# Wada Dictionary of Colors — Palette Harmony & Hex Codes

> Historical color combinations and pigment reference inspired by Sanzo Wada. (iPhone/iPad app by Kurt Higa.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/wada-dictionary-of-colors/id6766695297 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Kurt Higa](https://appshunter.io/developer/1735394078)
- Category: Graphics & Design, Reference
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 5.00/5 from 23 App Store ratings · 3 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 18.0 · 15 MB
- Languages: American English, European Spanish, Turkish
- Released: 2026-05-06
- Data updated: 2026-08-22
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/wada-dictionary-of-colors/id6766695297/reviews.md

## What is Wada Dictionary of Colors?

Wada Colors is a pocket reference inspired by A Dictionary of Color Combinations. Compiled by Sanzo Wada — Japanese painter, costume designer, and educator — the original archive paired 582 color combinations from 330 named historical pigments.

This app brings Wada's color sensibility to your phone.

A DAILY SHOWCASE 
Each day, discover a new combination from the archive.

THE FULL ARCHIVE 
All 582 historical combinations and 330 named pigments — Hermosa Pink, Burnt Sienna, Dull Blue Violet, Cobalt Green — searchable and filterable by combination size, volume, collection (12 month, design)

FIND COLORS FROM PHOTOS 
Point your camera at a wall, fabric, leaf, or pull from your photo library — Wada Colors finds the closest pigment from the archive.

SAVE AND ORGANIZE 
Tap the heart to save any combination or color. Build collections — "Living room repaint," "Spring wardrobe," "Fall mood board" — for the projects you're working on.

DESIGNER TOOLS 
Copy HEX, RGB, HSL, LAB, or CMYK with one tap. Export any combination as an image for outfit posts, mood boards, and design references.

LIGHT / DARK MODE

MADE FOR
• Painters and illustrators — work from a curated, historically grounded palette.
• Graphic designers and brand designers — find combinations that feel thoughtful, not algorithmic.
• Interior designers and decorators — pair pigments for rooms, textiles, and finishes.
• Fashion stylists and outfit planners — coordinate colors with the rigor of a working designer.
• Anyone who works with color — and wants better starting points than a generic generator.

PRIVACY 
No account needed. Your favorites stay on your device. We don't track your taste.

A Dictionary of Color Combinations was Wada's working reference — a book of historical pigments, paired with care, used by Japanese fashion, graphic, and craft designers for nearly a century. Wada Colors brings that archive close.

privacy policy: https://www.kurthiga.com/wada

## Key features

- Daily color combination showcase
- Searchable archive of 582 combinations
- Extract colors from photos
- Save and organize favorite palettes
- Copy HEX, RGB, HSL, LAB, CMYK codes
- Export combinations as images

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Unlock Volume 2 | $4.99 | one-time |


## Recent user reviews (3 of 3)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/wada-dictionary-of-colors/id6766695297/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Great Developer!

*2026-08-11*

I spotted a small error in one of the colors and wrote the developer, Kurt Higa.  Kurt responded immediately, tracked down the issue, fixed it, ran an audit looking for any other issues, then contacted Apple to schedule a quick update.

His gracious note to me, thanking me for my input, was a breath of fresh air.  I wish all app developers were this prompt, conscientious, and knowledgeable.

The app itself is excellent, by the way.  I will be on the lookout for Kurt's other apps now.

### 3/5 — Вылетает постоянно

*2026-08-08*

Вылетает при использованиии фотографии на макбук про м1

### 5/5 — Very Clean!

*2026-05-20*

Love the app. Exactly what I wanted and more with the camera function to find colors easier. So cool

## Frequently asked questions about Wada Dictionary of Colors

### What is Wada Colors?

Wada Colors is a mobile reference app that brings the historical color combinations and pigment archive of Sanzo Wada to your device. It offers daily color showcases, a searchable database, and tools for extracting and exporting color information.

### How many color combinations are available in Wada Colors?

Wada Colors features a comprehensive archive of 582 historical color combinations and 330 named historical pigments, compiled by Sanzo Wada.

### Can I find colors from my photos using Wada Colors?

Yes, Wada Colors allows you to point your camera at objects or select photos from your library to find the closest matching pigments from its archive.

### Does Wada Colors offer different color code formats?

Yes, Wada Colors provides easy one-tap copying for HEX, RGB, HSL, LAB, and CMYK color codes, making it versatile for various design needs.

### Is Wada Colors available on multiple devices?

Wada Colors is currently supported on iPhone and iPad devices, offering a consistent experience across Apple's mobile platforms.

### How often is Wada Colors updated?

The latest version of Wada Colors is 2.0.1, which was last updated on May 31, 2026. This indicates a recent update, suggesting ongoing development and support.

### Does Wada Colors require an account?

No, Wada Colors does not require an account to use its features. Your saved favorites and collections are stored locally on your device, and your usage is not tracked.

### What is the age rating for Wada Colors?

Wada Colors has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for a wide range of users, including younger individuals interested in color and design.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 2.1.2 — 2026-08-09

- CMYK values now match the books exactly
- swatches are recalibrated to the Japanese print standard, and both volumes now render shared colors identically.
- Fixed four transcription errors in Volume 1

### 2.1.1 — 2026-07-18

Bug fixes

### 2.1.0 — 2026-07-11

• Daily color combination widget for your Home Screen
  • Enter any hex code to find its nearest Wada color
  • Smarter, more accurate color matching
  • Share collections as beautiful cards
  • Sort, reorder, and grid views in Saved
  • Haptic feedback (optional in Settings)

### 2.0.1 — 2026-05-31

Color Combination of the Day. Open the app to a fresh pairing every day.

### 2.0 — 2026-05-26

볼륨 2가 일회성 잠금 해제로 제공됩니다.
234개의 조합, 171개의 색상, 계절 시리즈, 디자인 아키타입.
버그 수정 및 사소한 개선 사항.

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