{"title":"Isamu Noguchi Akari Lamp","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"product-description\"\u003e\n    \u003c!-- Product Title --\u003e\n    \u003ch1\u003eIsamu Noguchi Akari 7A Style Floor Lamp\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\n    \u003c!-- Product Image --\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"product-image\"\u003e\n    \u003cimg height=\"960\" width=\"960\" alt=\"Breuer Home Isamu Noguchi Akari 7a Floor Lamp \" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0829\/6477\/5234\/files\/BREUER_HOME_Isamu_Noguchi_Akari_7a_Floor_Lamp_3.webp?v=1753261399\" style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; margin-top: 1.5em; margin-bottom: 1.5em; border-radius: 10px;\"\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003c!-- Product Details --\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003e\n        Illuminate your space with the timeless elegance of the \u003cstrong\u003eIsamu Noguchi Akari 7A Style Floor Lamp\u003c\/strong\u003e. \n        A harmonious blend of Japanese craftsmanship and modernist form, this lamp is a piece of functional art that \n        provides a soft, warm glow to any room.\n    \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n    \u003c!-- Product Features --\u003e\n    \u003ch2\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h2\u003e\n    \u003cul\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003eHandcrafted from traditional washi\/rice paper\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003eSturdy metal frame structure\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003eSoft and warm lighting for a serene ambiance\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003eIconic sculptural shape\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003c\/ul\u003e\n    \u003ch2\u003eProduct in Action\u003c\/h2\u003e\n    \u003cbr\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"product-image\"\u003e\n    \u003cimg height=\"960\" width=\"960\" alt=\"Breuer Home Isamu Noguchi Akari 7a Floor Lamp in Real Action Scene_1\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0829\/6477\/5234\/files\/BREUER_HOME_Isamu_Noguchi_Akari_7a_Floor_Lamp_1.webp?v=1753261399\" style=\"display: block; 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Our faithful reproduction stays true to the form Noguchi created with the lantern makers of Gifu, Japan.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eAt a Glance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDesigner:\u003c\/strong\u003e Isamu Noguchi, from the Akari light-sculpture series he began in 1951\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eForm:\u003c\/strong\u003e a tiered washi paper lantern on a slim matte-black tripod\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 25\" \/ 63.5 cm tall with a 16.7\" \/ 42.4 cm shade — a compact accent floor lamp\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLight:\u003c\/strong\u003e included 40W LED with three switchable color temperatures (warm \/ neutral \/ cool); standard E26\/E27 socket\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAssembly:\u003c\/strong\u003e a few minutes, no tools required\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterials:\u003c\/strong\u003e handmade washi paper over bamboo ribs, with warm reddish wood collars\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout Isamu Noguchi\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIsamu Noguchi (1904–1988) was a Japanese-American sculptor and designer whose work bridged East and West across furniture, gardens, stage sets, and public space. In 1951 he travelled to Gifu, a small city on the Nagara River where artisans had been folding washi paper and bamboo into chōchin lanterns for centuries. The mayor invited him to help revive the local craft, and Noguchi responded with a new family of light sculptures he called Akari — a Japanese word meaning both \"light\" and \"lightness.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe original Akari series is still produced by Ozeki \u0026amp; Co. in Gifu using the same hand techniques. Noguchi spoke of Akari less as lamps than as atmosphere — light made tangible, weightless, almost dissolving the boundary between object and air. The 7A is the floor-lamp scale of that idea: a small, tiered lantern lifted to standing height on a tripod.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eMaterials \u0026amp; Craftsmanship\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur reproduction is built in the Akari tradition, with materials chosen to read the way Noguchi intended:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eShade:\u003c\/strong\u003e handmade washi paper stretched over thin bamboo ribs in a multi-tiered, faceted lantern shape that glows evenly when lit.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCollars:\u003c\/strong\u003e turned wood rings in a warm reddish finish at the top and bottom of the shade, accented by a fine wire carrying handle at the crown.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBase:\u003c\/strong\u003e slim three-legged metal tripod in matte black, sized to keep the lamp visually weightless.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWiring:\u003c\/strong\u003e fabric- or PVC-jacketed cord with an inline floor switch and pull-chain at the socket.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach shade is folded and finished by hand. Subtle variations in the paper grain and rib spacing are part of the character — no two Akari shades are identical.