An andon paper lantern shrunk to bedside scale — built-in LED, two heights, and the same diffused glow that defines Japandi interiors.
Why we chose it
- Traditional Andon (行燈) silhouette
- Pleated rice-style paper diffuser
- Integrated warm-white LED — no bulb to replace
- Lacquered wood frame
- USB-powered with inline switch
- Flat-pack assembly
Design story
The traditional Andon (行燈) is one of Japan's oldest paper lanterns, originally lit by oil and placed on low tables in Edo-period homes. We brought it down to bedside scale and replaced the oil flame with a safe, warm-white integrated LED. The pleated paper, the lacquered wood frame, the soft warm glow — everything that made the original feel calming is still there.
Materials & details
Pleated rice-style paper diffuser over a lacquered wood frame. Integrated LED panel (no replaceable bulb). USB-C power input with an inline switch on the cable.
How to style it
Bedrooms
As a quiet Japandi presence beside an oak platform bed.
Tea rooms
Next to a hanging scroll and a single seasonal flower.
Reading nooks
Softly diffusing light onto a stack of poetry.
Meditation spaces
On a low altar table with incense and a single bonsai.
Care & maintenance
Dust the paper gently with a soft brush. Keep away from water and high humidity. Wipe the wood frame with a slightly damp cloth, then dry.
Pairs beautifully with
- Oak or walnut platform beds
- Stoneware tea cups
- Cast-iron tea kettles
- Single hanging scrolls
- Tatami mats
- Bonsai in clay pots
Specifications
- Traditional Andon (行燈) silhouette
- Pleated rice-style paper diffuser
- Integrated warm-white LED — no bulb to replace
- Lacquered wood frame
- USB-powered with inline switch
- Flat-pack assembly
- Two sizes (H 30cm / 11.8 inch / 38cm / 15 inch · base 18 × 18cm / 7.1 × 7.1 inch)
Dimensions & weight
- Size: H 30 / 38 cm / 11.8 / 15 inch · base 18 × 18 cm / 7.1 × 7.1 inch
- Shipping weight: 1.20 kg / 2.65 lb
Frequently asked questions
What is an Andon?
A traditional Japanese paper-and-wood lantern, originally lit by oil. This is the modern LED-powered version of the same silhouette.
How is it powered?
USB-C cable into the inline switch, then into any 5V USB power source — phone charger, computer port, or battery bank.
Will the paper turn yellow?
Quality paper develops a subtle warmth over years. Keep out of direct sunlight to slow this if you prefer the original tone.
Can the LED be replaced?
No — it's integrated and rated for 30,000+ hours of life.
Is it bright enough to read by?
Yes — comfortable for bedside reading, though it's primarily designed for ambient mood lighting.
How does it assemble?
Flat-pack with snap-fit frame slots — about 5 minutes, no tools required.
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Specifications
- Material: Washi-style rice paper shade, bamboo frame
- Finish: Natural washi-style paper
- Color: Warm white paper
- Style: Japandi · Wabi-Sabi · Japanese · Zen · Nordic · Andon
- Room: Bedroom · Reading corner · Study · Meditation room · Tatami room
- Best for: Diffused ambient lighting · Meditation · Reading · Zen interiors · Japanese-style room
- Features: Andon-style paper lantern · Soft diffused glow · Multiple plug types (US/EU) · Wabi-Sabi aesthetic
- Dimensions: Andon table lamp size
- Power: Plug-in (US or EU plug)
- Aesthetic: Wabi-Sabi · Japandi · Andon Japanese
