Akari Juni Japanese Wabi Sabi Paper Pendant Light

Overview

Suitable rooms

Hang it 20" to 26" above the nightstand surface.

Use the 16.9" x 32.3" size beside the bed in place of a table lamp, since the narrow hourglass waist keeps the paper shade clear of pillows while the tall drop still lights the nightstand below. Pair it with a dimmer for late evenings; skip it if your ceiling sits under 8 ft, since the cord has little room to adjust.

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  Best sizes: 16.9" x 32.3"

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  Bulb: 800-1200 lm, 2700-3000K, dimmable for late evenings

Center it 30" to 36" above the coffee table, clear of the sofa back.

The 16.9" x 32.3" hourglass works as a centerpiece rather than task light, since its pleated rice paper spreads a soft ambient glow across a seating area instead of a hard pool of light. It suits rooms with 8 to 9 ft ceilings; in a lower room, mount it closer to the wall so it clears foot traffic near the sofa.

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  Best sizes: 16.9" x 32.3"

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  Bulb: 800-1200 lm, 2700-3000K, dimmable for movie nights

Hang the bottom of the shade 30" to 34" above the tabletop.

One 16.9" x 32.3" pendant centers over a table up to 6 ft long without glare, since the paper diffuser softens the bulb into an even wash across place settings. Tables longer than 6 ft need two fixtures spaced along the run; a single pendant off center leaves one end dim.

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  Best sizes: 16.9" x 32.3"

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  Bulb: 800-1200 lm, 2700-3000K, dimmable for dinners

Sizes & styles

How we craft this rattan pendant light

Every product goes through the same six-step process in our Vietnam workshop — from selecting the cane to testing the wiring. See the full process →

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  Step 1

  Selecting Bamboo and Rattan Materials are carefully chosen based on age, flexibility, and shape. Ideal bamboo is 5–10 years old, with straight, smooth stems and minimal knots, sourced from Vietnamese mountain regions (avoiding the top and bottom growth areas where light exposure affects quality).

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  Step 2

  Splitting and Making Bamboo/Rattan Strips Rattan's outer bark is stripped to reveal its workable core, which is split into uniform strands. Bamboo is similarly split into strips sized according to the final product's requirements, ensuring consistency.

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  Step 3

  Anti-Corrosion and Anti-Mold Treatment Two key methods protect against decay and insects: smoking (improves termite resistance and flexibility) and boiling (removes impurities, kills bacteria, and enhances elasticity). Materials are then sun-dried to boost strength and durability.

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  Step 4

  Making the Pendant Frame and Assembly This involves four steps — selecting a shape (round, drum, cluster, conical, etc.), precise measurement for stable joints, cutting and assembling components, and quality control testing to confirm the frame can bear the lamp's weight and external stress.

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  Step 5

  Weaving of Bamboo/Rattan Pendant Shade Artisans use techniques like woven mesh, embroidery, and twisted weave to create intricate patterns. Weaving starts from key frame points, with continuous checks for uniformity, finishing with detailed borders and accents.

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  Step 6

  Final Quality Assurance and Testing Final steps include controlled natural drying plus anti-termite/anti-mold treatment, surface coloring (natural golden hue, eco-friendly stains, or black lacquer for rattan pieces), professional electrical installation and testing, and a comprehensive final quality inspection before shipping.

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