Lend a touch of global design to your interiors with a Japanese pendant light. Driven by simplicity in material and form, these droplights add a touch of airiness. This can be attributed to lightweight translucent fabric or rice paper shades. While they are inspired by traditional Asian lamps, they also have a contemporary appeal which makes them versatile. With these selections, we’re sure that you’ll find an option so you can bring home a piece of Eastern design to your home.
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Midcentury Modern Pendant
Legion Furniture
Make a unique statement with these geometric Japanese hanging lights. It provides ambient light from its white shade and rests on a metal frame with a brushed nickel finish. The piece is lit through a hardwired cord.
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The retro-modern appeal of this lamp would work so well in midcentury, contemporary, eclectic, and bohemian interiors. Available in three sizes, the largest one is best for living rooms and dining spaces. Meanwhile, the medium piece would make a great foyer and breakfast nook chandelier. For an interesting illumination, we recommend using a warm white bulb.
Zen Inspired Lights
This Japanese light pendant brings a modern yet minimalistic touch to any room. Meticulously handcrafted from paper while resting on a metal structure. Its versatile design can hang above a kitchen, entryway, or reading nook.
Multi Tiered Japanese Lamp
This hanging lamp with a Japanese-inspired design is a centerpiece to any space. Beautifully handcrafted from rice paper, it wraps around the iron frame with metal ribbing like an accordion. Includes an energy-efficient LED bulb.
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A unique piece with a space-age and futuristic theme. Aside from working as a droplight, it can also be used as a floor lamp, providing you with versatility and multi-functionality. Due to its size and verticality, we recommend installing these as side lights rather than the main light, especially in large spaces. Use two to frame an interesting midcentury modern shelf.
Geometric Round Pendant
Adesso
Resembling paper lanterns, these Japanese droplights serve both form and function. The orb-shaped collapsible shade adds warmth to any room. Exquisitely crafted from rice paper with uneven bamboo ribs as a frame inside.
Designer Advice:
These lights are versatile and can be applied to a variety of dry spaces and different interior styles. For larger areas, we recommend creating an ensemble, incorporating all sizes, in groups of three or five. A medium or a large one will be more than enough in more compact rooms, especially if it’s in a breakfast nook or a small apartment.
Woven Pendant Lamp
Bay Isle Home™
These pendant lights with Japanese style are a sure showstopper in any space. It features a unique rice paper lamp shape with a top and bottom collar reinforced by fiber. Powered through a simple power cord.
$178
$265.99
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Great for tropical, coastal, modern farmhouse, and resort-style interiors. The natural shade of the bamboo, along with its crisscross patterns, would go well with linen-upholstered couches, giving your space that relaxed and casual vibe. Its elongated shape also works with rounded or rectangular tables with a white or warmer shade of wood stain.
Red Japanese Lamp
Latitude Run®
Add an Eastern-inspired touch to your space with these Japanese pendant lights. Its wrapped ribbon shade mimics a Japanese lantern with a brushed nickel finish. The frame is crafted from metal, while the unique shade is made of fabric.
$266.99
$447
This pair of Japanese hanging lamps will add a designer, contemporary appeal to any modern interiors. Inspired by mid-century design, it will work out well in cafes, bistros or private lofts.
Flower pendant lamps by lighting artist Sachie Muramatsu. The lanterns use layers of traditional Japanese paper (‘washi’) made from naturally grown mulberry trees, arranged and dyed to mimic enormous hanging flowers. #bohemian #rose
Designed by Japanese artisans, this hanging lamp sparkles with antique 19th century craftsmanship. The lantern boasts of lattice design and hardwood construction, reinforced with metal hardware and topped with a metal ring.
Delightful floral form and gorgeous colors make this Japanese hanging lamp a real treat for lovers of the original lighting. The whole made with attention to detail is unique. Ideal for bedroom, living room or hallway.
Wonderful Illumination with the Hikari Hanging Pendant Lamp
Vintage style hanging lamp. Have you already heard of moooi lamps (answering the yet-unstated question: yes, the spelling is ok)? Moooi lamp is a type of pendant lighting of Japanese origin and design. It usually has clear glass shade.
Origami diamond pendant light
Hanging lamp in oriental style. Lampshade is made of paper. Sophisticated accessory for each room according to taste and need.
Being a popular home decor item for almost 2,000 years, the characteristic Japanese lantern lamps are delicate construction, in most cases made from rice or silk paper over a bamboo or wire frame.
Modernize your living room by choosing these static Japanese bubbles hanging lamps. Different sizes create the unique and extraordinary look in any apartment.
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Japanese hanging lamps never go out of fashion! This timeless addition will easily enrich any interior with oriental, dramatic energy. They come in two colours, black and gold, but why not take both?
Japanese hanging lamps everywhere will bring a touch of Asian charm and wrap the interior with warm light. The natural design of the rice paper forms a spherical cocoon, as the hanging lamps in a bright subdued shade.
Japanese style hanging traditional electric lantern. Made of lightweight white paper on the wood frame. Plugs into standard electrical outlet. Approvided with American wring, light socket and wheel switch.
Japanese lamps give a unique character wherever they can be installed. This japanese hanging lamp - has a form of big bubble,with simple patterns of Asian flowers have been broken down. The finish of the lamp and its structure - all have warm beige color.
Japanese hanging lamp - I was always into Orient inspired décor styles, and while a 'full Asia mode' is perhaps too much, slight accents like lamps are always welcome. This lamp features a classic wooden double-cross design in deep red. Perfection!
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