{"id":7403,"date":"2026-06-05T13:00:59","date_gmt":"2026-06-05T04:00:59","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/en.kogei-japonica.com\/media\/?p=7403"},"modified":"2026-06-05T10:01:07","modified_gmt":"2026-06-05T01:01:07","slug":"tokimeki_satsumakiriko","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/en.kogei-japonica.com\/media\/crafts\/tokimeki_satsumakiriko\/","title":{"rendered":"Satsuma Kiriko Table Lamp | Japanese Cut Glass Lighting"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>This article looks at the Satsuma Kiriko table lamp \u2014 conceived and produced by TOKIMEKI Inc. \u2014 through the editorial lens of Kogei Japonica. What kind of craft is Satsuma Kiriko? Why does cut glass work as a light source? How do the three colorways differ, and how should you choose between them? We cover indoor and outdoor use, and what to verify before purchasing.<\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_73 ez-toc-wrap-center counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-white ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/en.kogei-japonica.com\/media\/crafts\/tokimeki_satsumakiriko\/#What_Is_the_Satsuma_Kiriko_Table_Lamp\" title=\"What Is the Satsuma Kiriko Table Lamp?\">What Is the Satsuma Kiriko Table Lamp?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/en.kogei-japonica.com\/media\/crafts\/tokimeki_satsumakiriko\/#What_Is_Satsuma_Kiriko_A_Cut-Glass_Craft_Born_in_the_Edo_Period_and_Revived_a_Century_Later\" title=\"What Is Satsuma Kiriko? A Cut-Glass Craft Born in the Edo Period and Revived a Century Later\">What Is Satsuma Kiriko? A Cut-Glass Craft Born in the Edo Period and Revived a Century Later<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/en.kogei-japonica.com\/media\/crafts\/tokimeki_satsumakiriko\/#Late_Edo_Period_Beginnings_in_a_Domain-Operated_Glass_Workshop\" title=\"Late Edo Period: Beginnings in a Domain-Operated Glass Workshop\">Late Edo Period: Beginnings in a Domain-Operated Glass Workshop<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/en.kogei-japonica.com\/media\/crafts\/tokimeki_satsumakiriko\/#Shimadzu_Satsuma_Kiriko_and_Satsuma_Kiriko_Understanding_the_Distinction\" title=\"Shimadzu Satsuma Kiriko and Satsuma Kiriko: Understanding the Distinction\">Shimadzu Satsuma Kiriko and Satsuma Kiriko: Understanding the Distinction<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/en.kogei-japonica.com\/media\/crafts\/tokimeki_satsumakiriko\/#What_Is_Bokashi_The_Gradation_Technique_at_the_Heart_of_Satsuma_Kiriko\" title=\"What Is Bokashi? The Gradation Technique at the Heart of Satsuma Kiriko\">What Is Bokashi? The Gradation Technique at the Heart of Satsuma Kiriko<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/en.kogei-japonica.com\/media\/crafts\/tokimeki_satsumakiriko\/#Glossary\" title=\"Glossary\">Glossary<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/en.kogei-japonica.com\/media\/crafts\/tokimeki_satsumakiriko\/#Why_Does_Satsuma_Kiriko_Work_So_Well_as_a_Light_Source\" title=\"Why Does Satsuma Kiriko Work So Well as a Light Source?\">Why Does Satsuma Kiriko Work So Well as a Light Source?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/en.kogei-japonica.com\/media\/crafts\/tokimeki_satsumakiriko\/#From_a_Craft_That_Receives_Light_to_One_That_Radiates_It\" title=\"From a Craft That Receives Light to One That Radiates It\">From a Craft That Receives Light to One That Radiates It<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/en.kogei-japonica.com\/media\/crafts\/tokimeki_satsumakiriko\/#Technique_First_Not_Decoration\" title=\"Technique First, Not Decoration\">Technique First, Not Decoration<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/en.kogei-japonica.com\/media\/crafts\/tokimeki_satsumakiriko\/#Three_Defining_Features_of_the_Satsuma_Kiriko_Table_Lamp\" title=\"Three Defining Features of the Satsuma Kiriko Table Lamp\">Three Defining Features of the Satsuma Kiriko Table Lamp<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/en.kogei-japonica.com\/media\/crafts\/tokimeki_satsumakiriko\/#1_Light_and_Shadow_Through_the_Cut_Patterns\" title=\"1. Light and Shadow Through the Cut Patterns\">1. Light and Shadow Through the Cut Patterns<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/en.kogei-japonica.com\/media\/crafts\/tokimeki_satsumakiriko\/#2_A_Design_That_Moves_Between_Table_Lamp_and_Lantern_Globe\" title=\"2. A Design That Moves Between Table Lamp and Lantern Globe\">2. A Design That Moves Between Table Lamp and Lantern Globe<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/en.kogei-japonica.com\/media\/crafts\/tokimeki_satsumakiriko\/#3_A_Metal_Body_Made_in_Tsubame-Sanjo\" title=\"3. A Metal Body Made in Tsubame-Sanj\u014d\">3. A Metal Body Made in Tsubame-Sanj\u014d<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/en.kogei-japonica.com\/media\/crafts\/tokimeki_satsumakiriko\/#Comparing_the_Three_Colorways_Shimadzu_Purple_Satsuma_Yellow_and_Midori\" title=\"Comparing the Three Colorways: Shimadzu Purple, Satsuma Yellow, and Midori\">Comparing the Three Colorways: Shimadzu Purple, Satsuma Yellow, and Midori<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/en.kogei-japonica.com\/media\/crafts\/tokimeki_satsumakiriko\/#What_to_Consider_When_Choosing_a_Color\" title=\"What to Consider When Choosing a Color\">What to Consider When Choosing a Color<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/en.kogei-japonica.com\/media\/crafts\/tokimeki_satsumakiriko\/#From_Indoors_to_Outdoors_What_to_Check_Before_Using_the_Shade_as_a_Lantern_Globe\" title=\"From Indoors to Outdoors: What to Check Before Using the Shade as a Lantern Globe\">From Indoors to Outdoors: What to Check Before Using the Shade as a Lantern Globe<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/en.kogei-japonica.com\/media\/crafts\/tokimeki_satsumakiriko\/#What_to_Confirm_Before_Purchasing\" title=\"What to Confirm Before Purchasing\">What to Confirm