The inspiration for the design of akari noguchi lamps stems from a visit to the Japanese fishing village of Gifu. They do not only use trained cormorants for the hunt but also lanterns to attract fish. These lanterns had ribs made of bamboo, which were covered with fine paper. For the Akari rice paper floor lamp, the designer uses paper of the mulberry tree, because it softens the light, making it gentle and spreads it evenly.