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Akari UF4-L9 Floor Lamp

DCF-9523-1

$580.00 USD $615.00 USD

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Inspiration

This floor lamp borrows from the paper lantern — a light source wrapped in something thin enough to glow rather than shine. Paper and bamboo silk are stretched over a metal frame by hand, so the light comes through the weave instead of off a surface, soft and slightly uneven. At full height it stands like a column of lit paper in the corner of a room. Two finishes, one idea: white reads as daylight held still, black as a lantern seen at dusk.

Key Features

Handcrafted Paper & Bamboo Silk
Paper and bamboo silk stretched over a metal frame by hand, so light passes through the weave as a soft, even glow. Small variations come with the handwork.
Plug-In with Foot Switch
No wiring and no electrician — plug it into a standard outlet and switch it with your foot. The cord runs 98.4″ (250 cm).
Two Bulbs, Even Column of Light
Two E26 or E27 sockets light the shade top and bottom, so the whole height glows evenly instead of showing one bright spot. Warm white bulbs included.
Dimensions

Measurement Value
Dimensions Ø20.4″ × H74″ (Ø52 × H188 cm)
Specifications

Materials & Finish
Metal body with a paper and bamboo silk shade · white or black · handcrafted
Light Source
2 × E26 or E27 · max 40W each incandescent or LED equivalent · warm white 3000K bulbs included & replaceable
Power & Switch
Plug-in — no hardwiring or electrician needed · foot switch on the cord · 98.4″ (250 cm) cord with plug
Assembly
Some assembly · hardware included · see the Installation Guide below
Rating
Indoor dry locations only — the paper and bamboo silk shade must stay dry · not for bathrooms with shower steam or outdoors
Certification
Certified: North America · Australia · Europe · Middle East
Care
Dust with a soft, dry brush or low-suction vacuum · never use water, solvents or a damp cloth on the shade · wipe metal dry
Design Style
Japandi Wabi-Sabi Minimalist Organic Modern Scandinavian
Best For
Living room corner, bedroom, reading nook, studio, entry, behind a sofa or armchair
Use Case

At 74″ tall on a 20.4″ footprint this is a corner piece — it fills vertical space beside a sofa, an armchair, or a bed without taking floor area, and it works in rooms with 8 ft ceilings and up. Because it's plug-in with a foot switch, it goes anywhere there's an outlet within 98.4″, no wiring and no fixed position. Two bulbs behind paper give a soft, ambient wash rather than directed light, so keep a table or task lamp nearby for reading. White suits pale plaster, oak, and linen rooms; black holds its own against darker walls and wood. Email info@docos.us for trade pricing or to ask about a finish.

Downloads

Technical reference and setup files for this floor lamp. Need a doc that's not listed? Email info@docos.us.

FAQ

What bulbs does it use — are they included?
It takes two E26 or E27 bulbs (the standard medium screw base — E26 in the US, E27 in Europe and Asia, same physical socket here), up to 40W each incandescent or the LED equivalent. Warm white 3000K bulbs are included and fully replaceable.
Does it need wiring or an electrician?
No — it's plug-in. It goes into a standard wall outlet and switches on and off with a foot switch on the cord, so no junction box, no wall switch, and no electrician. The cord is 98.4″ (250 cm) long, which is what limits how far it can sit from an outlet.
Is the shade real paper? Will each one look the same?
Yes — paper and bamboo silk over a metal frame, stretched by hand. Because it's handcrafted, the weave and surface vary slightly from piece to piece; that's part of the look rather than a defect.
How do I clean it, and can it go in a bathroom?
Dust it with a soft, dry brush or a vacuum on low suction — never water, a damp cloth, or solvents, which stain and warp paper. It's for indoor dry locations only, so not a steamy bathroom and not outdoors.
The Akari Series

Handcrafted paper. A warmer kind of light.

Washi paper, thin wire, and a warm diffused glow — no hotspots, no glare.

A sculptural piece by day, a quiet layer of ambient light by night. One lantern is often all a room needs.

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Why Akari

Why the Akari Series feels different

Four reasons these lanterns keep showing up in homes that take lighting seriously.

Soft, diffused glow

Washi paper filters light into a warm wash. No harsh hotspots, no cold edges — just gentle ambient light across the whole room.

Handcrafted paper texture

Every shade is shaped and pressed by hand. Fiber lines, soft folds, and small irregularities you can actually see when it's lit.

Sculptural, nearly weightless

Strong silhouette, light visual footprint. Real presence in a room without crowding what's already there.

Styles with anything

Warm enough for mid-century, quiet enough for minimalist, soft enough to anchor a modern dining table.

Akari series washi paper lantern close-up
Craft & Material

Paper that was made to hold light

Washi paper is thin, strong, and slightly translucent — which is exactly what a good shade needs. Light passes through the fiber instead of bouncing off it, so the glow lands soft and even. Every shade is hand-shaped over a wire frame, which means no two are identical. The small variations on the surface aren't defects — they're the difference between a handmade lantern and a printed one.

Heritage

The Art of Xuan Paper Making: A Thousand Years of Craftsmanship

Washi, traditional Japanese paper, is crafted from the inner barks of plants like kozo, mitsumata, and gampi. The process involves carefully stripping, boiling, and pounding the fibers into pulp, which is then spread onto bamboo mesh to form delicate sheets. Known for its strength, translucency, and soft texture, washi has been a vital part of Japanese culture for centuries — seen in origami, lanterns, and sliding doors, embodying the nation's enduring artistry and grace.

Traditional washi paper-making process
Room by Room

Where Akari lights belong

These aren't fixtures you hide. They're pieces you place — and every room has a spot that opens up with one of them in it.

Akari pendant above a dining table

Over the dining table

Hang a pendant low. The paper warms the room the moment you switch it on — the kind of light people stay under longer.

Akari floor lamp in a calm bedroom corner

In the bedroom

A floor lantern in the corner replaces the overhead. Walls soften, the room calms, and the last hour of the day feels slower.

Akari floor lamp beside a reading chair

Living room & reading corner

Tall beside a chair, low on a side table — ambient light that fills the room without pulling attention away.

See It Light Up

Watch the light come on

Every lantern fills a room differently. See how the light settles in, from first switch to full glow.

Akari series video poster
From Owners

What owners are saying

★★★★★

"Bought the floor lantern for our bedroom and it completely changed the evening vibe. We never turn the overhead on anymore. Warm, but not yellow — if that makes sense."

Sarah R.

Homeowner · Verified

★★★★★

"I was looking for a dining pendant that didn't feel cold or too 'designer.' This one actually pulls the table together. Guests always ask where it's from."

Mark T.

Interior Lover · Verified

★★★★★

"The paper texture is better in person than in photos — you can see the fiber when it's lit. Arrived well-packed and easy to assemble."

Elena K.

Customer · Verified

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Bring the Akari Series home

Floor lanterns, pendants, and table pieces — each one shipped ready to light the first room you put it in.

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