Before Purchasing<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/en.kogei-japonica.com\/media\/crafts\/tokimeki_satsumakiriko\/#Kagoshima_and_Tsubame-Sanjo_How_Two_Distinct_Material_Cultures_Meet\" title=\"Kagoshima and Tsubame-Sanj\u014d: How Two Distinct Material Cultures Meet\">Kagoshima and Tsubame-Sanj\u014d: How Two Distinct Material Cultures Meet<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/en.kogei-japonica.com\/media\/crafts\/tokimeki_satsumakiriko\/#Satsuma_Kiriko_Forming_the_Character_of_the_Light\" title=\"Satsuma Kiriko: Forming the Character of the Light\">Satsuma Kiriko: Forming the Character of the Light<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/en.kogei-japonica.com\/media\/crafts\/tokimeki_satsumakiriko\/#Tsubame-Sanjo_Metalwork_Forming_the_Structure_for_Everyday_Use\" title=\"Tsubame-Sanj\u014d Metalwork: Forming the Structure for Everyday Use\">Tsubame-Sanj\u014d Metalwork: Forming the Structure for Everyday Use<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/en.kogei-japonica.com\/media\/crafts\/tokimeki_satsumakiriko\/#In_Cross-Material_Collaborations_What_Matters_Is_Whether_the_Roles_Can_Be_Explained\" title=\"In Cross-Material Collaborations, What Matters Is Whether the Roles Can Be Explained\">In Cross-Material Collaborations, What Matters Is Whether the Roles Can Be Explained<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/en.kogei-japonica.com\/media\/crafts\/tokimeki_satsumakiriko\/#Craft_and_Luxury_Communicating_Value_Building_a_Future_for_the_Market\" title=\"Craft and Luxury: Communicating Value, Building a Future for the Market\">Craft and Luxury: Communicating Value, Building a Future for the Market<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/en.kogei-japonica.com\/media\/crafts\/tokimeki_satsumakiriko\/#Product_Overview_Pre-Sale_on_Makuake\" title=\"Product Overview: Pre-Sale on Makuake\">Product Overview: Pre-Sale on Makuake<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/en.kogei-japonica.com\/media\/crafts\/tokimeki_satsumakiriko\/#Frequently_Asked_Questions_Satsuma_Kiriko_Table_Lamp\" title=\"Frequently Asked Questions: Satsuma Kiriko Table Lamp\">Frequently Asked Questions: Satsuma Kiriko Table Lamp<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-25\" href=\"https:\/\/en.kogei-japonica.com\/media\/crafts\/tokimeki_satsumakiriko\/#Living_with_Satsuma_Kiriko_Light_as_Part_of_Daily_Life\" title=\"Living with Satsuma Kiriko: Light as Part of Daily Life\">Living with Satsuma Kiriko: Light as Part of Daily Life<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Is_the_Satsuma_Kiriko_Table_Lamp\"><\/span>What Is the Satsuma Kiriko Table Lamp?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><iframe width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/dkqmEkHNsRI?si=40DCpv-ponrMRZkU\" title=\"YouTube video player\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/p>\n<div class=\"box3\">\n<p>This table lamp pairs a Shimadzu Satsuma Kiriko glass shade with a precision-machined metal body made in the Tsubame-Sanj\u014d region of Niigata Prefecture. When lit from within, the cut patterns and color gradations spread across the surrounding desk, walls, and floor. Available in three colorways \u2014 Shimadzu Purple, Satsuma Yellow, and Midori \u2014 it is scheduled to launch on Makuake on <strong>Friday, June 5, 2026, at 1:00 p.m. JST<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p>The project is conceived and produced by TOKIMEKI Inc.; the glass shade is made by Shimadzu Satsuma Kiriko in Kagoshima. Indoors, the lamp functions as a table lamp; outdoors, the shade detaches and fits as a lantern globe onto compatible models.<\/p>\n<p>A lantern globe is the glass component that covers a lantern&#8217;s flame or light source. If you plan to use the shade outdoors, check the official product page for compatible models, permitted light sources, heat tolerance specifications, and safety guidelines.<br \/>\n(Source: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.makuake.com\/project\/tokimeki_satsumakiriko1\/\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\" target=\"_blank\">Shimadzu Satsuma Kiriko \u00d7 Tsubame-Sanj\u014d Table Lamp (Revival 40th Anniversary) | Makuake<\/a>)<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Is_Satsuma_Kiriko_A_Cut-Glass_Craft_Born_in_the_Edo_Period_and_Revived_a_Century_Later\"><\/span>What Is Satsuma Kiriko? A Cut-Glass Craft Born in the Edo Period and Revived a Century Later<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>In brief, Satsuma Kiriko is <strong>a Japanese cut-glass tradition that originated in the Satsuma region in the late Edo period, fell out of production within roughly thirty years, and was revived after a gap of approximately one century<\/strong>. That history of interruption and revival is essential context for understanding the craft.<\/p>\n<p>For further background, see also our introductory feature on Satsuma Kiriko.<\/p>\n<div class=\"linkcard\"><div class=\"lkc-internal-wrap\"><a class=\"lkc-link no_icon\" href=\"https:\/\/en.kogei-japonica.com\/media\/crafts\/satsuma-kiriko\/\"><div class=\"lkc-card\"><div class=\"lkc-info\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"lkc-favicon\" src=\"https:\/\/en.kogei-japonica.com\/media\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/cropped-logo_ver1-32x32.webp\" alt=\"\" width=\"16\" height=\"16\" \/><div class=\"lkc-domain\">en.kogei-japonica.com\/media<\/div><\/div><div class=\"lkc-content\"><figure class=\"lkc-thumbnail\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"lkc-thumbnail-img\" src=\"\/\/en.kogei-japonica.com\/media\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/satsuma-kiriko1-1-150x150.webp\" width=\"100px\" height=\"108px\" alt=\"\" \/><\/figure><div class=\"lkc-title\">What is Satsuma Kiriko? A Comprehensive Guide to Its History, Features, and M...