Japanese Pendant Lighting

Inspired by the popular Japanese spinning tops ubiquitous in the 13th century, the SONNEMAN Lighting Koma Edo Pendant brings this tradition into light. The Koma Edo projects a perfect spectrum of warm white light illuminating all that is beneath and around it. The aluminum shade has a satin white interior finish providing a soft reflector for its LED light source. Hangs from an adjustable 10’ colored silk cord. Traditional in soul, the Koma Edo transcends history and revives itself with a new, modern physique.

Inspired by the historic traditions of the Japanese culture, the SONNEMAN Lighting Koma Taisho Pendant rises above its former cultural glory and resurfaces with a modern physique. Designed after the toy spinning tops popular in the 13th century, the Koma Taisho LED Pendant delivers a wide spectrum of white downlight for visual enhancement. Made from aluminum and mounted by a 10’ adjustable silk covered cord.

The Lumi Mochi 30-Light Pendant by Fabbian is a beauty to behold. It features 30 pendants suspended at random heights from a single round steel canopy to make a grand style statement in any space. The shades are shaped to resemble traditional Japanese rice cakes (hence the name of the collection), and deliver energy-efficient diffused ambient lighting with artistic flair.

Looking very much like the wildly popular Japanese rice cakes that directly inform the silhouette of its shades, the Fabbian Lumi-Mochi Linear Multi-Light Pendant suspends eighteen softly rounded shades from its White powder coated rectangular canopy. Lumi-Mochi includes eighteen 118.68 lengths of field-cuttable cables, allowing one to personally customize the layout of the lightly frosted Opal White confections.

A balanced look for the soft contemporary space, the Hubbardton Forge Kirigami 3-Light Adjustable Pendant is inspired by and named after Japanese cut paper (kirigami). The shades fold gently up in a rounded yet sharp design, great for the dining room or bar area.

Named for the Japanese word for cut paper, the Hubbardton Forge Kirigami 4-Light Adjustable Pendant offers a hint of Asian design for the soft contemporary space. Features 4 fabric or veneer shades that each fold into a gentle triangular shape--a distinctive option for the unique space. Sloped ceiling adaptable.

Reminiscent of the restoration era of the Japanese empire, the SONNEMAN Lighting Koma Meiji Pendant pays homage to its historical glory and brings its traditional values to the lighting world. Inspired by the spinning tops enjoyed in the 13th century, this piece projects a spectrum of downlight essential for task lighting purposes. Made from aluminum and suspended by an adjustable silk covered cord.

Elegance mixed with intrigue. The Troy Lighting Wabi Sabi F6773 Pendant flushes light through a textured, unpredictable shade, delivering a glow that’s as chaotic as it is beautiful. Named after the Japanese concept of finding beauty within the imperfect, the pendant wraps an Iron Mesh diffuser around a single bulb, creating an aesthetic that would be minimalistic if it weren’t so vivid. Light sneaks through the pores of the shade, providing a broad ambient glow in the surrounding space. As the soft illumination washes over the Mesh and the Hand-Worked Iron frame, it adds depth to the piece and exaggerates the intricacies of the diffuser. This pendant makes the most of your overhead space, bringing contemporary style and fascinating ambiance to your dining room display.

Taking its name from the Japanese word for sea urchin, the Troy Lighting Uni Pendant impresses with modern oceanic flair. A wild array of hand-worked wrought iron spines creates a dynamic silhouette, obscuring the exposed bulbs for a twinkling effect. The Tide Pool Bronze finish is a warm complement to this hands-off design, creating an inviting look despite its prickly persona.

Art deco lighting made using innovative materials. Brimming with contemporary appeal, the Fold Grenat LED Pendant by Octavio Amado is a ceiling fixture characterized by geometric shapes. The unique three-dimensional structure is built using three polygons with equal sides made from PVC. The fireproof PVC material is translucent and has the appearance of Japanese paper, making it an ideal diffuser that spreads a warm glow in all directions. Leveraging LED technology, this pendant includes a high-output LED module that serves as a reliable light source.

Spoiler alert - the Foscarini Chouchin 2 Mini Pendant is indeed simply a smaller version of the Chouchin 2 Pendant. And as with anything that is miniaturized, the adorability factor is multiplied with the decrease in size. Unlike the Japanese paper lanterns with which they share a name, the Chouchins are composed of blown glass and coated with a glossy lacquer finish. Mini can be displayed by itself, in rows, or in mixed multiple settings with its other family members.

The beauty of Japanese paper art captured in a dynamic luminary composition. The Fold Diamant LED Pendant by Octavio Amado brings sculptured illumination to any space in your home. This origami-inspired structure is built by connecting fireproof PVC modules. The translucent shade is equipped with a single LED light source that produces ambient, soft glow. Hang this fixture as an individual piece or in groups in living rooms, dining spaces, and kitchens to create dynamic focal points.

Sculptural, striking, and sophisticated. The Fold Amethyste LED Pendant by Octavio Amado brings remarkable illumination and style to any space. Inspired by the traditional Japanese art of origami, this fixture showcases a three-dimensional design featuring three polygons with equal sides. The fireproof, translucent PVC shade houses an energy-efficient LED lamp that casts ambient light to illuminate the space. This geometric design is suspended from a slender cord that gives an illusion of a lamp floating in the air. Hang them as a solo fixture or in clusters to get the desired effect.

