Marugata Tsuridoro, Japanese Antique Metal Lantern

In Japan, people see a metal lantern as a sacred source of light. They are often used in Buddhist temples or Shinto shrines. But also at home, in the garden or even indoors, an authentic metal lantern creates a lot of atmosphere. The lighting in the lantern can be controlled in several ways, such as using a candle. It is customary to hang the lantern. The name in Japanese is therefore Tsuridōrō (釣り灯籠), which means hanging lantern. Of course, the lantern is also more than suitable for being placed on a stand. A Tsuridōrō is therefore a unique multifunctional ornament with various variation possibilities.

This specific Tsuridōrō has a particularly authentic round shape. The engravings on and around the gridwork are of a very high standard and radiate genuine Japanese craftsmanship. With its round shape, this lantern falls under the Marugata (丸型) classification, which in Japanese means “circular”.