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Kuretake GANSAI TAMBI Watercolor paint set 48 Colors, Professional-quality art supplies for artist, drawing, sketch, Non-Toxic, Made in Japan

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Style: 48 colors


Features

  • [48 Colors] Gansai is traditional Japanese watercolor, utilizing colors that are based off those seen in nature, meaning they are vivid and opaque. Pans are carefully filled with paint that is smooth, not granulated, and dries with a slight shiny finish.
  • [Flexible Techniques] Paints do not leave hard edges when dry, making flat-washes easy to accomplish, and are easy to layer with proper technique.
  • [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.
  • [Palette and Color chart included] Within each Gansai Tambi set is a protective sheet that not only keeps your pans from shifting but can be used as a palette mixer. Each box also includes a color chart so you can swatch the colors yourself and distinguish between them quickly.
  • [Beautiful Packaging, Ideal for Gift-giving] Water-based pigment is ACMI-certified, and packaged in a simple cardboard box with elegant green washi overlay. Perfect for gifts.

Brand: Kuretake


Color: 48 colors set


Finish Type: Adjustable


Size: 1 Count (Pack of 1)


Item Volume: 1.5 Kilograms


Special Feature: Water-based pigment


Unit Count: 1.0 Count


Paint Type: Watercolor


Specific Uses For Product: Pans


Surface Recommendation: Paper


Brand: ‎Kuretake


Color: ‎48 colors set


Finish Type: ‎Adjustable


Size: ‎1 Count (Pack of 1)


Item Volume: ‎1.5 Kilograms


Special Feature: ‎Water-based pigment


Unit Count: ‎1.0 Count


Paint Type: ‎Watercolor


Specific Uses For Product: ‎Pans


Surface Recommendation: ‎Paper


Item Form: ‎Solid


Included Components: ‎Palette


Is Waterproof: ‎True


Model Name: ‎Gansai Tambi


Package Information: ‎Box


Color Code: ‎Multicolor


Full Cure Time: ‎24 Hours


Coverage: ‎Opaque


Water Resistance Level: ‎Waterproof


Global Trade Identification Number: ‎27


Manufacturer: ‎Kuretake


Dry Time In Hours: ‎24


Part Number: ‎MC20/48V


Item Weight: ‎1.1 pounds


Product Dimensions: ‎9.25 x 0.67 x 11.61 inches


Item model number: ‎KUMC20-48V


Is Discontinued By Manufacturer: ‎No


Style: ‎48 colors


Finish: ‎Adjustable


Material: ‎Resin


Item Package Quantity: ‎1


Number Of Pieces: ‎48


Special Features: ‎Water-based pigment


Batteries Included?: ‎No


Batteries Required?: ‎No


Date First Available: July 23, 2019


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    • This palette is great!
Style: 36 colors set
Review Image by Shakespanderian Shakespanderian
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I think the easiest way to do this is to just list off a bunch of pros and cons... Note, I'm still learning and growing as an artist. I'm not a professional. I have provided some of the pieces I've created using almost exclusively these watercolors (and sometimes some pens/markers, purchased separately from this set of course) PROS: THESE COLORS ARE SOOOO BEAUTIFUL! The colors are very vibrant and blend out really nice; if you don't water it down, it's almost like painting with acrylic with how thick it is; when you water it down, it's a beautiful, amazing watercolor. The lid has the names of all the colors with empty squares by the names so you can do your own swatches of the colors. They layer really well. The white is opaque enough to use. With watercolors, you generally want to work light to dark... but sometimes you don't fully plan ahead and decide that a highlight would look great in a spot that's already pretty dark. With most watercolors that I've used, the white doesn't really help anything, but with this set, it does. You get a lot of paint with this palette. I've had problems with watercolor coming out chalky and just kind of gross looking, I've yet to have that problem with these. CONS: Some of the colors separate. I haven't been able to pinpoint exactly which ones do. I'd imagine it has something to do with the formula used to make certain colors but I'm not sure. What it tends to do in separating: it's almost like you drew a randomly designed cobweb with a white pencil/crayon that the pigment just won't settle on. In some pieces (especially abstract or logos) it actually looks really cool. The colors don't stay mixed. If you look at the palette, there's no skin tone. When I did the eye (second photo) I had to mix my own. No big deal. I mixed the color in a separate, empty palette. I walked away briefly after mixing my colors and when I came back, the colors had parted in the water. It wasn't a big deal, as they mixed back together with a little stir, but it was certainly strange. Price. These work about as well as the Prang brand watercolors, which can often be found for much cheaper. Still, compared to other watercolors, I feel like these hold their own and can be worth the price. Overall, I love this palette and would recommend. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on September 23, 2018 by Shakespanderian Shakespanderian
    • Vibrant Colors
Style: 48 colors
I discovered this brand over the summer. It is vibrant and dries with a great texture when put on thick. It is a very good quality for the price point with no smell. Some of the colors are pale and need a little less water.
Reviewed in the United States on October 31, 2025 by Samantha
    • Beautiful, well-made paints!
Style: 24 Colors (Art nouveau)
Great colors that can be used as gouache or watercolors. Very easy to use and the pans are wide enough to accommodate larger brushes for washes and such.
Reviewed in the United States on October 6, 2025 by CATE
    • Beautiful blend of colors!
Style: 24 Colors (Art nouveau)
Review Image by Sandy S. Sandy S.
First, I just want to say that I love these watercolors! I have quite the assortment of other brands and I find the quality of these paints are among the best that I have ever used. The pigments are pure and the coverage is smooth and beautiful, the pan size is great for long lasting usage and the packaging is compact and appears that the durability will withstand use. The only complaint or recommendation that I have would be, that the company would use more of a watercolor paper on the inside of the lid where they provide space for swatches. Overall, I highly recommend these watercolors! ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on November 26, 2025 by Sandy S. Sandy S.
    • The best set of Kuretake shimmering/pearlescent Gansai paints!
Style: 24 Metallic colours
Everything that I love about Kuretake Gansai Tambi shimmering paints but in a big set with four colors you can't get in the other paint sets! The color payoff is beautiful on both white and black papers, and the stunning effects really make painting with them so satisfying with how easily they rewet with water. I only wish I could buy refill individual pans of the four paint colors that aren't in the other metallic or pearlescent sets, especially the violet color. So fun, and the quality I come to expect from Kuretake Gansai paints! ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on December 7, 2025 by Pauline Lao
    • Great intensity, not quite watercolors, some interesting shades
Style: 12 colors (Nuance)
I love the quality of this paint. The colors are intense and pretty. Most of them lean toward spring and summer shades. A few are pretty bright and almost neon but I still like them. I’m not sure why there are two dark reds - they don’t fit with the others. I wish they had included a nice soft yellow. I’ve had a little challenge getting it to be transparent - it’s not like other watercolors I own. Overall I’m happy with my purchase and think I will continue to enjoy this set. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on April 1, 2025 by Oakland Girl

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