<\/div><div class=\"lkc-url\" title=\"https:\/\/en.kogei-japonica.com\/media\/crafts\/satsuma-kiriko\/\">https:\/\/en.kogei-japonica.com\/media\/crafts\/satsuma-kiriko\/<\/div><div class=\"lkc-excerpt\">Satsuma Kiriko is one of Japan&#039;s most distinguished glass crafts, originating in the late Edo period. Known for its delicate cuts and vibrant colors, it captivates viewers with its stunning beauty. Although production once ceased, it has been revived in modern times and is gaining renewed attention.This article provides a detailed explanation of Satsuma Kiriko&#039;s history, unique characteristics, and how to appreciate it in contemporary times.The Basics and Appeal of Satsuma KirikoSat...<\/div><\/div><div class=\"clear\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div><\/a><\/div><\/div>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Late_Edo_Period_Beginnings_in_a_Domain-Operated_Glass_Workshop\"><\/span>Late Edo Period: Beginnings in a Domain-Operated Glass Workshop<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Satsuma Kiriko was born in the late Edo period through a glass production initiative run by the Satsuma domain \u2014 the region that is now Kagoshima Prefecture. The craft reached its peak under domain lord Shimadzu Nariakira, who oversaw the development of both colored glass and cutting techniques.<\/p>\n<p>After Nariakira&#8217;s death, however, production ceased within roughly thirty years of the craft&#8217;s emergence. It was eventually revived \u2014 following a gap of roughly a century \u2014 through an effort closely associated with the Shimadzu family, centered in the Iso district of Kagoshima City, where it continues to be made today. Shimadzu Satsuma Kiriko reached the fortieth anniversary of its revival in 2025. A range of commemorative pieces and reintroduced colorways were released to mark the occasion.<br \/>\n(Source: <a href=\"https:\/\/satsumakiriko.co.jp\/pages\/about\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\" target=\"_blank\">About Shimadzu Satsuma Kiriko | Shimadzu Satsuma Kiriko<\/a>)<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Shimadzu_Satsuma_Kiriko_and_Satsuma_Kiriko_Understanding_the_Distinction\"><\/span>Shimadzu Satsuma Kiriko and Satsuma Kiriko: Understanding the Distinction<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>&#8220;Satsuma Kiriko&#8221; is a broad term for the regional cut-glass tradition and its techniques. Within that tradition, <strong>Shimadzu Satsuma Kiriko is the registered trademark of the cut glass produced by Shimadzu Kogyo Co., Ltd.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Shimadzu Satsuma Kiriko was also <strong>designated as a traditional craft by Kagoshima Prefecture on March 31, 1989<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p>The glass shade used for this table lamp is produced under the Shimadzu Satsuma Kiriko brand. When choosing a piece, knowing which maker&#8217;s work you&#8217;re considering gives the craft&#8217;s background considerably more definition.<br \/>\n(Source: <a href=\"https:\/\/satsumakiriko.co.jp\/pages\/about\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\" target=\"_blank\">About Shimadzu Satsuma Kiriko | Shimadzu Satsuma Kiriko<\/a>)<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Is_Bokashi_The_Gradation_Technique_at_the_Heart_of_Satsuma_Kiriko\"><\/span>What Is Bokashi? The Gradation Technique at the Heart of Satsuma Kiriko<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>No account of Satsuma Kiriko is complete without the technique known as bokashi.<\/p>\n<div class=\"box3\">\n<p><strong>Bokashi is the soft color gradation produced when an artisan cuts into the thick layer of colored glass fused over a clear glass body \u2014 a technique distinctive to Satsuma Kiriko.<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p>Contemporary Edo Kiriko \u2014 Tokyo&#8217;s cut-glass tradition \u2014 encompasses both clear-glass pieces and designs using comparatively thin cased glass, where &#8220;cased glass&#8221; refers to a glass body formed by fusing a layer of colored glass over a clear base. The contrast between the colored and transparent areas in Edo Kiriko tends to be sharp and defined. In Satsuma Kiriko, by contrast, cutting through thick cased glass at varying depths and angles produces a gradual, smooth tonal shift \u2014 the source of the craft&#8217;s characteristic warmth.<\/p>\n<p>The depth and angle of each cut shape that tonal transition. This is what gives Satsuma Kiriko its precise yet soft character \u2014 and, as discussed below, the property that becomes most significant when light passes through the glass from within.<br \/>\n(Source: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.gov-online.go.jp\/eng\/publicity\/book\/hlj\/html\/202211\/202211_05_jp.html\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\" target=\"_blank\">The Revival of Satsuma Kiriko | Highlighting Japan (Government of Japan)<\/a>)<\/p>\n<div class=\"linkcard\"><div class=\"lkc-internal-wrap\"><a class=\"lkc-link no_icon\" href=\"https:\/\/en.kogei-japonica.com\/media\/crafts\/edo-satsuma-kiriko\/\"><div class=\"lkc-card\"><div class=\"lkc-info\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"lkc-favicon\" src=\"https:\/\/en.kogei-japonica.com\/media\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/cropped-logo_ver1-32x32.webp\" alt=\"\" width=\"16\" height=\"16\" \/><div class=\"lkc-domain\">en.kogei-japonica.com\/media<\/div><\/div><div class=\"lkc-content\"><figure class=\"lkc-thumbnail\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"lkc-thumbnail-img\" src=\"\/\/en.kogei-japonica.com\/media\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/kiriko5-1-150x150.webp\" width=\"100px\" height=\"108px\" alt=\"\" \/><\/figure><div class=\"lkc-title\">What&#039;s the Difference Between Edo Kiriko and Satsuma Kiriko? A Detailed ...