The inspiration for the design of his lights stems from a visit to the Japanese fishing village of Gifu, where Noguchi watched the fishermen at work. They do not only use trained cormorants for the hunt but also lanterns to attract fish. These lanterns had ribs made of bamboo, which were covered with fine paper.
He took the design of this traditional lanterns for the occasion to create light sculptures made of wood and paper on his own. For the Akari Floor Lamp, the designer uses paper of the mulberry tree, because it softens the light, making it gentle and spreads it evenly.
Akari 10A size: Dia 50cm x H 120cm / ∅ 19.7″ x H 47.2″
Akari 14A size: Dia 33cm x H 162cm / ∅ 13″ x H 63.7″
Akari 13A size: Dia 28cm x H 48cm / ∅ 11″ x H 18.9″
Akari 15A size: Dia 40cm x H 60cm / ∅ 16″ x H 24″
Material: Mulberry paper, Metal, Iron.
Light source: LED bulb or Edison bulb.
Light source base type: E27 or E26 (as shown below).
Power: max 40W (not included).
Voltage: AC 110-240V.
Moisture resistance: IP 20 Damp-rated not waterproof, for indoor use only.
Environment: Indoor .
Weight: 12kg / 26.5lbs.
Body Finishes: Black.
Shade Finish: White.
Control: Inline On/Off switch.
78.7″ wires with plug switches.