Bringing the calm light and silhouette of the moon inside the home. Handcrafted in Japan’s Gifu region for over 90 years, the Paper Moon Globe Table Lamp from Asano creates a memorable atmosphere as a simply beautiful lantern. The table lamp’s pure globe shape makes this an enduring visual with a range of home styles. Artisans in Japan craft the sphere using a fine wire armature and bamboo ribbing. The ribbing gets the eyes scanning around. Texture-filled washi paper gives the piece its familiar soft character and the light a diffused touch. When turned on, the lamp fills up with a golden hue to create an intimate ambient glow.

Offering a range of lanterns and table lamps rooted in Japanese design traditions, Asano puts a modern spin on classic lighting designs that are beloved by designers and design enthusiasts. Asano designs support energy-efficient LED lamping and are available in modern shapes like half orbs, spheres, and cones. These handmade, paper table lamps stand out thanks to ribbed bamboo and rice-paper shades supported by steel wire bases that lend a classic yet ultramodern look.