<\/div><div class=\"lkc-url\" title=\"https:\/\/en.kogei-japonica.com\/media\/crafts\/edo-satsuma-kiriko\/\">https:\/\/en.kogei-japonica.com\/media\/crafts\/edo-satsuma-kiriko\/<\/div><div class=\"lkc-excerpt\">Edo Kiriko and Satsuma Kiriko are renowned Japanese glass crafts, but many people might not know exactly how they differ. In this article, we&#039;ll delve into the history and characteristics of these two iconic Japanese glass art forms: &quot;Edo Kiriko&quot; and &quot;Satsuma Kiriko.&quot;By reading this article, you&#039;ll gain a deep understanding of the historical background and technical differences between Edo Kiriko and Satsuma Kiriko, appreciating the unique charm of each. If you&amp;#...<\/div><\/div><div class=\"clear\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div><\/a><\/div><\/div>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Glossary\"><\/span>Glossary<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"scroll_table\">\n<table>\n<thead>\n<tr>\n<th>Term<\/th>\n<th>Definition<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td>Cased glass (iro-kise)<\/td>\n<td>A glass body formed by fusing a layer of colored glass over a clear glass base<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Bokashi<\/td>\n<td>The soft color gradation produced by cutting through thick cased glass \u2014 a technique distinctive to Satsuma Kiriko<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Kiriko-shi (cut-glass artisan)<\/td>\n<td>A craftsperson who hand-cuts decorative patterns into the glass surface<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Lantern globe (rantan-hoya)<\/td>\n<td>The glass component that encloses a lantern&#8217;s flame or light source<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Machined from solid stock (kezuridashi)<\/td>\n<td>A metalworking process in which form is cut directly from a solid block of material<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_Does_Satsuma_Kiriko_Work_So_Well_as_a_Light_Source\"><\/span>Why Does Satsuma Kiriko Work So Well as a Light Source?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<figure id=\"attachment_10763\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-10763\" style=\"width: 2048px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/kogei-japonica.com\/media\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/tokimeki_satsumakiriko1.webp\" alt=\"Satsuma Yellow colorway, lit. Light spreads across the surrounding surfaces.\" width=\"2048\" height=\"1365\" class=\"size-full wp-image-10763\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-10763\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"><a href=\"https:\/\/tokimeki.inc\/\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\" target=\"_blank\">TOKIMEKI Inc.<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><strong>Satsuma Kiriko works especially well as a light source because its thick cased glass, deep cuts, and bokashi gradation reveal a different character when illuminated from within.<\/strong><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"From_a_Craft_That_Receives_Light_to_One_That_Radiates_It\"><\/span>From a Craft That Receives Light to One That Radiates It<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>When you look at a Satsuma Kiriko cup or vessel under ordinary conditions, its brilliance comes from the way it receives and bends incoming light. In this table lamp, light passes through the glass from the inside out.<\/p>\n<p>That reversal draws out a different quality in the material. When lit from within, the ridges of the cut facets cast shadows, and the bokashi gradation becomes a gradation in the light itself \u2014 projecting intricate patterns across the desk, walls, and floor around it.<\/p>\n<p>The experience shifts from appreciating the object to inhabiting a space shaped by it. <strong>That shift is what this editorial team found most compelling about this product.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>&#8220;From a craft that receives light to one that radiates it and shapes the space around it&#8221; \u2014 Satsuma Kiriko is being approached from a different angle.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Technique_First_Not_Decoration\"><\/span>Technique First, Not Decoration<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>What the lamp does not do is simply cast Satsuma Kiriko in a decorative role. The specific properties of cased glass, deep cutting, and bokashi are directly engaged by the function of transmitting light from the inside out.<\/p>\n<p>The standard Kogei Japonica question when examining cross-material or cross-industry collaborations is: <strong>&#8220;Is there a reason this specific craft has to be used \u2014 or could something else be substituted?&#8221;<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Satsuma Kiriko&#8217;s thick cased glass and bokashi gradation generate a quality of shadow and tonal shift native to this technique. The result feels purposeful rather than decorative.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Three_Defining_Features_of_the_Satsuma_Kiriko_Table_Lamp\"><\/span>Three Defining Features of the Satsuma Kiriko Table Lamp<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The product&#8217;s character can be organized around three points: (1) light and shadow cast through cut patterns; (2) a design that moves between indoor and outdoor use; and (3) a metal body made in Tsubame-Sanj\u014d.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Light_and_Shadow_Through_the_Cut_Patterns\"><\/span>1. Light and Shadow Through the Cut Patterns<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Each Satsuma Kiriko glass shade is cut by hand by a kiriko-shi \u2014 a cut-glass artisan.<\/p>\n<p>When lit, the cut patterns spread light across the surrounding surfaces. Unlit, the piece stands on its own as a craft object. The same colorway will read differently depending on where it is placed and how much ambient light surrounds it \u2014 the experience changes between the moment before lighting and the moment after.