KOTORI HG Rakusui Paper Pendant SS (φ220mm x H280mm)

This pendant lamp creates an impressive contrast between the beautifully symmetrical bamboo ribs and the soft light that shines through the rakusui paper. You can enjoy the timeless beauty of Kyoto umbrellas and their intricate opening and closing mechanism.

 

*Please note that when the light is turned on, the lower part of the lamp may appear darker due to the effect of the light.
The actual product is finished in a single color and is not a two-tone design.

 

Bring the beauty of utility born from the craftsmanship of Kyoto umbrellas to a high-quality lifestyle

"KOTORI" is a pendant lamp that uses Kyoto umbrella technology. It features the delicateness of the bamboo that spreads out in a radial pattern and the soft light that shines through the washi paper. The modern "beauty of utility" created by natural materials and Japanese sensibilities fits in well with tasteful Japanese rooms as well as designed modern spaces, exuding a timeless beauty.

Naturally created waterfalls

The "Rakusui Paper" series uses special washi paper made using the "Rakusui technique," in which water droplets are dropped onto the paper while it is still damp during the papermaking process to create pits and patterns. This technique creates delicate and beautiful patterns with a translucent feel, and when light passes through it, a unique shadow and warmth is created. The patterns created by the movement and spread of the water droplets are unique, and no two pieces are the same; they are a result of chance and the skill of the craftsman. The unique beauty that can only be achieved through handcrafting is what makes it so appealing.

A small flagship model that can be installed anywhere

The flagship model of "KOTORI", the HG (High Grade) series, is made from carefully selected Kyoto-grown madake bamboo and the finest handmade washi paper. As with Japanese umbrellas, a single bamboo stalk is evenly split and processed to create a total of 22 ribs (44 in total), which are then tied together by craftsmen with cotton thread and finished with washi paper. This product is the smallest size among the HG series (diameter 220mm x height 280mm), and can be placed anywhere to illuminate a small room or as a spotlight. It has a strong presence even when used alone, but placing multiple units in an atrium or commercial hall will create an artistic accent.

The brightness of one 40W bulb comfortably illuminates a 4.5 tatami room

This product has a gentle light from a single 40W bulb, and one bulb can comfortably illuminate a room of about 4.5 tatami mats. The illuminance is slightly more subdued than that of regular lighting, which is in keeping with the Japanese spirit of "praise of shadows." In larger rooms, installing multiple bulbs or combining them with partial lighting will give the room a more striking impression.

It can be opened and closed like a Japanese umbrella, so you can have fun changing the shade.

"KOTORI" is handmade one by one by Japanese umbrella craftsmen, and one of its features is that it can be opened and closed like a Japanese umbrella. It can be removed from the light and folded up for compact storage, so you can have fun changing the shade to suit the season or your mood.

 

 

Japanese design that has won awards both at home and abroad

"KOTORI" was launched in 2006 with the hope that people would not be confined to the traditional world of the ancient capital, but would spread their wings and fly out into the world like little birds. When you open a Japanese umbrella, the contrast between the washi paper and bamboo that catches your eye, and the beauty of the soft light that shines down from it. To allow more people to enjoy this, Hiyoshiya came up with the idea of "lighting." A team of craftsmen, brand producers, lighting designers, coordinators, and others came together to complete "KOTORI", overcoming many obstacles. The umbrella has won numerous awards, including the Good Design Award - Small and Medium Enterprise Agency Commissioner's Special Award, and is now loved in over 15 countries around the world.

 

Awards of the KOTORI series
<Domestic Design Award>
2007 Good Design Award, Small and Medium Enterprise Agency Commissioner's Special Award "KOTORI", Japan Institute of Design Promotion
2007 New Japanese Style 100 Selections "KOTORI" Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry, New Japanese Style Council
2007 Japan Shop System Award Encouragement Award "KOTORI" Shop System Association
2010 Kansai Design Selection "KOTORI" Kansai Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry

<Overseas Design Award>
2008 FORM# AUSGEZEICHNET PRODUKTE (Excellence Award) "KOTORI" BUNDESVERBAND KUNSTHANDWERK (German Crafts Association - the German Crafts Council) / Messe Frankfurt


KOTORI development team
Brand Producer: Akihiko Shimada, CEO of Clip
Lighting Designer: Hiroshi Nagane, Representative of Tokyo Design Party
Coordinator: Sayaka Ono, Tokyo Design Party
Craftsman: Hiyoshiya Nishibori Kotaro
Patent registration number: Patent 4392012
Design registration number: Design registration 1316138
Trademark registration number: No. 50522375

 

You can watch a video about the development story of KOTORI.

size
Shade size: φ220×H280mm
Lighting cord:1270 mm
Lamp: Light bulb: E27, 60W, 220-240V 
*Light bulb is not included.
*The socket is designed exclusively for CE countries. Japanese standard sockets are also available upon request.

 

 

material
Lighting fixture body: Steel, etc.
Shade: Japanese paper, bamboo, wood
Package:Paper box

 

accessories
Instruction manual 

 

Quality Display
Made in Kyoto

 

Applications
For home use (Japanese-style rooms, dining rooms, living rooms, bedrooms, etc.)
For commercial use (restaurants, hotel rooms, etc.)
*We can also produce original designs, such as logos, custom color finishes, non-woven fabrics, and fabric upholstery. Please contact us for details. ( Commercial installation examples )

 

Regarding product delivery
As each item is handmade, it will take approximately 3 weeks for delivery.

 

 

 

Instruction manual sample
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