in Japan. I like to use it for samurai clothing and armor.
.Fudo Blue Black: This color was based on the body color of Fudo Myo-o. In the Jyu-Kyu Kan text, the skin coloration of Fudo Myo-o is described as blue-black. Although there are other colorations of Fudo Myo-o, this particular color is inspired by that text and I think it is a good strong color for Fudo Myo-o.
.Fudo Blue Grey: This color is intended to be used with Fudo Blue Black. These two colors together can be used to create a powerful Fudo Myo-o. If you want to create a slightly lighter and brighter toned Fudo Myo-o, you can use Fudo Blue Grey as a base and blend it with a 50-50 mix of Fudo Blue Grey and Solid White.
Volume: 30ml. - 1oz.