Japanese paper, mid-century soul. The Akari A Pendant Swag Light brings together Japanese handcraft and mid-century modernist form — a handmade mulberry paper lantern that glows with quiet warmth. Timeless, delicate, and endlessly versatile across ten sizes.
Features
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Mulberry paper — handmade from Japanese mulberry paper for a soft, luminous diffusion of warm light.
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Handcrafted — hand-bonded in the studio with meticulous attention to detail, so each piece is unique.
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Plug-in swag — a 180" cord with an inline switch lets you drape and hang it anywhere, with no wiring needed.
Hand-bonded paper — minor glue traces are normal
The Akari A is made through a careful hand-bonding process using mulberry paper and glue. Slight traces of glue along the shade edge are a normal part of this handcrafted process — not a quality issue. Each lamp carries the unique marks of the hand that made it.
Two listings — only the cord colour differs
The Akari A comes as two separate listings. The only difference is the power cord colour — black cord or white cord. Every other specification, size, and material is identical. Choose the cord colour that best suits your ceiling and walls: black cord for graphic contrast in modern or industrial spaces, or white cord for a seamless, minimal look in light, airy rooms.
Ten sizes
| Size |
Diameter |
Height |
| S |
∅15.7" (40 cm) |
H14.9" (38 cm) |
| M |
∅19.7" (50 cm) |
H18.9" (48 cm) |
| L |
∅21.7" (55 cm) |
H20.5" (52 cm) |
| XL |
∅23.6" (60 cm) |
H22.8" (58 cm) |
| 2XL |
∅27.6" (70 cm) |
H26.3" (67 cm) |
| 3XL |
∅29.5" (75 cm) |
H27.9" (71 cm) |
| 4XL |
∅31.5" (80 cm) |
H29.9" (76 cm) |
| 5XL |
∅35.4" (90 cm) |
H34.6" (88 cm) |
| 6XL |
∅39.4" (100 cm) |
H38.5" (98 cm) |
| 7XL |
∅47.2" (120 cm) |
H46.5" (118 cm) |
Power & control
The Akari A is a swag lamp — it comes with a generous 180-inch (457 cm) plug-in cord and an inline on/off push-button switch. Hang it from the ceiling on a swag hook, drape the cord however you like, and plug it into a standard wall outlet. No electrician required.
Bulb & light source
Uses a standard E26 or E27 base. We recommend a low-wattage warm LED globe (2700K) — the paper shade glows beautifully and the material is protected. Avoid high-wattage bulbs that could build up heat near the paper. Bulbs are not included.
Specifications
| Materials |
Mulberry paper · metal · iron |
| Light source |
E26 / E27 base · LED or Edison (not included) |
| Voltage |
AC 110–240V |
| Cord |
180" (457 cm) plug-in · inline on/off push-button switch |
| Cord colour |
Black or white — sold as separate listings |
| Mounting |
Ceiling swag pendant · swag hook recommended |
| Certification |
North America · EU · AU · Saudi Arabia |
| Finish |
White mulberry paper |
| Handcrafted |
Hand-bonded · minor glue traces on the edge are normal |
Spec sheet and installation guide available on request.
Frequently asked questions
Why are there glue traces on the shade edge?
Slight glue traces along the edge are a normal part of the hand-bonding process used to craft this mulberry paper lantern. They don't indicate a defect or a quality issue.
What's the difference between the two listings?
Only the cord colour — black cord or white cord. Every other specification, size, and material is identical. Choose based on what best suits your ceiling and wall colour.
Is this lamp hardwired or plug-in?
Plug-in. It comes with a 180" (457 cm) cord and an inline on/off push-button switch. Hang it from the ceiling with a swag hook and plug it into a standard wall outlet — no electrician needed.
What bulb does it use?
An E26 (US/CA) or E27 (EU/AU) base. We recommend a low-wattage warm LED globe (2700K) to protect the paper shade. Bulbs are not included.
What sizes are available?
Ten sizes, from ∅15.7" (Dia 40 cm) to ∅47.2" (Dia 120 cm). Height scales proportionally with diameter at each size.