iro Traditional Japanese Colors
Red & Pink

臙脂色

Enji-iro
Cochineal Crimson

A dark, blood-toned crimson historically dyed from insect-derived pigments.

Color codes

HEX
#9E3D3F
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RGB
rgb(158, 61, 63)
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HSL
hsl(359, 44%, 43%)
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CMYK
cmyk(0, 61, 60, 38)
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Origin

Enji originally referred to a deep red made from safflower (benibana), and later from lac and (once European maritime trade opened) cochineal insect pigments. It became the color of formal Meiji-era school uniforms and academic robes.

Where you'll see it

Formal uniforms, ceremonial banners, sophisticated accent color.

Contrast & accessibility

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Harmony palette

Computed from the color wheel — base, analogous (±30°), complementary, and triad. Click any swatch to copy.

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