Kintaro Coloring Pages

Kintaro: Japan's Energetic Folk Tale Hero

Kintaro is a strong and energetic boy from a Japanese folk tale. He is a beloved character all across Japan, and many people know and love his story.

Where Kintaro Was Born and Raised

No one knows for sure where Kintaro was born, but most stories say he grew up on a mountain named Mount Ashigara. Mount Ashigara sits between modern-day Kanagawa and Shizuoka prefectures and is surrounded by rich nature.

Some say Kintaro was raised by a mountain witch. Either way, it is said that he lived peacefully in nature, far from human towns, and got along well with all the animals.

Kintaro's Amazing Power and What Makes Him Special

The best thing about Kintaro is his extraordinary strength. They say he was as strong as a grown-up even when he was just a tiny baby!

• Sumo wrestling with a bear: Kintaro is famous for sumo wrestling with a bear. Even as a child, he was a strong wrestler who tested his power against the mountain animals.
• Heavy work was super easy: He was so strong that he could carry huge rocks and chop down trees all by himself.
• Friendship with animals: He wasn't just friends with the bear. He was also great friends with monkeys, deer, and rabbits, and played with them every day. He was kind, so all the animals loved him too.

Kintaro as a Grown-Up: Sakata no Kintoki

When Kintaro grew up, he took the name Sakata no Kintoki and became a retainer serving a great samurai named Minamoto no Yorimitsu. He fought off monsters like ogres and became a wonderful samurai who protected the people.

Kintaro's Lesson and Charm

The story of Kintaro teaches us how important it is to be healthy, strong, and kind-hearted. Also, seeing him live happily with animals in nature teaches children today to love nature and value true friendship.

As a hero that kids look up to, Kintaro continues to be loved by many people even today.

Tips for Fun Coloring of Kintaro

It is so exciting to choose colors for your Kintaro coloring page! Here are some tips to make coloring your Kintaro coloring page even more fun and wonderful.

Let's Imagine Kintaro!

When you think of Kintaro, you think of a super energetic boy! Let's imagine what colors will bring Kintaro to life.

• Kintaro's skin color: He is a healthy boy, so give him a healthy skin tone. A little bit of pink or red will make him look full of energy, too!
• Kintaro's clothes: In the classic story, Kintaro's famous mark is his red stomach bib (haragake). This red color shows Kintaro's power and bright energy. Color it nicely with a bright, strong red!
• Kintaro's hair: Black hair is common, but since he is so full of life, it can also be fun to use a light brown, or a shiny color like sunbeams hitting his hair.

Color the World Around Kintaro!

Kintaro grew up in the rich nature of Mount Ashigara. The nature around him will make your Kintaro picture look even cooler.

• Mountains and trees: The color green shows how rich the forest is. Use many greens, like dark green, light green, and yellow-green, to make a lively forest. You can use brown for tree trunks and the ground.
• Animal friends: Do not forget to color the animals that are good friends with Kintaro. It is fun to imagine their colors, like dark brown for the bear, brown for the monkey, and white or gray for the rabbit. Color the animals with a kind and gentle touch, too.
• The sky and clouds: Imagine white clouds floating in a bright blue sky. Kintaro will look even more energetic on a sunny day!

Coloring Tips & Fun Ideas

• Layering colors: Put a light color over a dark color to give your picture depth and make it look 3D. For example, if you add a darker color for shadows over the skin color, Kintaro will look much more real!
• Color blend (Gradation): When you color big areas like the sky or forest, try blending dark and light shades smoothly. It will make your picture look super pretty!
• Use crayons and colored pencils together: Try using different tools! You can color big spots boldly with crayons, and use colored pencils carefully for small details.
• Add your own special touch: Add fun patterns to Kintaro's bib, or use unique colors for his animal friends. Create your very own original Kintaro!

When you finish, show it to your family and talk about your favorite parts of Kintaro!