gosai 五彩
五 five · 彩 colors
Kutani gosai (five colors) refers to the five overglaze colors characteristic of Kutani ware: red, yellow, green, purple, and navy blue. Bold use of these colors defines the classic Kutani palette.
The five colors appear as vibrant overglaze decoration on white porcelain, often depicting detailed motifs of flora, fauna, landscapes, and seasonal scenes. When combined with gold, the gosai palette creates a striking interplay between gleaming metallic surfaces and vivid color.