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Akari Series Floor Lamp
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Akari
Akari — the Japanese word for light. A sculpture that illuminates; a lantern that weighs almost nothing.
Drawing inspiration from traditional Japanese fishing lanterns and designed by a pioneering American-Japanese artist in 1951, the Akari Floor Lamp is built from hand-pasted mulberry paper on a slender iron frame. It balances illumination with physical lightness — embodying the meaning of its name and offering a soft, ambient glow that makes it both a functional lamp and a quiet piece of sculpture in any contemporary interior.
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The hand of the artisan, visible at the edges.
Each Akari shade is assembled through a meticulous hand-bonding process using paper and glue. Minor traces of glue along the edges of the lampshade may be visible — this is an inherent signature of the craft, not a defect, and no two Akari lamps are identical.
| Dimensions |
Akari 10A: Dia 50cm x H 120cm / ∅ 19.7" x H 47.2" Akari 14A: Dia 33cm x H 162cm / ∅ 13" x H 63.7" |
| Packing size |
Akari 10A: L 56 × W 56 × H 14 cm Akari 14A: L 63 × W 53 × H 38 cm |
| Frame material | Iron, matte black finish |
| Shade material | Mulberry paper, hand-pasted |
| Shade color | White |
| Socket | E26 or E27 |
| Bulb included | No — sold separately |
| Switch | Inline on/off switch on cord |
| Cord | 150 cm / 59″ with inline on/off switch |
| Plug option | US plug · UK plug · AU plug · EU plug — choose at checkout |
| Voltage | AC 110–240V, full-range |
| Installation | Plug-in floor use |
| Environment | Indoor only |
| Certifications |
North America
Europe
Australia
Middle East
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- Assemble the iron frame first, then carefully slide the mulberry paper shade over the ribs — follow the step-by-step installation video above for your size (10A or 14A).
- Install an E26 or E27 bulb (sold separately). A warm white LED bulb (2700K–3000K) gives the most flattering glow through the paper shade.
- Plug into a standard wall outlet. The 150 cm cord includes an inline on/off switch. The fixture ships with your chosen regional plug (US, UK, AU, or EU) — specify at checkout so it arrives ready for your local outlet.
- When replacing the bulb, ensure the lamp is unplugged and the bulb has cooled completely. Handle the paper shade with clean, dry hands.
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Weightless illumination crafted from natural mulberry fibers. A quiet presence that softens the everyday.
Explore the Series →Why the Akari series feels different
Glare-Free Glow
A perfectly even, warm light that rests and soothes the eyes.
Authentic Washi
Hand-stretched paper showcasing natural, unrepeatable details.
Weightless Design
A delicate frame creates an airy, understated presence.
Timeless Appeal
Blends naturally into modern, minimal, or classic interiors.
Shaped by Time, Finished by Hand
A quiet dedication to traditional techniques. Each lantern is born from natural materials and shaped by artisans who treat light as a living medium.
- 01
Harvesting the Fibre
Raw mulberry (kozo) bark is meticulously washed and refined, stripping away the harshness to reveal pure, resilient strands.
- 02
Sculpting the Paper
Suspended in pure water, the fibers are gently gathered using a traditional bamboo screen, forming a flawless, delicate veil.
- 03
Natural Curing
Resting on wooden boards, the sheets air-dry naturally, locking in the inherent warmth and strength of the washi.
- 04
Shaping the Silhouette
A slender bamboo armature is bent into shape, providing the quiet, weightless skeleton onto which the paper is seamlessly wrapped.
- 05
The Final Glow
Carefully wired and inspected by the maker’s eye, ensuring the light diffuses with perfect serenity before it reaches your home.
Light that floats
Filtered through fine handmade washi, direct light is gently softened into a warm, diffused glow. Weightless and calm, each lantern seems to breathe quietly in the air, bringing a serene, restorative presence to the room.
- Soft diffusion for a comfortable, glare-free glow
- Restorative warm light that wraps the room in comfort
- Versatile enough to serve as ambient or accent lighting
In the Texture, a World of Its Own
Held to the light, the character of the material comes alive. Slender mulberry fibres weave freely through every inch of washi, supple bamboo ribs trace the lantern's full silhouette, and warm-toned hardware finishes each joint with a gentle touch.
These are the details worth leaning in for: the soft grain left by hand-made paper, the seamless lines where panels meet, and the quiet, enduring weight of a fixture made to last. Beauty rests in the smallest things.
Shaped by Hand, Woven with Time
Every shade is hand-shaped by skilled artisans, with time and full attention worked into each one. In an age that prizes efficiency, it is the mark of the hand that matters here — so no two lanterns share exactly the same texture, fold, or quality of light. More than a source of light, each is a piece of art that still carries the warmth of the hands that made it.
One Light, Seven Forms
One lamp, and the room is given space to breathe.
A quiet end to a loud day.
Sculpt your space with softness
Discover how the Akari series transforms not just your room, but how you feel inside it.
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