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n  \u003ctbody\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eTotal height\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e25\" \/ 63.5 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eShade width (widest tier)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e16.7\" \/ 42.4 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eShade height\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10.6\" \/ 26.9 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eTripod leg span\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e11.4\" \/ 29 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eShade\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHandmade washi paper on bamboo ribs, reddish wood collars\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBase\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMatte black three-legged metal tripod\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBulb socket\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eE26 \/ E27 medium screw\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBulb (included)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e40W LED with three switchable color temperatures (warm \/ neutral \/ cool white)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSwitch\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInline cord switch plus pull-chain at the socket\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCord length\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2 m \/ approx. 6.5 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eSizing \u0026amp; Where It Fits\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 7A is the compact, accent-scale Akari. At 25\" (63.5 cm) tall with a tiered shade about 16.7\" (42.4 cm) across, it stands roughly half the height of the larger \u003ca href=\"\/products\/akari-10a-floor-lamp\"\u003eAkari 10A\u003c\/a\u003e (47.2\" \/ 120 cm) and reads as a stacked, layered lantern rather than a single ovoid — an easy fit where a full floor sculpture would be too much.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt works beside a side table, in a reading nook, a bedroom corner, a hallway, or next to a low sofa or chair — anywhere you want a warm, sculptural glow without a large footprint. The light is soft and ambient (mood lighting rather than task lighting). If you want a bolder, room-defining statement, the 10A offers the same Akari character at a much larger scale. Want it overhead instead? See the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/akari-washi-paper-pendant-lamp\"\u003eAkari washi paper pendant lamp\u003c\/a\u003e (three sizes).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCare \u0026amp; Assembly\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe lamp arrives in two pieces — folded shade and tripod base — and assembles in a few minutes: open the shade along its bamboo ribs, seat it onto the wire frame, screw in the bulb, and plug in. No tools required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTreat the washi paper as you would any fine paper object. Dust lightly with a soft, dry brush or a hairdryer on a cool, low setting. Avoid liquids and damp rooms, and keep the lamp clear of high-traffic walkways so the tripod isn't knocked. When changing the bulb, support the socket from below rather than twisting the shade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat's the difference between Noguchi's Akari and other paper lanterns?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTraditional Gifu chōchin are utilitarian lanterns. Noguchi's Akari series, begun in 1951, took the same washi-and-bamboo craft and reshaped it as modern sculpture — meant to be read as light itself rather than a container for a bulb. Our lamp is inspired by the Akari 7A form; the original series is still produced by Ozeki \u0026amp; Co. in Gifu.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat bulb does it take?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe lamp uses a standard E26 \/ E27 medium-base bulb. A 40W three-color-temperature LED is included so you can switch between warm, neutral, and cool white. Any E26\/E27 bulb up to roughly 40W (LED equivalent) will work — keep wattage low so the paper stays cool to the touch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow fragile is the washi paper?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWashi is stronger than it looks — its long fibers resist tearing far better than ordinary paper — but it is still paper. With normal indoor use it lasts for years. Avoid bumps, pets, and humidity, and dust gently rather than wiping.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow does it ship and assemble?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe shade ships folded flat to protect the bamboo ribs; the tripod base ships separately. Assembly takes a few minutes with no tools — unfold the shade along its ribs, set it onto the wire frame at the socket, install the bulb, and plug in.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWill it yellow over time?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNatural washi warms in tone gradually with age and light — many collectors consider this part of an Akari's character. Yellowing is slow and even when the lamp is kept out of direct sunlight. Replacement shades for this form are widely available.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eShould I choose the Akari 7A or the larger 10A?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt comes down to scale and presence. The 7A is the compact floor model — about 25\" (63.5 cm) tall with a tiered shade — a quieter accent that fits tighter spaces and side-table-height settings. The 10A is nearly twice the height (47.2\" \/ 120 cm) with a single, full ovoid shade, meant to anchor a room as a light sculpture. Both use the same handmade washi-and-bamboo Akari craft and the same warm, even glow, so choose the 7A for subtlety and the 10A for a statement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Returns\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFree US shipping (typically arrives within 2 weeks). 30-day free returns. 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Our faithful reproduction stays true to the form Noguchi developed with the lantern makers of Gifu, Japan: light made tangible, almost weightless.