Adding a Breathing Light to Your Room, Poster Light Turns Traditional Echizen Washi Paper into Poster Lamps!
Stick it on the wall and the whole room instantly softens!
Summary
- Made with traditional Japanese Echizen washi paper and handcrafted kakishibu dyeing, giving each piece a unique texture.
- Available in two subtle shades: dark brown kakishibu (PL-009) and iron-mordanted kakishibu (PL-010).
- Continuing the lightweight, easy-to-mount poster-style design, it powers via USB to easily set a soft ambient glow.
Remember Poster Light, the lamp we shared on Popbee that sticks directly to your wall like a poster? With its sleek, lightweight silhouette, you simply peel off a corner to fix it beside your bed or sofa, creating an artistic relaxation nook in an instant. Now, Poster Light has given this popular series a striking update, crafting it from traditional Japanese Echizen washi paper.
This new design brings a quiet, rustic warmth. The brand partnered with artisans for handmade Echizen washi paper, incorporating the traditional Kakishibu (persimmon tannin dyeing) technique. Unlike ordinary smooth paper, handmade washi naturally features an uneven texture and subtle creases. Unlit during the day, it hangs like a piece of modern abstract craft art; its calm caramel tones and dark gray texture create beautiful depth on your wall.
The real magic happens the moment you switch it on at night. As light trickles through the washi fibers, the gaps and subtle gradients of the dye gradually emerge under the warm glow. The illumination is uniquely gentle on the eyes, feeling almost like a small beam of breathing light in your room. Because persimmon tannin dyeing uses natural plant dyes, the colors will slowly deepen as they react with the air, developing a natural patina over time.
This washi series comes in two colorways:
washi kakishibu (PL-009)
A warm orange-brown tone that casts a cozy halo like a setting sun when lit, making it a natural fit for wooden interiors or Japanese-style rooms.
washi iron kakishibu (PL-010)
A muted deep charcoal gray achieved through iron mordant dyeing, creating a striking yet tranquil contrast of light and dark when illuminated by the warm orange glow.
Both poster lamps measure 297 × 420 mm (roughly A3 size) and include a 2-meter dedicated USB power cord and mounting pushpins. Priced at JPY 8,800, they are available now on the official website with international shipping. If you want to add a soft, space-saving light to your room, check them out directly on the site.
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