Japonica 0983 is a orange paint color from Hirshfield's. It has a hex value of #E89952, LRV 41 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Japonica from Vista Paint (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #E89952 · 0983
Japonica
41%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Japonica Technical Profile
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Japonica in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Japonica in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Hirshfield'sJaponica
Nearly identical
Vista PaintJaponica
Japonica
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Colorado Peach
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Brilliant Amber
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Adventure Orange
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Orange Ochre
Valspar
Very similar
Stunning Gold
Behr
Very similar
Cornucopia
PPG
Very similar
Sun Filled Day
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Habanero
Kilz
Very similar
Create .02
Colorhouse
Very similar
Pastel Yellow
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Japonica
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Japonica
#E89952
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#C8C56A
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Japonica
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Japonica Room Palettes
Color schemes built around this color — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Warm & Inviting
Warm tones with cozy appeal — welcoming and comfortable
Cool & Calm
Cool hues with soft contrast — serene and restful
Bold Contrast
Complementary hues with punch — dynamic and striking
Similar Hirshfield's Colors
Other Hirshfield's colors close to Japonica.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Japonica — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Japonica have?
Japonica by Hirshfield's has a warm (golden) undertone and sits in the orange color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Japonica in your own space before committing.
What colors match Japonica from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Japonica are Japonica by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Amber Autumn by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Colorado Peach by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Japonica's look from a brand your local store carries. Confirm with a physical sample, since sheen and lighting shift the final result.
What is the LRV of Japonica?
Japonica has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 40.5, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-depth color with real presence — strong on accent walls, libraries, and rooms with good natural light.
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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
The science behind Delta E and CIEDE2000 — find a Behr equivalent of any Sherwin-Williams shade, or a Benjamin Moore alternative when your store is out of stock.
Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Japonica's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.