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eAt a Glance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDesigner:\u003c\/strong\u003e Isamu Noguchi, from the Akari light-sculpture series he began in 1951\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eForm:\u003c\/strong\u003e a single, large ovoid washi paper lantern on a slim matte-black tripod\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 47.2\" \/ 120 cm tall with a 20\" \/ 50.8 cm shade — a statement-scale floor lamp\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLight:\u003c\/strong\u003e included 7W LED, ~700 lumens, three switchable color temperatures (warm \/ neutral \/ cool), wide 110–250V input; standard E27 socket\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAssembly:\u003c\/strong\u003e about 5 minutes, no tools required\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterials:\u003c\/strong\u003e handmade washi paper over bamboo ribs, with warm reddish wood collars\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout Isamu Noguchi\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIsamu Noguchi (1904–1988) was a Japanese-American sculptor and designer whose work bridged East and West across furniture, gardens, stage sets, and public space. In 1951 he travelled to Gifu, a small city on the Nagara River where artisans had folded washi paper and bamboo into chōchin lanterns for centuries. The mayor invited him to help revive the local craft, and Noguchi answered with a new family of light sculptures he called Akari — a Japanese word meaning both \"light\" and \"lightness.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe original Akari series is still produced by Ozeki \u0026amp; Co. in Gifu using the same hand techniques. Noguchi spoke of Akari less as lamps than as atmosphere — light that dissolves the boundary between object and air. The 10A is that idea at its most expansive: a large, softly swelling lantern raised to standing height, as much a sculpture for the room as a source of light.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eMaterials \u0026amp; Craftsmanship\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur reproduction is built in the Akari tradition, with materials chosen to read the way Noguchi intended:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eShade:\u003c\/strong\u003e handmade washi paper stretched over fine horizontal bamboo ribs in a single, full ovoid lantern shape that glows evenly and warmly when lit.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCollars:\u003c\/strong\u003e turned wood rings in a warm reddish finish at the top and bottom of the shade, with a squared wire carrying handle at the crown.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBase:\u003c\/strong\u003e a slim three-legged metal tripod in matte black, sized to keep the large shade visually light.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWiring:\u003c\/strong\u003e a floor-length cord with an inline foot switch for easy on and off.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach shade is folded and finished by hand. Subtle variations in the paper grain and rib spacing are part of the character — no two Akari shades are identical.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n  \u003ctbody\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eTotal height\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e47.2\" \/ 120 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eShade width (widest)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e20\" \/ 50.8 cm diameter\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eShade height\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e20.2\" \/ 51.3 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eTripod height (floor to shade)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e27.1\" \/ 68.8 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eShade\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHandmade washi paper on horizontal bamboo ribs, reddish wood collars\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBase\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMatte black three-legged metal tripod\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCarrying handle\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlack wire loop at the crown\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBulb socket\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eE27 medium screw\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBulb (included)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e7W LED, approx. 700 lumens, three switchable color temperatures (warm \/ neutral \/ cool white)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eVoltage\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWide-range 110–250V input\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSwitch\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInline foot switch on the cord\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eSizing \u0026amp; Where It Fits\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 10A is the large, floor-scale Akari. At 47.2\" (120 cm) tall with a shade about 20\" (51 cm) across, it stands nearly twice the height of the compact \u003ca href=\"\/products\/akari-7a-floor-lamp\"\u003eAkari 7A\u003c\/a\u003e (25\" \/ 63.5 cm) and reads as one full, rounded ovoid rather than a tiered lantern — it is meant to be a focal point, not a discreet accent.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt works in a living-room corner beside a sofa or lounge chair, in an entryway, or in a bedroom corner — anywhere with floor space for the tripod and enough open height for the tall shade to feel balanced. The light is soft and ambient (mood lighting rather than task lighting), so it suits rooms where you want warmth and atmosphere. If you prefer a smaller, more understated piece, the 7A offers the same Akari character at a more compact scale. Want it overhead instead? See the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/akari-washi-paper-pendant-lamp\"\u003eAkari washi paper pendant lamp\u003c\/a\u003e (three sizes).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCare \u0026amp; Assembly\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe lamp arrives in two pieces — the folded shade and the tripod base — and assembles in about five minutes: open the shade along its bamboo ribs, seat it onto the frame at the collars, screw in the bulb, and plug in. No tools required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTreat the washi paper as you would any fine paper object. Dust lightly with a soft, dry brush or a hairdryer on a cool, low setting. Avoid liquids and damp rooms, and keep the lamp clear of high-traffic walkways so the tripod isn't knocked. When changing the bulb, support the socket from below rather than twisting the shade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat makes Noguchi's Akari different from an ordinary paper lantern?