<\/p>\n<p>The variation that comes from hand work is, for those who value craft objects, part of what makes the piece worth living with.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_A_Design_That_Moves_Between_Table_Lamp_and_Lantern_Globe\"><\/span>2. A Design That Moves Between Table Lamp and Lantern Globe<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<figure id=\"attachment_10764\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-10764\" style=\"width: 2048px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/kogei-japonica.com\/media\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/tokimeki_satsumakiriko3.webp\" alt=\"The table lamp alongside a compatible lantern\" width=\"2048\" height=\"1365\" class=\"size-full wp-image-10764\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-10764\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"><a href=\"https:\/\/tokimeki.inc\/\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\" target=\"_blank\">TOKIMEKI Inc.<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>The glass shade detaches. Indoors, it serves as a table lamp for a desk, bedroom, or living area. Outdoors, it fits as a lantern globe onto compatible models, as described by the maker.<\/p>\n<p>In TOKIMEKI Inc.&#8217;s product materials, the glass shade is described as having been designed with reference to the globe of Feuerhand&#8217;s Baby Special 276 \u2014 the classic German lantern \u2014 and as fitting compatible models in that size range.<\/p>\n<div style=\"max-width:300px; margin:0 auto 15px;\"><iframe width=\"475\" height=\"845\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/n0_ta-0jiWY\" title=\"Fitting a Feuerhand Lantern to the Sparkling Iron Build \u2014 Presence to Match Bronze and Crushed Ice\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/div>\n<div class=\"box3\">\n<p><strong>Safety note:<\/strong> Glass requires careful handling in relation to heat and impact. Whether this shade can be used with an open-flame lantern, which models are officially compatible, and what light sources and heat tolerances apply \u2014 if you plan to use it outdoors, confirm these points on the Makuake project page and official product documentation before purchasing.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p>Portability and compatibility \u2014 the ability to move between indoor and outdoor settings \u2014 are central to what this product is designed to do.<br \/>\n(Source: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.makuake.com\/project\/tokimeki_satsumakiriko1\/\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\" target=\"_blank\">Shimadzu Satsuma Kiriko \u00d7 Tsubame-Sanj\u014d Table Lamp (Revival 40th Anniversary) | Makuake<\/a>)<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_A_Metal_Body_Made_in_Tsubame-Sanjo\"><\/span>3. A Metal Body Made in Tsubame-Sanj\u014d<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>The metal base and cap are machined in Tsubame-Sanj\u014d, as announced by the maker.<\/p>\n<p>Tsubame-Sanj\u014d is a metalworking cluster in Niigata Prefecture. In Tsubame, a tradition rooted in Edo-period nail making developed into metal tableware and cutlery manufacturing. In Sanj\u014d, the same nail-making origins gave rise to blade and tool production.<br \/>\n(Source: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.city.tsubame.niigata.jp\/monodukuri\/index.html\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\" target=\"_blank\">Tsubame Manufacturing | City of Tsubame<\/a>)<br \/>\n(Source: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.city.sanjo.niigata.jp\/soshiki\/keizaibu\/shokoka\/monodukuri\/sanjokaji\/4557.html\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\" target=\"_blank\">The History of Sanj\u014d Metalworking | City of Sanj\u014d<\/a>)<\/p>\n<div class=\"linkcard\"><div class=\"lkc-internal-wrap\"><a class=\"lkc-link no_icon\" href=\"https:\/\/en.kogei-japonica.com\/media\/skills\/hammer-raising\/\"><div class=\"lkc-card\"><div class=\"lkc-info\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"lkc-favicon\" src=\"https:\/\/en.kogei-japonica.com\/media\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/cropped-logo_ver1-32x32.webp\" alt=\"\" width=\"16\" height=\"16\" \/><div class=\"lkc-domain\">en.kogei-japonica.com\/media<\/div><\/div><div class=\"lkc-content\"><figure class=\"lkc-thumbnail\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"lkc-thumbnail-img\" src=\"\/\/en.kogei-japonica.com\/media\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/hammer-raising_2.webp\" width=\"100px\" height=\"108px\" alt=\"\" \/><\/figure><div class=\"lkc-title\">Japanese Hammer Raising: A Comprehensive Guide to Manufacturing Process, Sele...<\/div><div class=\"lkc-url\" title=\"https:\/\/en.kogei-japonica.com\/media\/skills\/hammer-raising\/\">https:\/\/en.kogei-japonica.com\/media\/skills\/hammer-raising\/<\/div><div class=\"lkc-excerpt\">Japanese hammer raising (tsuiki) is a traditional Japanese metalworking technique where metal is hammered into shape, particularly using copper or tin as materials, with each piece being finished by hand.Its rugged yet refined beauty and the deepening patina that develops with long use have captivated many craft enthusiasts and collectors.This article provides a detailed explanation of the Japanese hammer raising manufacturing process, representative products, points to consider when selectin...<\/div><\/div><div class=\"clear\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div><\/a><\/div><\/div>\n<p>Against the visual warmth of the glass, the metal body is minimal in form \u2014 designed to blend into a workspace alongside monitors and other desk equipment.