| birthday | September 9th |
|---|---|
| Color name | Chrysanthemum-viewing sake |
| HEX | #FAE596 |
| RGB | 250, 229, 150 |
| Color meanings | Longevity and a noble heart |
What is "Kikumi-zake," the birth color for September 9th?
"Kikumizake" (Chrysanthemum-Viewing Sake) is a birth color named after the Choyo Festival on September 9th. It is inspired by the custom of "Kikuzake," where chrysanthemum flowers are floated in sake to pray for longevity. The color code #FAE596 is a pale, gentle yellow, expressing a delicate hue as if chrysanthemum petals have melted into it.
This color possesses a warmth reminiscent of the soft sunlight of autumn and the richly ripened rice fields. It is gentle and refined, creating an elegant atmosphere that soothes the viewer's heart. It is a color that is both noble and approachable, with a pleasant brightness that is its charm.
The color symbolizes "longevity and noble heart" and personality.
People who prefer this color tend to have a bright and gentle disposition, and are a calming presence to those around them. They have a strong intellectual curiosity and enjoy learning new things. They value inner refinement and intelligence more than flashiness.
They also have a thoughtful and considerate side, and possess a strong ability to empathize with others, making them a reliable confidant. They also have a hidden inner strength, valuing their own pace while steadily working towards their goals.
Connection to the seasons — Choyo Festival / Chrysanthemum Festival
September 99th is the Choyo Festival, one of the five seasonal festivals. It is a day when positive numbers (odd numbers) are repeated, and in particular, when the largest positive number, 9, is repeated, it has been considered a very auspicious day. It is also called the Chrysanthemum Festival, and various events are held using chrysanthemum flowers to ward off evil spirits and pray for longevity.
On this day, people would drink "chrysanthemum sake," which has chrysanthemum flowers floating in it, and there was a custom called "kisewata," in which cotton was placed over chrysanthemum flowers the night before to transfer the dew and fragrance, and the next morning people would wipe their bodies with the cotton to pray for health and longevity. The color of the chrysanthemum sake reflects this beautiful Japanese culture and the noble appearance of the chrysanthemum, which heralds the arrival of autumn.
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Color scheme proposal for sake chrysanthemum viewing
Maroon (#762F07)
The gentle yellow of the chrysanthemum-viewing sake and the deep chestnut brown create a calming combination that evokes the bounty of autumn. It gives off a warm and stable feeling, creating an intelligent and elegant impression.
Kyo Murasaki (#9d5b8b)
The yellow of the chrysanthemum-viewing sake and the noble Kyoto purple complement each other beautifully. This elegant and sophisticated color scheme evokes the autumn of the ancient capital, creating a unique and vibrant impression.
Rusty light green (#83a29a)
The warm tones of the chrysanthemum-viewing sake and the quiet blue-green of the rusty light blue evoke a scene reminiscent of chrysanthemums blooming under a clear autumn sky. It's a pleasant and sophisticated color scheme that balances freshness and tranquility.