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# 36 vivid, opaque colors large pans for versatile brush use authentic Japanese craftsmanship Kuretake GANSAI TAMBI 36 colors

**Brand:** kuretake
**Price:** 80538CFA
**Availability:** ❌ Out of Stock

## Summary

> 🎨 Elevate your art game with Japan’s iconic Gansai Tambi – where tradition meets trend.

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Kuretake GANSAI TAMBI 36 colors by kuretake
- **How much does it cost?** 80538CFA with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Currently out of stock
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## Best For

- kuretake enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted kuretake brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Smooth, Sheen Finish:** Experience professional-grade paints that dry with a subtle, elegant sheen—between watercolor and gouache.
- • **Vibrant 36-Color Spectrum:** Unlock endless creativity with a rich palette inspired by nature’s finest hues.
- • **Perfect Gift-Ready Packaging:** Arrives in a sleek green washi-overlay box, ideal for gifting or elevating your creative space.
- • **Traditional Meets Innovation:** Crafted in Japan with 120+ years of expertise, blending classic art nouveau aesthetics with modern pigment technology.
- • **Versatile Brush Compatibility:** Oversized pans accommodate both fine detail and broad strokes effortlessly.

## Overview

The Kuretake GANSAI TAMBI Watercolour Paint Set offers 36 richly pigmented, non-toxic colors crafted in Japan. These professional-quality pans feature a unique formula that blends the opacity of gouache with the fluidity of watercolor, drying to a smooth finish with a slight sheen. Oversized pans allow for versatile brushwork, while the elegant packaging makes it a coveted gift for artists seeking both tradition and innovation.

## Description

From the brand The Kuretake brand represents the arts and crafts lifestyle with the use of color and shapes. The colors 'Black' represents Tradition and 'Yellow and Purple' representing Innovation of brushes, pens and paints to support our customer artistic lifestyle. The shapes of circle, square and triangle represent the creation of arts and crafts. The Kuretake brand represents the arts and crafts lifestyle with the use of color and shapes. The colors 'Black' represents Tradition and 'Yellow and Purple' representing Innovation of brushes, pens and paints to support our customer artistic lifestyle. The shapes of circle, square and triangle represent the creation of arts and crafts. 'ZIG' is the brand name for Kuretake’s pen and marker which has been loved by many people. In the 1970’s, Japan experienced nationwide depression during the post-war recession. People everywhere sought out low priced yet high quality stationery productions, and in this era came the birth of the new 'Kuretake ZIG' Fine liner pen. ZIG comes from the word 'zigzag', a concept based on the fluid, back and forth motion which comes with writing. 'ZIG' is the brand name for Kuretake’s pen and marker which has been loved by many people. In the 1970’s, Japan experienced nationwide depression during the post-war recession. People everywhere sought out low priced yet high quality stationery productions, and in this era came the birth of the new 'Kuretake ZIG' Fine liner pen. ZIG comes from the word 'zigzag', a concept based on the fluid, back and forth motion which comes with writing. Kuretake Co., Ltd. was established in 1902 at Nara in Japan. Since then, by combining our Sumi Ink(Japanese Calligraphy Ink) with our own technological developments, we have achieved recognition as a manufacturer of high quality stationery products. With confidence that we could utilize our unique knowledge of multi-colored pigment inks, we decided to expand into Art & Crafts industry. GANSAI TAMBI Visit the store GANSAI TAMBI Visit the store ZIG CLEAN COLOR REAL BRUSH Visit the store ZIG CLEAN COLOR REAL BRUSH ZIG CLEAN COLOR DOT Visit the store ZIG CLEAN COLOR DOT ZIG 2 WAY GLUE Visit the store ZIG 2 WAY GLUE FUDE PEN Visit the store FUDE PEN INK Visit the store INK