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Comparing_the_Three_Colorways_Shimadzu_Purple_Satsuma_Yellow_and_Midori\"><\/span>Comparing the Three Colorways: Shimadzu Purple, Satsuma Yellow, and Midori<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<figure id=\"attachment_10765\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-10765\" style=\"width: 2048px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/kogei-japonica.com\/media\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/tokimeki_satsumakiriko4.webp\" alt=\"All three colorways side by side. Where possible, each is shown both unlit and lit.\" width=\"2048\" height=\"1365\" class=\"size-full wp-image-10765\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-10765\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"><a href=\"https:\/\/tokimeki.inc\/\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\" target=\"_blank\">TOKIMEKI Inc.<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Color selection comes down to how each colorway reads lit and unlit, and how it sits in the space where you plan to use it. Each of the three has a distinct character.<\/p>\n<div class=\"scroll_table\">\n<table>\n<thead>\n<tr>\n<th>Colorway<\/th>\n<th>Character<\/th>\n<th>When Lit<\/th>\n<th>Suited To<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td>Midori<\/td>\n<td>A green that reads well with wood furniture and in outdoor settings<\/td>\n<td>A calm, clear light<\/td>\n<td>Outdoor settings; wood-heavy interiors<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Shimadzu Purple<\/td>\n<td>One of Shimadzu Satsuma Kiriko&#8217;s signature colors; a rich, deep violet<\/td>\n<td>A calm, layered glow<\/td>\n<td>Bedroom, study, hotel-inspired interiors<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Satsuma Yellow<\/td>\n<td>A yellow associated with the revival fortieth anniversary colorway<\/td>\n<td>A bright, vivid light<\/td>\n<td>Living room, desk, gift giving<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p><small>*Listed left to right as pictured<\/small>\n<\/div>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_to_Consider_When_Choosing_a_Color\"><\/span>What to Consider When Choosing a Color<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>It helps to think through the following before committing to a color.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Whether you primarily want to enjoy the piece unlit or lit<\/li>\n<li>The intended room: bedroom, desk setup, or living area<\/li>\n<li>The materials around it \u2014 wood, metal, glass, and so on<\/li>\n<li>Whether it will stay indoors or also go outdoors<\/li>\n<li>Whether it is for personal use or as a gift<\/li>\n<li>Whether you want only the glass shade<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Midori reads well with wood and natural materials; Shimadzu Purple suits quiet, contained interiors; Satsuma Yellow fits brighter, more open spaces.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"From_Indoors_to_Outdoors_What_to_Check_Before_Using_the_Shade_as_a_Lantern_Globe\"><\/span>From Indoors to Outdoors: What to Check Before Using the Shade as a Lantern Globe<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>If you plan to use this outdoors, confirm before purchasing that it is compatible with your specific lantern model and that the relevant safety conditions are clearly documented.<\/p>\n<p>The shade is described as crystal glass in TOKIMEKI Inc.&#8217;s product materials. Whether it is suitable for use with an open-flame oil lantern depends on heat tolerance ratings and the model involved.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_to_Confirm_Before_Purchasing\"><\/span>What to Confirm Before Purchasing<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>The official name and model number of compatible lanterns<\/li>\n<li>Globe dimensions, attachment method, and how individual variation is handled<\/li>\n<li>Required clearance from flame or heat source; heat tolerance; permitted light sources<\/li>\n<li>Outdoor handling precautions<\/li>\n<li>Terms for breakage replacement and warranty<\/li>\n<li>Whether a carrying case is included<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>This is handcrafted glass. The right question is not &#8220;it should probably fit&#8221; but <strong>&#8220;is this model explicitly listed as compatible?&#8221;<\/strong><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Kagoshima_and_Tsubame-Sanjo_How_Two_Distinct_Material_Cultures_Meet\"><\/span>Kagoshima and Tsubame-Sanj\u014d: How Two Distinct Material Cultures Meet<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>This product brings together Kagoshima&#8217;s glass tradition and the metalworking culture of Tsubame-Sanj\u014d in Niigata \u2014 two regional craft backgrounds with quite different characters. Separating what each side contributes makes the collaboration&#8217;s logic clearer.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Satsuma_Kiriko_Forming_the_Character_of_the_Light\"><\/span>Satsuma Kiriko: Forming the Character of the Light<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Kagoshima&#8217;s contribution is the quality of the light itself. Cased glass, deep cutting, bokashi, and the variation that comes from handwork \u2014 these are what produce the patterns of light and shadow when the lamp is on.<\/p>\n<p>That contribution carries the accumulated knowledge of forty years of revival \u2014 and before that, the work of reconstructing a craft that had been dormant for roughly a century.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Tsubame-Sanjo_Metalwork_Forming_the_Structure_for_Everyday_Use\"><\/span>Tsubame-Sanj\u014d Metalwork: Forming the Structure for Everyday Use<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Tsubame-Sanj\u014d&#8217;s contribution is the structure that allows the lamp to be used in daily life. The machined base and cap support the glass shade and allow it to be carried; the hardness of the metal provides a visual counterpoint to the glass&#8217;s warmth.