Are these of a professional quality as far as lightfastness and pigment quality?

According to the write-up on the underneath of the lid of the box where these water colours reside (the only bit I could understand as the rest is written in Japanese), they conform to ASTM D 4236 so, yes, they ought to be lightfast. The pigment is lovely, really vibrant and gorgeous. The pans of colour are also huge, no doubt due to Asian brushes usually being bigger and thicker, like the Calligraphy ones for example, than Western ones, so you get a lot for the money you're paying for these.Please refer to this link for confirmation: https://www.amazon.com/Kuretake-MC2036V-Gansai-Tambi-Color/dp/B00KERVO72?SubscriptionId=12NVBQD5T6H4YCPVYZ82&tag=typeright-ae-20&linkCode=xm2&camp=2025&creative=165953&creativeASIN=B00KERVO72

Will these paints show up on black paper?

yes and no, it does with a thick layer of the paint

Can these paints be used as gouache, rather than watercolour?

A watercolourist may find them to be "opaque" but someone who works with gouache will find them very transparent. Gansai is not truly like either watercolour or gouache in the Western sense, and is pigments in a glue binder (which varies by colour and by brand) used as a convenient stand in for hand grinding pigments and mixing with glue in Japanese Nihonga, like a practice paint I suppose.

Please how long does it take to arrive from Japan to UK? Thank you

Thank you for your question. It is a little different from the setting of Amazon, but it is as follows.After receiving the order...Expedited delivery ; from 6 days to 10 daysStandard delivery ; from 2 weeks to 3 weeks(if it passes through customs smoothly )

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Kuretake Gansai Tambi Watercolour Paint Set, 36 Colors, Made in Japan

Kuretake Gansai Tambi Watercolour Paint Set, 36 Colors, Made in Japan

Product ID: 47870331

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Brand
Kuretake
Colour
36 colours
Finish type
Adjustable
Item volume
0.5 Kilograms
Paint type
Watercolour
Size
36 Count (Pack

🎨36 vivid, opaque colors

🧴Smooth, non-granulating creamy texture

🖌️Large pans for versatile brush use

€ 113.26

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🎨 Elevate your artistry with Japan’s legendary watercolors—where tradition meets vibrant innovation!

GIFT READY SAFE - ACMI-certified non-toxic pigments in elegant packaging—perfect for elevating your creative space or gifting a fellow artist.
VIBRANT 36 COLOR SPECTRUM - Unlock a full palette of nature-inspired, richly pigmented hues that pop with every stroke.
TRADITIONAL JAPANESE CRAFTSMANSHIP - Handcrafted with over a century of refined techniques, delivering authentic, premium quality.
GENEROUS PAN SIZE FOR BRUSH FREEDOM - Experience effortless layering and blending with pans designed for both fine detail and bold washes.
SILKY SMOOTH NON GRANULATING FINISH - Achieve flawless flat washes and seamless gradients without unwanted texture interruptions.

The Kuretake Gansai Tambi Watercolour Paint Set offers 36 richly pigmented, opaque colors crafted in Japan using traditional methods. Featuring large pans for versatile brush use and a smooth, non-granulating texture, these watercolors enable professional-quality layering and flat washes. The set includes a protective palette sheet and color chart, is ACMI-certified non-toxic, and comes in elegant packaging ideal for gifting or personal creative mastery.

Specifications

ASIN	B001MPA6W4
Age Range Description	Adult
Best Sellers Rank	20,413 in Home & Kitchen ( See Top 100 in Home & Kitchen ) 133 in Paints
Brand	Kuretake
Brand Name	Kuretake
Colour	36 colours
Colour Code	Multicolour
Container Type	Tin
Country of Origin	Japan
Coverage	360-432 m²/36L
Customer Reviews	4.8 out of 5 stars 11,600 Reviews
Dry Time In Hours	24
Finish Type	Adjustable
Finish type	Adjustable
Full Cure Time	24 Hours
Global Trade Identification Number	04901427171846
Included Components	Protective Sheet, Color Chart
Indoor Outdoor Usage	Indoor
Is Waterproof	False
Item Form	Liquid
Item Part Number	MC20/36V
Item Type Name	Paint Set
Item Volume	0.5 Kilograms
Item volume	0.5 Kilograms
Manufacturer	Kuretake
Model Name	Gansai Tambi
Model Number	MC20/36V
Paint Type	Watercolour
Part Number	MC20/36V
Product Warranty	12
Size	36 Count (Pack of 1)
Special Features	Water-based pigment
Special feature	Water-based pigment
Specific Uses For Product	Arts & Crafts
Surface Recommendation	Paper, Wood
UPC	046926698181 044935493551
Unit Count	1.0 count
Water Resistance Level	Not Water Resistant

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