Review: Stunning Colours with Unmatched Opacity and Smoothness - I absolutely love the Kuretake Gansai Tambi paints – for me, they almost sit between watercolour and gouache, which makes them really versatile. The opacity and smoothness are something else, and the colours have such a rich, vibrant finish. The glittery metallics in this set are gorgeous and add a special touch to any piece. I’ve collected all the palettes in the range because each one feels unique and inspiring. They’re professional quality paints that are simply a joy to work with.
Review: A mix between gouache and watercolours, all in a lovely green box. - There's a huge amount of hype around these paints, rave reviews and accolades on You Tube. I'm afraid I couldn't resist. They arrived promptly, a nice suprise as they came direct from Japan. The box is quite large 32x20cm ( approx) and a solid card box. In the lid is a chart to fill the paint colours in. It's all in Japenese, except for the numbers. This chart corresponds to the layout/ order of the paints. They are in white trays approximately 4.5x 2.5 cms, and are named in Japenese but numbered. I would definately urge you to fill this chart in, and I've also done a larger one on water colour paper, as it's hard to really see what the colours are, as many are similar in appearance or too dark to see. For example; there appear to be a great many similar reds, but in fact there is a great selection of a wide spectrum. I went for the 36 colours, as I wanted the gold. This box has a super array of colours, they are really good pigment, and a creamy consistency , more like a gouache than traditional watercolours. There is a very slight sheen in the colours, a bit like the sheen you get from coloured inks. The white is very slightly shiny, and the pearlescent white very shiny indeed. There is no silver, but a pewter type colour and a coppery gold. I've really enjoyed playing with these paints, and am glad I went for the larger set. I think they are good value for money, as they are high quality pigmented paints, that can be used as water colours with Lots of water, or a very creamy opaque paint. So a versatile addition to any artist, and a good starter set to someone who is perhaps nervous of watercolours.

## Features

- Contains 1,2-benzisothiazol-3(2H)-one and 2-octyl-2H-isothiazol-3-one. May produce an allergic reaction.
- [GANSAI TAMBI] It is traditional, Japanese watercolor, developing colors that are based off of those seen in nature. Colors are vivid and opaque, and pans are carefully fill so that the paint is smooth, rather than granulated, and dries with a slight sheen. Individual pans are replaceable.
- [Ink] Unique technology allows for the development of pigment ink that leaves flat-washes easily, while remaining easy to blend. Gansai Tambi ink can be diluted to create a more watercolor-like picture, while still remaining bright and opaque, or can be used as a gauche by limiting water dilution. Ink dries with a slight sheen
- [Brush Dexterity] Gansai Tambi Pans are much larger than typical watercolor pans, giving you the ability to use both small or large brushes quite easily.
- [Ideal Gift Set] Packaged in a simple cardboard box with elegant green washi overlay. Perfect for gifts.
- Kuretake Co., Ltd. founded in 1902 and celebrate 120th anniversary this year, so Kuretake introduced “Art nouveau” tastes into Gansai Tambi new set, which was a trend in Europe back in our year of the establishment. The concept is based in “Art nouveau” though, balanced colors are chosen, and you can create any illustration only with this set.

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B001MPA6W4 |
| Batteries Required? | No |
| Batteries included? | No |
| Best Sellers Rank | 11,628 in Home & Kitchen ( See Top 100 in Home & Kitchen ) 79 in Paints |
| Colour | 36 colours |
| Coverage | 360-432 m²/36L |
| Customer Reviews | 4.8 4.8 out of 5 stars (10,746) |
| Date First Available | 19 Sept. 2012 |
| Finish | Adjustable |
| Included Components | Protective Sheet, Color Chart |
| Item Package Quantity | 1 |
| Item Weight | 517 g |
| Item model number | MC20/36V |
| Manufacturer | Kuretake |
| Material | Watercolour Paint |
| Number of Pieces | 1 |
| Part Number | MC20/36V |
| Product Dimensions | 20.07 x 32.51 x 1.78 cm; 517.1 g |
| Size | 1 count (Pack of 1) |
| Special Features | Water-based pigment |
| Style | 36 colours |
| Tool tip description | 36 colours |
| Usage | Arts & Crafts |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Kuretake
- **Colour:** 36 colours
- **Finish type:** Adjustable
- **Item volume:** 0.5 Kilograms
- **Paint type:** Watercolour
- **Size:** 1 count (Pack of 1)
- **Special feature:** Water-based pigment
- **Specific uses for product:** Arts & Crafts
- **Surface recommendation:** Paper, Wood
- **Unit count:** 1.0 Count