<\/p>\n<p>Glass to form the light; metal to make it workable in everyday use. The roles are distinct.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"In_Cross-Material_Collaborations_What_Matters_Is_Whether_the_Roles_Can_Be_Explained\"><\/span>In Cross-Material Collaborations, What Matters Is Whether the Roles Can Be Explained<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"box3\">\n<p><strong>Editor&#8217;s Note<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Simply describing a collaboration as a &#8220;combination&#8221; of regions or materials does not, on its own, communicate value. A lamp like this \u2014 designed for long-term use, appreciated each time it is lit for the quality of shadow cast by the cuts and the physical presence of the glass \u2014 is not a straightforward purchase. It means bringing a material tradition and a body of craft knowledge into everyday life, then allowing that relationship to deepen over time.<\/p>\n<p>Where did this technique originate? Why these materials and this approach? Which artisans worked at which stage, and what did they consider important? And how does this work connect to the future of Japanese craft and its regional cultures? Makers have a responsibility to convey not only the finished object but its origins, intent, and the conditions of its making \u2014 as a coherent account, offered with care to the people who will live with it.<\/p>\n<p>For those on the receiving end, understanding why the piece matters before bringing it into their home is equally important. The relationship with a craft object does not conclude at purchase. Each time you light it, you may notice how the quality shifts; you may find yourself thinking about the work behind the cuts or the place the glass came from. That accumulation is what, over time, shifts an object from something owned to something genuinely lived with.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Craft_and_Luxury_Communicating_Value_Building_a_Future_for_the_Market\"><\/span>Craft and Luxury: Communicating Value, Building a Future for the Market<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>TOKIMEKI Inc. describes its vision as building next-generation luxury brands from Japan with global appeal, working to create conditions in which artisans can concentrate fully on making. The approach draws on operating methods from international luxury houses and applies them to the goal of bringing Japanese traditional techniques into step with contemporary life.<br \/>\n(Source: <a href=\"https:\/\/tokimeki.inc\/\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\" target=\"_blank\">TOKIMEKI Inc. Official Website | TOKIMEKI<\/a>)<\/p>\n<p>This kind of approach is a meaningful option for keeping Japanese craft visible and accessible to a wider range of people, both domestically and internationally.<\/p>\n<p>The appeal of craft objects does not lie solely in the appearance of the finished piece. When a maker communicates the material, the technique, the artisan&#8217;s work, and the intentions embedded in the object, the people who receive it can understand and engage with the value far more fully.<\/p>\n<p>When craft value is communicated clearly and work is chosen by a wider range of people, it sustains the conditions in which artisans and craft makers can continue to work. When work is recognized and leads to new commissions, those outcomes feed back into the next round of making. Building that cycle is part of what it means to carry Japanese craft forward.<\/p>\n<p>This Satsuma Kiriko table lamp is one case study in channeling the properties of Satsuma Kiriko cut glass into a form that can be used in contemporary daily life. Communicating the value embedded in the craft&#8217;s background, and creating new points of contact between the craft and the people who use it \u2014 that accumulation continues to expand what Japanese craft can do.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Product_Overview_Pre-Sale_on_Makuake\"><\/span>Product Overview: Pre-Sale on Makuake<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Sales details will be confirmed on the Makuake project page following launch. The following reflects information available at the time of writing. International shipping availability has not yet been confirmed; please check the project page for the latest details on shipping regions and purchase options.<\/p>\n<div class=\"scroll_table\">\n<table>\n<thead>\n<tr>\n<th>Item<\/th>\n<th>Details<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td>Launch date and time<\/td>\n<td>Friday, June 5, 2026, 1:00 p.m. JST (scheduled)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Platform<\/td>\n<td>Makuake<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Colorways<\/td>\n<td>Shimadzu Purple, Satsuma Yellow, Midori<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Listed price<\/td>\n<td>All colorways listed at \u00a5130,000. Whether this is inclusive or exclusive of consumption tax has not been confirmed; please check the project page.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Early supporter discount<\/td>\n<td>Up to 10% off the listed price, as announced. Pricing, quantity, and conditions are subject to confirmation on the project page.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Glass shade only<\/td>\n<td>Available for separate purchase (planned). Price, applicable colors, and quantity to be confirmed on the project page.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Shipping, international delivery, corporate orders, warranty<\/td>\n<td>For the latest details, see the project page and official product announcements.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n<p>Early notification and exclusive discount codes are also available through TOKIMEKI Inc.&#8217;s official LINE account. If you are considering a purchase, check that alongside the Makuake project page.