Bring the quiet elegance of traditional Japanese craftsmanship into your space with a kumiko style lantern, a hand‑crafted wooden light that blends artistry, symbolism, and warm illumination.
Kumiko is one of Japan's traditional techniques that has been preserved by artisans for generations, dating back to the ancient Kamakura period.
By joining pieces of wood without using nails, skilled artisans who have inherited the technique create delicate geometric patterns that are primarily used on folding screens and shoji screens, and in this case, to create a warm and classically styled lantern.
No two lanterns are exactly the same. Each piece is designed spontaneously by the creator, who selects the patterns, proportions, and arrangement. This intuitive, hands‑on approach means every lantern carries its own personality — a singular expression of the artisan’s vision at that point in time.
*The design you receive will be decided at the time of purchase. If you are wanting to choose a particular design, please contact us and we will provide some options for you to choose from.
Crafted With Natural Materials
Woods used:
Frame - Yoshino sugi
Kumiko - sugi, hiba, hinoki, Hōnoki, nigaki
Finish: Natural, warm, and organic—highlighting the grain and texture of the wood
Dimensions: W210 × D210 × H260 mm
Bring the quiet elegance of traditional Japanese craftsmanship into your space with a kumiko style lantern, a hand‑crafted wooden light that blends artistry, symbolism, and warm illumination.
Kumiko is one of Japan's traditional techniques that has been preserved by artisans for generations, dating back to the ancient Kamakura period.
By joining pieces of wood without using nails, skilled artisans who have inherited the technique create delicate geometric patterns that are primarily used on folding screens and shoji screens, and in this case, to create a warm and classically styled lantern.
No two lanterns are exactly the same. Each piece is designed spontaneously by the creator, who selects the patterns, proportions, and arrangement. This intuitive, hands‑on approach means every lantern carries its own personality — a singular expression of the artisan’s vision at that point in time.
*The design you receive will be decided at the time of purchase. If you are wanting to choose a particular design, please contact us and we will provide some options for you to choose from.
Crafted With Natural Materials
Woods used:
Frame - Yoshino sugi
Kumiko - sugi, hiba, hinoki, Hōnoki, nigaki
Finish: Natural, warm, and organic—highlighting the grain and texture of the wood
Dimensions: W210 × D210 × H260 mm