## Images

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## Questions & Answers

**Q: Are these of a professional quality as far as lightfastness and pigment quality?**
A: According to the write-up on the underneath of the lid of the box where these water colours reside (the only bit I could understand as the rest is written in Japanese), they conform to ASTM D 4236 so, yes, they ought to be lightfast. The pigment is lovely, really vibrant and gorgeous. The pans of colour are also huge, no doubt due to Asian brushes usually being bigger and thicker, like the Calligraphy ones for example, than Western ones, so you get a lot for the money you're paying for these.Please refer to this link for confirmation: https://www.amazon.com/Kuretake-MC2036V-Gansai-Tambi-Color/dp/B00KERVO72?SubscriptionId=12NVBQD5T6H4YCPVYZ82&tag=typeright-ae-20&linkCode=xm2&camp=2025&creative=165953&creativeASIN=B00KERVO72

**Q: Will these paints show up on black paper?**
A: yes and no, it does with a thick layer of the paint

**Q: Can these paints be used as gouache, rather than watercolour?**
A: A watercolourist may find them to be "opaque" but someone who works with gouache will find them very transparent. Gansai is not truly like either watercolour or gouache in the Western sense, and is pigments in a glue binder (which varies by colour and by brand) used as a convenient stand in for hand grinding pigments and mixing with glue in Japanese Nihonga, like a practice paint I suppose.

**Q: Please how long does it take to arrive from Japan to UK? Thank you**
A: Thank you for your question. It is a little different from the setting of Amazon, but it is as follows.After receiving the order...Expedited delivery ; from 6 days to 10 daysStandard delivery   ; from 2 weeks to 3 weeks(if it passes through customs smoothly )

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Stunning Colours with Unmatched Opacity and Smoothness
*by H***Y on 1 September 2025*

I absolutely love the Kuretake Gansai Tambi paints – for me, they almost sit between watercolour and gouache, which makes them really versatile. The opacity and smoothness are something else, and the colours have such a rich, vibrant finish. The glittery metallics in this set are gorgeous and add a special touch to any piece. I’ve collected all the palettes in the range because each one feels unique and inspiring. They’re professional quality paints that are simply a joy to work with.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ A mix between gouache and watercolours, all in a lovely green box.
*by S***E on 22 June 2015*

There's a huge amount of hype around these paints, rave reviews and accolades on You Tube. I'm afraid I couldn't resist. They arrived promptly, a nice suprise as they came direct from Japan. The box is quite large 32x20cm ( approx) and a solid card box. In the lid is a chart to fill the paint colours in. It's all in Japenese, except for the numbers. This chart corresponds to the layout/ order of the paints. They are in white trays approximately 4.5x 2.5 cms, and are named in Japenese but numbered. I would definately urge you to fill this chart in, and I've also done a larger one on water colour paper, as it's hard to really see what the colours are, as many are similar in appearance or too dark to see. For example; there appear to be a great many similar reds, but in fact there is a great selection of a wide spectrum. I went for the 36 colours, as I wanted the gold. This box has a super array of colours, they are really good pigment, and a creamy consistency , more like a gouache than traditional watercolours. There is a very slight sheen in the colours, a bit like the sheen you get from coloured inks. The white is very slightly shiny, and the pearlescent white very shiny indeed. There is no silver, but a pewter type colour and a coppery gold. I've really enjoyed playing with these paints, and am glad I went for the larger set. I think they are good value for money, as they are high quality pigmented paints, that can be used as water colours with Lots of water, or a very creamy opaque paint. So a versatile addition to any artist, and a good starter set to someone who is perhaps nervous of watercolours.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Obsessed with the colours and quality. Best purchase ever.
*by D***A on 11 November 2025*

Absolutely amazing. Decided on them as I really liked the colours but I was so surprised to see how smooth and creamy they are. You actually have to be careful with your brush as you can pick much more paint that you want. Definitely something I need to get used to. Really pigmented. Obsessed and will probably order a bigger pack for my birthday present to myself :) love love love 💗

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