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title: "Kuretake GANSAI TAMBI 48 colors"
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# 48 vivid, opaque colors Large pans for versatile brush use Authentic Japanese craftsmanship Kuretake GANSAI TAMBI 48 colors

**Brand:** kuretake
**Price:** € 137.52
**Availability:** ❌ Out of Stock

## Summary

> 🎨 Elevate your art game with Japan’s iconic 48-color powerhouse!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Kuretake GANSAI TAMBI 48 colors by kuretake
- **How much does it cost?** € 137.52 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
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## Key Features

- • **Gift-Ready Elegance:** Presented in a sleek green washi-overlay box, making it the ultimate statement gift for discerning creatives.
- • **Brush-Friendly Design:** Oversized pans accommodate both fine detail and broad strokes, empowering your creative flow without limits.
- • **Versatile Medium Fusion:** Seamlessly switch between watercolor transparency and gouache-like creaminess for dynamic artistic expression.
- • **Vibrant Spectrum Mastery:** 48 rich, smooth pans deliver unmatched opacity and a subtle sheen, perfect for professional-grade artwork.
- • **Tradition Meets Innovation:** Crafted in Japan with a century-old legacy, blending Art Nouveau inspiration with modern pigment technology.

## Overview

The Kuretake GANSAI TAMBI Watercolour Paint Set features 48 traditional Japanese watercolors with vivid, opaque pigments and a smooth, slightly glossy finish. Designed for professional artists, its large pans support versatile brushwork, blending the best of watercolor and gouache techniques. Non-toxic and crafted with over 120 years of Japanese expertise, this set is a premium, gift-worthy collection that inspires creativity with every stroke.

## Description

Kuretake GANSAI TAMBI Watercolour Paint Set 48 Colors, Traditional, Professional-quality art supplies for artists, Non-Toxic, Made in Japan: Kuretake GANSAI TAMBI Watercolour Paint Set 48 Colors, Traditional, Professional-quality art supplies for artists, Non-Toxic, Made in Japan: desertcart.co.uk: Home & Kitchen

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, 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 | B07TS69L3R |
| Batteries Required? | No |
| Batteries included? | No |
| Best Sellers Rank | 12,277 in Home & Kitchen ( See Top 100 in Home & Kitchen ) 95 in Paints |
| Colour | Multicolor |
| Coverage | Adjustable |
| Customer Reviews | 4.8 4.8 out of 5 stars (10,799) |
| Date First Available | 23 July 2019 |
| Finish | Adjustable |
| Included Components | Palette |
| Item Package Quantity | 1 |
| Item Weight | 500 g |
| Item model number | KUMC20-48V |
| Manufacturer | Kuretake |
| Material | Resin |
| Number of Pieces | 48 |
| Part Number | MC20/48V |
| Product Dimensions | 23.5 x 1.7 x 29.5 cm; 500 g |
| Size | 1 count (Pack of 1) |
| Special Features | Water-based pigment |
| Style | 48 colours |
| Usage | Pans |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Kuretake
- **Colour:** Multicolor
- **Finish type:** Adjustable
- **Item volume:** 1.5 Kilograms
- **Paint type:** Watercolour
- **Size:** 1 count (Pack of 1)
- **Special feature:** Water-based pigment
- **Specific uses for product:** Pans
- **Surface recommendation:** Paper
- **Unit count:** 1.0 count

## Images

![Kuretake GANSAI TAMBI 48 colors - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/41AJnYUzYGL.jpg)
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## Available Options

This product comes in different **Style** options.

## Questions & Answers

**Q: what size is each pan please?**
A: The pans are full size and slightly larger than European 'large' pans and shallower . The paint quality is exceptional for the price. Rich vibrant colours and creamy.

**Q: how many colours to this set**
A: This set has 48 pans. 6 rows of 8 pans. I bought this set recently and have been impressed with the range of colours and ease of use. They wet quickly, the colour lifts off easily and I enjoy using them. I have since bought the pastel 6 and  the gem 6 sets. Also very nice paints. I like the large pan size.

**Q: Do these include pearl colours shimmering gansai with pearly colours ?**
A: No. These are all plain colours with no mica. They are a delight to work with as they are creamy and take only seconds to become usable once wet..

**Q: Is this the full range of Kuretake colours ?**
A: No

## 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 💗

## Frequently Bought Together

- Kuretake GANSAI TAMBI Watercolor Paint Set 48 Colors, Professional-quality art supplies for artists adult painting sketching, Non-Toxic, Made in Japan
- ARTEGRIA Watercolor Brush Set, 10 Soft Synthetic Squirrel Paint Brushes, Including Pointed Rounds, Flats, Dagger, Oval Wash

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