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTraditional Gifu chōchin are utilitarian lanterns. Noguchi's Akari series, begun in 1951, took the same washi-and-bamboo craft and reshaped it as modern sculpture — meant to be read as light itself rather than a container for a bulb. Our lamp is inspired by the Akari 10A form; the original series is still produced by Ozeki \u0026amp; Co. in Gifu.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow large is the 10A?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is a statement-sized floor lamp: about 47\" (120 cm) tall with a shade roughly 20\" (51 cm) across at its widest. The generous, balloon-like shade makes it a sculptural focal point for a living room, bedroom, or entryway rather than a discreet reading lamp.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat bulb does it use, and is one included?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes — a 7W LED bulb is included, giving about 700 lumens with three switchable color temperatures (warm, neutral, and cool white) and a wide 110–250V input range that works worldwide. It uses a standard E27 medium screw socket, so any low-wattage E27 bulb will fit if you ever want to swap it. Keep wattage low so the paper stays cool to the touch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow does it ship and assemble?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe shade ships folded flat to protect the bamboo ribs; the tripod base ships separately. Assembly takes about five minutes with no tools — unfold the shade along its ribs, set it onto the frame, install the bulb, and switch it on at the inline foot switch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eIs the washi paper fragile, and will it yellow over time?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWashi is stronger than it looks — its long fibers resist tearing far better than ordinary paper — but it is still paper, so avoid bumps, pets, and humidity, and dust gently. Natural washi warms in tone gradually with age and light; many collectors consider this part of an Akari's character, and replacement shades for this form are widely available.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eShould I choose the Akari 10A or the smaller 7A?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt comes down to scale and presence. The 10A is the large floor model — about 47\" (120 cm) tall with a full, rounded shade — meant to anchor a room as a light sculpture. The 7A is roughly half the height (25\" \/ 63.5 cm) with a tiered shade, better suited as a quieter accent or for tighter spaces. Both use the same handmade washi-and-bamboo Akari craft and the same warm, even glow, so choose the 10A for a statement and the 7A for subtlety.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Returns\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFree US shipping. 30-day free returns. See our \u003ca href=\"\/policies\/shipping-policy\"\u003eshipping policy\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/policies\/refund-policy\"\u003erefund policy\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"BREUER HOME","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54381243498818,"sku":"AKR-10a","price":329.29,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0829\/6477\/5234\/files\/akari-10a-01-main.jpg?v=1780280958"},{"product_id":"akari-washi-paper-pendant-lamp","title":"Akari Washi Paper Pendant Lamp","description":"\u003cp\u003eDesigned by Isamu Noguchi in 1951, the Akari pendant is a sphere of light — handmade washi paper ribbed with bamboo, suspended overhead on a slender cord. Our faithful reproduction brings the iconic round Akari lantern to the ceiling in three sizes, from an intimate 60 cm globe to a room-defining metre.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eAt a Glance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDesigner:\u003c\/strong\u003e Isamu Noguchi, from the Akari light-sculpture series he began in 1951\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eForm:\u003c\/strong\u003e a round washi paper globe pendant, hung from a slim black cord\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSizes:\u003c\/strong\u003e three — 55A (Ø 60 cm), 75A (Ø 80 cm), 100A (Ø 100 cm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLight:\u003c\/strong\u003e standard E27 socket, bulb included; max 100W \/ 150W \/ 300W by size\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSuspension:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3 m (≈ 118 in) adjustable cord; hardwired ceiling mount (plug-in on request)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterials:\u003c\/strong\u003e handmade washi paper over bamboo ribs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout Isamu Noguchi\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIsamu Noguchi (1904–1988) was a Japanese-American sculptor and designer whose work bridged East and West across furniture, gardens, stage sets, and public space. In 1951 he travelled to Gifu, a small city on the Nagara River where artisans had folded washi paper and bamboo into chōchin lanterns for centuries. The mayor invited him to help revive the local craft, and Noguchi answered with a new family of light sculptures he called Akari — a Japanese word meaning both \"light\" and \"lightness.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe original Akari series is still produced by Ozeki \u0026amp; Co. in Gifu using the same hand techniques. Noguchi spoke of Akari less as lamps than as atmosphere — light that dissolves the boundary between object and air. Hung overhead, the round Akari pendant turns a dining table or entryway into a pool of warm, even light.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eMaterials \u0026amp; Craftsmanship\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur reproduction is built in the Akari tradition, with materials chosen to read the way Noguchi intended:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eShade:\u003c\/strong\u003e handmade washi paper stretched over fine horizontal bamboo ribs in a full round globe that glows evenly and warmly when lit.