Want to learn how to write colors in Japanese kanji? This page introduces the Jōyō Kanji used for basic colors like red, blue, green, and black, complete with readings, romaji, and meanings. You’ll also find a free writing practice sheet to help you master each character by hand.
List of Jōyō Kanji for Colors (色/iro)
| Kanji | Yomi | Romaji | Meaning |
| 赤 | あか | aka | Red |
| 黄 | き | ki | Yellow |
| 緑 | みどり | midori | Green |
| 青 | あお | ao | Blue |
| 茶 | ちゃ | cha | Brown |
| 紫 | むらさき | murasaki | Purple |
| 白 | しろ | shiro | White |
| 灰 | はい | hai | Gray |
| 黒 | くろ | kuro | Black |
| 紅 | べに | beni | Crimson |
| 金 | きん | kin | Gold |
| 銀 | ぎん | gin | Silver |
| 紺 | こん | kon | Dark Blue |
| 桃 | もも | momo | Pink |
| 橙 * | だいだい | daidai | Orange |
* 橙(daidai = Orange) is not included in Jōyō Kanji.
Download Jōyō Kanji Writing Practice Sheets by Concept (Colors – 色/iro)
