Shigeru Uchida Paper Moon PM02

Japanese traditional beauty expressed in an adorable form

Shigeru Uchida Washi Lighting Paper Moon 02

He has engaged in a wide range of activities both in Japan and overseas, including commercial and residential spaces, furniture, industrial design, and regional development.

Shigeru Uchida introduced Japanese traditional beauty to the world through a traveling exhibition in European museums with his foldable tearooms "Ju-an," "So-an," and "Gyo-an," which he unveiled in the 1990s. His product designs, created from the perspective of an interior designer, always sought the essence of Japanese traditional beauty at their core, while keeping an eye on the trends of the times.

The Paper Moon lighting series is one such example, utilizing the techniques of "Gifu lanterns," a special product of Gifu that has continued since the Edo period and was designated a "traditional craft" by the country in 1995. Gifu lanterns are made from thin, high-quality Mino washi paper from the Mino region of Gifu Prefecture and bamboo nurtured by Gifu's rich natural environment, handcrafted by skilled artisans. Paper Moon, created using these techniques, is an attractive table lamp/floor lamp with an adorable, soft form. The simple, natural form and the gentle light diffused through the washi paper are sure to evoke a sense of familiarity in everyone.

The humorous forms reminiscent of "mochi," "bamboo shoots," and "gourds," as well as the texture of the washi paper, are extremely "Japanese," yet they blend seamlessly into any space, whether Japanese or Western. The PM02 is characterized by its charming gourd-like humorous form. It is a lamp that can also serve as an accent in a room.

Designer: Shigeru Uchida

Country of Origin: Japan

Size: Diameter 200 × Height 210mm

Specifications: Miniature bulb 25W (F) E17 ×1 with inline switch

For use overseas, if the voltage is 200V or higher, please purchase [Type C].

Materials/Components: Main unit material: Shade/Mino Washi, Ribs/PET resin, Legs/Steel