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFrame:\u003c\/strong\u003e a collapsible internal wire expander holds the sphere open; the lantern ships folded flat and opens in minutes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSuspension:\u003c\/strong\u003e a slim black cord with ceiling canopy, adjustable up to 3 m (about 118 in \/ 9.8 ft).\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLight:\u003c\/strong\u003e standard E27 medium-screw socket; a bulb is included.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach shade is folded and finished by hand. Subtle variations in the paper grain and rib spacing are part of the character — no two Akari shades are identical.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n  \u003ctbody\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSizes (diameter)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e55A — Ø 23.6\" \/ 60 cm · 75A — Ø 31.5\" \/ 80 cm · 100A — Ø 39.4\" \/ 100 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMax bulb wattage\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e55A: 100W · 75A: 150W · 100A: 300W (120V \/ 60Hz)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWeight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e55A: 5.6 lb · 75A: 7.5 lb · 100A: 10 lb\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eShade\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHandmade washi paper on horizontal bamboo ribs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBulb socket\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eE27 medium screw — bulb included\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSuspension\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlack cord + ceiling canopy, adjustable to 3 m (≈ 118\" \/ 9.8 ft)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eInstallation\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHardwired ceiling mount (plug-in swag available on request — see Care \u0026amp; Assembly)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eSizing \u0026amp; Where It Fits\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePick the size to suit the room and the table beneath it:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e55A (Ø 60 cm):\u003c\/strong\u003e intimate — a small round table, breakfast nook or hallway, or grouped as a cluster.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e75A (Ø 80 cm):\u003c\/strong\u003e the everyday dining size — balanced over a standard round or rectangular table.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e100A (Ø 100 cm):\u003c\/strong\u003e a statement — anchors a large table, open-plan dining, or a double-height space.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePrefer the Akari look as a floor lamp? The same lantern tradition comes as the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/akari-7a-floor-lamp\"\u003eAkari 7A\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/products\/akari-10a-floor-lamp\"\u003eAkari 10A\u003c\/a\u003e floor lamps.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCare \u0026amp; Assembly\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe lantern ships folded flat and opens in a few minutes: unfold the shade, insert the wire expander through the top hole and seat it into the holes, thread the cord, and adjust the drop so the bulb sits centered (never touching the paper). Dust lightly with a soft, dry brush and keep clear of moisture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0829\/6477\/5234\/files\/pend-07-manual.jpg?v=1780383043\" alt=\"Akari paper lamp assembly guide — unfold the lantern, insert the wire expander, thread the cord, and center the bulb; max wattage 100W \/ 150W \/ 300W by size.\" style=\"max-width:100%;height:auto;\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInstallation:\u003c\/strong\u003e the pendant ships as a \u003cstrong\u003ehardwired ceiling fixture\u003c\/strong\u003e (professional installation recommended). If you'd prefer a \u003cstrong\u003eplug-in swag\u003c\/strong\u003e version, add a note at checkout, or email \u003ca href=\"mailto:SUPPORT@BREUERHOME.COM\"\u003eSUPPORT@BREUERHOME.COM\u003c\/a\u003e after ordering with your order number (format \"BREUERHOME DIRECT-#____\") requesting the plug-in option.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat size should I choose?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMatch the globe to the table and ceiling height: 55A (60 cm) for small tables and nooks, 75A (80 cm) for a standard dining table, and 100A (100 cm) as a bold focal point over a large table or open space. Hang the bottom of the shade roughly 75–90 cm (30–36 in) above a dining table.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes it include a bulb, and what socket does it use?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes — a bulb is included, and the lamp uses a standard E27 medium-screw socket, so replacements are easy to find. Stay within the max wattage for each size (100W \/ 150W \/ 300W) and use a low-heat LED so the paper stays cool to the touch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs it hardwired or plug-in?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt ships as a hardwired ceiling pendant (we recommend a qualified electrician). Need a plug-in swag instead? Add a note at checkout, or email SUPPORT@BREUERHOME.COM after ordering with your order number (format \"BREUERHOME DIRECT-#____\") and we'll arrange it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow fragile is the washi paper?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWashi is stronger than it looks — its long fibers resist tearing far better than ordinary paper — but it is still paper. Avoid moisture and bumps and dust it gently, and it will last for years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow does it ship and assemble?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe lantern ships folded flat to protect the bamboo ribs and opens in a few minutes with the included wire expander — no tools needed for the shade. The electrical fitting should be installed by an electrician (or request the plug-in option above).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Returns\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFree US shipping. 30-day free returns. 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