A beauty of tradition crossing time. A high-quality lantern that conveys traditional craftsmanship to the present day.
A delicate fireproof bag made with bamboo sticks, beautifully layered with silk and paper, a sturdy and luxurious base, a finely crafted main wooden body (18mm thick), a beautifully balanced design with detailed patterns, and lanterns created by traditional artisans showcasing their respective skills.

The painting on the fireproof bag is by traditional craftsman Junichi Kato.
The fireproof bag, which exudes warmth with elegant grasses and flowers, features charming small chrysanthemums and gentians, and gives a gentle impression of kindness. It is a "Mawashi-e" design, with patterns drawn on both the front and back, allowing enjoyment from either side.
A lantern that brightens the festival decorations to warmly welcome the important deceased loved ones during the Obon festival.

The clouds and feet decorated with maki-e lacquer work,
are by the Aizu lacquerware craftsman Hiroshi Omori.
Carefully lacquered and further decorated with maki-e, the lantern has an overall elegant impression, not only on the fireproof bag pattern but throughout.
The beautiful Kanazawa-yaki style wind chimes attached to the tassels also evoke a sense of specialness.

A work produced only a few times each year, becoming a yearly tradition to display during Obon, making it a lantern with a sense of exclusivity.

[Hiroshi Omori Artist Biography]
Aizu Lacquerware (Lacquer Division) / Designated Traditional Craftsman by the Minister of Economy, Trade and Industry
Recipient of the Fukushima Prefecture Excellent Skills Award
Served as an instructor at the Aizu Lacquerware Technique Trainee School

[Junichi Kato Artist Biography]
Gifu Lantern (Fireproof Bag Division) / Painting / Designated Traditional Craftsman by the Minister of Economy, Trade and Industry
Responsible for painting traditional craft lanterns

[Size (cm)] Width 33 × Height 82
*Dimensions may vary slightly.
[Box Size (cm)] Width 45 × Depth 51.5 × Height 11
[Main Material] Paulownia wood, lacquer
[Fireproof Bag Material] Silk and paper (hand-painted)
[Lighting] Corded, LED
[Origin] Japan (Gifu Lantern)
[Weight (kg)] Approximately 1.3
[Other] Includes a mat, paulownia box, and fragrance bag

[Handling Precautions]
- Please be careful of water exposure to the fireproof bag, and avoid flammable items like incense and candles.
- Turn off the electricity when not in use.
- When storing, first remove dust with a feather duster, soft brush, or cloth. Do not use chemical cloths, water, detergents, volatile chemicals, or insecticides.
- Since many natural materials are used, be cautious of insect damage.
- When using insect repellents, use ones suitable for lanterns. Overuse may cause damage, so please be careful.

For customers requesting noshi, please see here.

*The videos on the product page may include scenes where the lantern appears to rotate.
This is a staged effect using a rotating platform for filming. The actual lantern does not rotate, so please be aware.

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