A luminous display of sculptural intrigue. The Fold Agathe LED Pendant Light by Octavio Amado is built by joining modules made from fireproof PVC together. The resultant structure is a three-dimensional design marked with sharp lines and appealing angles. Suspended from a contrast, slender cord, the translucent shade houses an energy-efficient LED bulb that produces a soft, diffused glow to illuminate the surroundings. Heavily inspired by the Japanese art of origami, this fixture adds an element of visual drama to your room.

A beautiful piece of illuminated origami. The Fold Onyx LED Pendant by Octavio Amado lures you with its articulated design. Inspired by the traditional Japanese art of paper folding, this fixture features an array of translucent, fireproof PVC modules that are folded and connected at sharp angles to create the geometrical structure. An energy-efficient LED bulb within produces diffused glow to dining tables, seating areas, kitchen islands, and entryways. Suspended from a slender cord, this hanging light makes a definitive decorative statement.

The Fabbian Lumi - Mochi Pendant is as soft and sweet looking as the Japanese dessert of the same name. Inspired by the eternal contemporary glowing orb, the Lumi - Mochi has a more organic shape, made out of blown White glass. Designed by Alberto Saggia and Valerio Sommella. Available in four sizes.

Echoing the voluptuous contours and textural consistency of Japanese rice paper lanterns, the Foscarini Rituals 1 Pendant gracefully replicates those time-tested artisanal qualities using hand-blown glass. The striated horizontal ridges are the result of a special grinding process, and a quick dip in an acid bath provduces the opulent plaster-like aesthetic. Available in three distintive but complementary shapes, Rituals would look heavenly in multiple groupings.

Echoing the prominent contours and physical consistency of Japanese rice paper lanterns, the Foscarini Rituals 3 Pendant by Foscarini perfectly mimics the artisanal qualities of hand-blown glass. The striated horizontal ridges are the result of a special grinding process, and a quick dip in an acid bath produces the opulent plaster-like aesthetic.

Echoing the voluptuous contours and textural consistency of Japanese rice paper lanterns, the Foscarini Rituals 1 Pendant gracefully replicates those time-tested artisanal qualities using hand-blown glass. The striated horizontal ridges are the result of a special grinding process, and a quick dip in an acid bath provduces the opulent plaster-like aesthetic. Available in three distintive but complementary shapes, Rituals would look heavenly in multiple groupings.

Pablo Pardo draws inspiration from adored Japanese Architectural design to construct the timeless Pablo Grid Single Pendant. The lightweight design functions to illuminate residential and commercial spaces with warm ambient lighting from LED flat panels. Alone or in a set, Pablo Grid Single Pendant fits seamlessly into any architectural design. Enjoy Pablo’s warm glare free light with minimal spill through evenly spaced louvers in the kitchen, study, or living room.

Taking its name from the Japanese for roll, the Foscarini Maki Pendant appropriately features a shade made out of a rolled sheet of aluminum. This shade displays simplicity and fluidity and creates a dramatic, multi-layered lighting effect, especially when hung in a group.

A faithful study of Eastern culture, the Moooi Juuyo Pendant gracefully combines Japanese iconography with historical reference. The glazed ceramic shade is fashioned after the wigs Geishas wore in the 17th century, with a stylized chignon holding the suspension in place. The minimalistic fixture is meant to mimic the prestige of Geisha culture with a refined and polished exterior while the interior graphics are familiar and celebrated icons of Japanese culture.

Spoiler alert - the Foscarini Chouchin 1 Mini Pendant is indeed simply a smaller version of the Chouchin 1 Pendant. And as with anything that is miniaturized, the adorability factor is multiplied with the decrease in size. Unlike the Japanese paper lanterns with which they share a name, the Chouchins are composed of blown glass and coated with a glossy lacquer finish. Mini can be displayed by itself, in rows, or in mixed multiple settings with its other family members.

The Black Copper Shade Pendant Light by Tom Dixon features a slick, contemporary design. This reflective globe is formed through the process of vacuum metallisation. Under extreme temperature, pure Metal in small amounts is vaporized onto Polycarbonate in a vacuum by applying an electrical charge. The popular black lacquer that embellishes the exterior is also used in traditional Japanese or Bauhaus interior design. Downlight from the pendant light is further enhanced by the Metallised Aluminium internal surface to produce a higher quality illumination.

The Ingo Maurer Knitterling Pendant was designed by Maurer in 1978 to create a unique play of light and shadow with a simple flared shade. This is made possible by the material from which the shade is made: crinkled white Japanese paper. Appearing soft and subtle when the light is turned off, the crinkled paper's true depth of texture is only fully revealed when illuminated.

Directly inspired by the form of Japanese paper lanterns, Foscarini Chouchin 1 Reverse Pendant translates the familiar warmth and comforting illumination in to a modern glass form. Referring to the style of the original Chouchin by Ionna Vautrin, the colors are simply reversed, replacing the majority of the shade with a soft white finish and placing the color at the base. The ring at the bottom emits the same down light, but is now tinted with a vibrant orange that nicely contrasts with the perimeter of diffused light above.