<\/p>\n<div class=\"linkcard\"><div class=\"lkc-external-wrap\"><a class=\"lkc-link no_icon\" href=\"https:\/\/www.makuake.com\/project\/tokimeki_satsumakiriko1\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"external noopener\"><div class=\"lkc-card\"><div class=\"lkc-info\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"lkc-favicon\" src=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/s2\/favicons?domain=www.makuake.com\" alt=\"\" width=\"16\" height=\"16\" \/><div class=\"lkc-domain\">www.makuake.com<\/div><\/div><div class=\"lkc-content\"><figure class=\"lkc-thumbnail\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"lkc-thumbnail-img\" src=\"\/\/en.kogei-japonica.com\/media\/wp-content\/uploads\/pz-linkcard\/cache\/93c8d44aca73184bf9d47e0c3c07b7601ac4cb61dfa5e1b4587106d66555d5d9.jpeg\" width=\"100px\" height=\"108px\" alt=\"\" \/><\/figure><div class=\"lkc-title\">Makuake\uff5c\u5fa9\u514340\u5468\u5e74\u306e\u300e\u5cf6\u6d25\u85a9\u6469\u5207\u5b50\u300f\u00d7\u300e\u71d5\u4e09\u6761\u300f \u4e8c\u3064\u306e\u8077\u4eba\u6280\u304c\u97ff\u304d\u5408\u3046\u30c6\u30fc\u30d6...<\/div><div class=\"lkc-url\" title=\"https:\/\/www.makuake.com\/project\/tokimeki_satsumakiriko1\/\">https:\/\/www.makuake.com\/project\/tokimeki_satsumakiriko1\/<\/div><div class=\"lkc-excerpt\">\u30d7\u30ed\u30b8\u30a7\u30af\u30c8\u30da\u30fc\u30b8\u306b\u304a\u8d8a\u3057\u3044\u305f\u3060\u304d\u3042\u308a\u304c\u3068\u3046\u3054\u3056\u3044\u307e\u3059\u3002\u79c1\u305f\u3061\u306f\u3001\u30e9\u30f3\u30bf\u30f3\u306e\u30ac\u30e9\u30b9\u30db\u30e4\u30d6\u30e9\u30f3\u30c9\u300e\u9298\u706f MEITOU by TOKIMEKI\u300f\u3092\u904b\u55b6\u3059\u308b\u682a\u5f0f\u4f1a\u793eTOKIMEKI\u3067\u3059\u3002\u6c5f\u6238\u5207\u5b50\u3092\u30db\u30e4\u306b\u843d\u3068\u3057\u8fbc\u3093\u3060\u30ac\u30e9\u30b9\u30db\u30e4\u30922023\u5e74\u306b\u30de\u30af\u30a2\u30b1\u3067\u8ca9\u58f2\u3057\u3001\u30d6\u30e9\u30f3\u30c9\u3092\u30b9\u30bf\u30fc\u30c8\u3055\u305b\u307e\u3057\u305f\u3002\u4eca\u56de\u306f\u3001\u3088\u308a\u591a\u304f\u306e\u65b9\u306b\u65e5\u672c\u306e\u4f1d\u7d71\u6280\u8853\u306e\u7f8e\u3057\u3055\u3092\u4f53\u611f\u3057\u3066\u3044\u305f\u3060\u304f\u305f\u3081\u306b\u30e9\u30f3\u30bf\u30f3\u3078\u306e\u88c5\u7740\u306f\u3082\u3061\u308d\u3093\u306e\u3053\u3068\u3001\u30a4\u30f3\u30c6\u30ea\u30a2\u3068\u3057\u3066\u697d<\/div><\/div><div class=\"clear\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div><\/a><\/div><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Frequently_Asked_Questions_Satsuma_Kiriko_Table_Lamp\"><\/span>Frequently Asked Questions: Satsuma Kiriko Table Lamp<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<dl>\n<dt>Q1. What is the Satsuma Kiriko table lamp?<\/dt>\n<dd>A table lamp that pairs a Shimadzu Satsuma Kiriko glass shade with a precision-machined metal body made in Tsubame-Sanj\u014d. Lit from within, the cut patterns and bokashi gradation cast light and shadow across the surrounding surfaces.<\/dd>\n<dt>Q2. What is bokashi?<\/dt>\n<dd>The soft color gradation produced when an artisan cuts into the thick layer of colored glass fused over a clear glass body \u2014 a technique distinctive to Satsuma Kiriko.<\/dd>\n<dt>Q3. Is Shimadzu Satsuma Kiriko a nationally designated traditional craft?<\/dt>\n<dd>No. <b>Shimadzu Satsuma Kiriko is designated as a traditional craft by Kagoshima Prefecture.<\/b> It is distinct from crafts designated at the national level by the Minister of Economy, Trade and Industry under Japan&#8217;s Act for the Promotion of Traditional Craft Industries.<\/dd>\n<dt>Q4. Can it be used outdoors?<\/dt>\n<dd>The glass shade can be detached and used as a lantern globe on compatible models, as described by the maker. Before purchasing for outdoor use, confirm compatible models, permitted light sources, heat tolerance, and safety specifications on the Makuake project page and official product documentation.<\/dd>\n<dt>Q5. How many colorways are available?<\/dt>\n<dd>Three: Shimadzu Purple, Satsuma Yellow, and Midori. Each has a distinct character when lit; consider the space and furnishings where you plan to use it.<\/dd>\n<dt>Q6. Can the glass shade be purchased separately?<\/dt>\n<dd>A shade-only option is planned. Price, applicable colors, and quantity will be confirmed on the project page after launch.<\/dd>\n<dt>Q7. Where can I purchase it?<\/dt>\n<dd>A pre-sale is planned on Makuake. Launch date, availability, and reward options will be confirmed on the project page.<\/dd>\n<dt>Q8. What is Makuake?<\/dt>\n<dd>Makuake is a Japanese pre-sale and crowdfunding platform for product launches. Availability, shipping regions, payment methods, and international delivery options should be confirmed directly on the project page.<\/dd>\n<\/dl>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Living_with_Satsuma_Kiriko_Light_as_Part_of_Daily_Life\"><\/span>Living with Satsuma Kiriko: Light as Part of Daily Life<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Bringing a craft object into contemporary life does not always require changing what it fundamentally is.<\/p>\n<p>What this table lamp demonstrates is, if anything, the opposite. By reconsidering the properties Satsuma Kiriko has always had \u2014 cased glass, bokashi \u2014 and connecting them to the function of transmitting light, the vessel becomes something that illuminates a space.<\/p>\n<p>Rather than returning craft to everyday life, the more accurate description is: finding a place in contemporary life where the qualities already embedded in the craft can be properly received.<br \/>\nBorn in the late Edo period, lost, and rebuilt over forty years of revival \u2014 this lamp brings Satsuma Kiriko&#8217;s light and shadow to a desk, a nightstand, a room. It is, in our view, <strong>one compelling way to keep traditional craft part of contemporary life<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p>For those considering a purchase, the latest details are on Makuake. 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