iro Traditional Japanese Colors
Grey & Neutral

銀鼠

Gin-nezu
Silver Grey

A cool, silvery grey that reads as brighter and more metallic than plain mouse grey.

Color codes

HEX
#AFAFB0
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RGB
rgb(175, 175, 176)
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HSL
hsl(240, 1%, 69%)
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CMYK
cmyk(1, 1, 0, 31)
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Origin

As with all Edo greys, gin-nezu was born from sumptuary restrictions. It became a favored color for men's kimono linings and understated formalwear — the Edo equivalent of a good grey suit.

Where you'll see it

Modern minimalism, tech and finance brand palettes, silver metallics.

Contrast & accessibility

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Harmony palette

Computed from the color wheel — base, analogous (±30°), complementary, and triad. Click any swatch to copy.

Tip: analogous colors read as calm; complementary and triad add contrast for calls-to-action.

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