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Bamboo Lanterns of Japan・竹灯りの灯す夜

Originally used to light paths to temples, shrines, and castle grounds, bamboo lanterns once held candles carefully placed inside hand-carved bamboo shafts. Today, LED lights and creative patterns bring this timeless art into a new era, blending tradition with sustainability.

Check out the full write-up (1-minute read) on my blog with references for a deeper dive:

https://www.pix4japan.com/blog/20250826-take-akari