Directly inspired by the form of Japanese paper lanterns, Foscarini Chouchin 3 Reverse Pendant translates the familiar warmth and comforting illumination in to a modern glass form. Referring to the style of the original Chouchin by Ionna Vautrin, the colors are simply reversed, replacing the majority of the stout shade with a soft white finish while placing the color at the base. The ring at the bottom emits the same down light, but is now tinted with a dark grey that nicely contrasts with the perimeter of diffused light above.

Directly inspired by the form of Japanese paper lanterns, Foscarini Chouchin 2 Reverse Pendant translates the familiar warmth and comforting illumination in to a modern glass form. Referring to the style of the original Chouchin by Ionna Vautrin, the colors are simply reversed, replacing the majority of the tall shade with a soft white finish while placing the color at the base. The ring at the bottom emits the same down light, but is now tinted with a dark green that nicely contrasts with the perimeter of diffused light above.

The practice of hanami refers to the Japanese tradition of viewing and celebrating the legendary blossoming of the cherry trees. The Hanami Pendant by Slamp is an ethereal vision of brilliance with handmade flowers that diffuse light with diamond luster. The warm white LED lights are housed betwixt the flower petals, creating a contemporary look that is sure to impress.

Japanese grace meets Scandinavian simplicity. Designed by Shoichi Uchiyama, the Louis Poulsen Enigma Pendant features a series of floating shades that continue to diminish in scale while descending in height. The design of the shade structure - matte upper surface diffuses light while glossy lower surface reflects it - promotes illumination downward and outward, and is very much attuned to the Poulsen reflective shade aesthetic.

A harmonious balance of exotic beauty and tranquil luminosity. The Rock Garden LED Pendant by Pallucco brings a heightened sense of contentment to the modern home. Drawing inspiration from Japanese rock gardens, designer Kazuhiro Yamanaka makes creative use of pyramid shapes, which can be positioned to your preference along the rectangular frame. As a luminous glow emits, this striking pendant fills your space with a soothing illumination that perfectly complements its alluring character.

The Hubbardton Forge Bento LED Pendant offers a neat and tidy look with tailored details. Six Spun Frost shades are held in a hexagonal shape with wrought iron bands, giving the fixture a petal-like impression when viewed from below. Each shade is slightly concave, with perfect edges like the traditional Japanese bento box the pendant is named for.

The Sumo L Pendant by Lumen Center Italia was inspired by the bodies of Japanese wrestlers. Each pendant comes in a Micropunched Polycarbonate material, while the ceiling rose is in a Matte White finish. The fixture offers a diffused, ambient glow in any dining room, living room, or foyer.

The smallest member of the Chouchin family. The Foscarini Chouchin 3 Pendant was designed by Ionna Vautrin as a modern take on a traditional Japanese paper lantern. It features a rounded drum of blown glass finished in a Grey lacquer. It is sophisticated on its own or when installed with the other Chouchin pendants.

The Foscarini Chouchin 2 Pendant is the elongated member of the Chouchin family, designed by Ionna Vautrin. Made out of Green-lacquered blown glass, Chouchin 2 is a glossy, contemporary interpretation of a Japanese paper lantern, with a luminous White collar that projects a bright beam of direct downlight.

In Japanese, maru means circle, often intending to convey a state of completeness, or perfection. Indeed, the Ingo Maurer Maru Pendant was designed by Maurer to bring such a sense of completion to a contemporary design scheme. The flared crinkled White paper shade adds a clean, textural element and sheds an ethereal glow. Its height is adjustable via the central red ring, which acts as both handle and counterweight.

The Foscarini Chouchin 1 Pendant is a contemporary interpretation of the traditional Japanese lantern of the same name. It features a large rounded drum of blown glass coated in Orange lacquer. Warm and dramatic on its own, Chouchin 1 also combines beautifully with the other pieces in the Chouchin family. Designed by Ionna Vautrin.

Inspired by Japanese wrestler bodies, the Sumo X Pendant by Lumen Center Italia is a shining star in any space. Each lamp comes in a Micropunched Polycarbonate material, while the metal frame comes powder coated in a Matte White finish. This fixture creates an ambient, indirect glow that is well suited for modern living rooms, bedrooms, and dining rooms.

The Delta I LED Pendant by Rich Brilliant Willing is created with traditional box pleating techniques using fabric. The classic shape references many known forms such as Japanese lanterns or turbines and propulsion systems, depending on who you ask. The Black color features a contrasting gold foil lining while the White color has a translucent liner. Due to its medium size, this fixture is ideal for smaller spaces or use a few in a cluster as an alternative to one large ceiling-hung piece.

A unique mix of Japanese influence and the design inspiration of C.R. Machintosh, the Arroyo Craftsman Glasgow Multi-Light Pendant shines in its dual-hued handmade glass and organic finish options. A striking accent over the kitchen island or dining room table, this multi-light pendant garners appreciation whether turned on or off.