Traditional Sumi Reimagined in Color
The Kissho Saibiboku 20-Color Watercolor Palette brings together the character of traditional Japanese sumi with the expressive versatility of Gansai-style color. Developed through the craftsmanship of Kissho and historic sumi maker Kobaien, each shade has a soft, slightly muted depth rather than the bright intensity of conventional watercolor. The paints can move from deep, atmospheric washes to lighter transparent layers, making the palette especially beautiful for illustration, journaling, Japanese-inspired artwork, and expressive brush painting.
Product Highlights
• 20 carefully selected colors with soft, nuanced Japanese tones
• Combines traditional sumi characteristics with Gansai-style watercolor
• Colors can be diluted from rich, dark washes to delicate transparent layers
• Ideal for illustration, brush painting, journaling, and traditional-inspired artwork
Product Details
• Type: Japanese Watercolor / Sumi Color Palette
• Colors: 20 Colors
• Paint Style: Saibiboku / Saibi Sumi
• Format: Solid Paint Pans
• Palette Size: Approx. 150 × 205 mm
• Collaboration: Kissho × Kobaien
• Brand: Kissho
• Made in Japan
A Little Note
Quiet, earthy, and full of depth, Saibiboku offers a different kind of watercolor experience. Its sumi-inspired tones create beautifully restrained color, making each brushstroke feel expressive, traditional, and distinctly Japanese.
