{"product_id":"asano-hibit-45-pendant-light","title":"Asano Hibit 45 Washi Paper Pendant Light","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA washi paper lantern to hang: rice paper on a spiral of bamboo filament, handmade by Asano in Gifu, Japan, with a white or black cord.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHibit is Asano’s pendant lantern. Like the brand’s table lights, its structure is simple: a wire armature holds open a continuous spiral of bamboo filament wrapped in rice paper, so the light spreads in a soft, even glow. It is handmade in Gifu, Japan, where Asano has made lanterns since 1917. Choose a white cord to disappear against a light ceiling or a black cord for a graphic line.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Asano (Asano Shoten, Gifu, Japan, founded 1917)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eModel:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hibit Pendant Lamp 45\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pendant light (washi paper lantern)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCord colors:\u003c\/strong\u003e White or black\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterials:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rice paper on a continuous spiral of bamboo filament, wire armature\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMade in:\u003c\/strong\u003e Handmade in Gifu, Japan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eItem numbers (MPN):\u003c\/strong\u003e White Cord AS-HI-45-W; Black Cord AS-HI-45-B\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRice paper on a continuous spiral of bamboo filament\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWire armature keeps the round shade open\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandmade in Gifu, Japan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhite or black cord\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBest for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOver a dining table, in a bedroom or a stairwell, or in a living room where you want soft overall light. Several at different heights make a calm cluster. More from Asano: \u003ca href=\"\/products\/asano-paper-moon-1-table-lamp\"\u003eAsano Paper Moon 1 Washi Table Lamp by Shigeru Uchida\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/products\/asano-paper-moon-2-table-lamp\"\u003eAsano Paper Moon 2 Washi Table Lamp by Shigeru Uchida\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/products\/asano-paper-moon-3-table-lamp\"\u003eAsano Paper Moon 3 Washi Table Lamp by Shigeru Uchida\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho this is not for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBathrooms, kitchens over the stove, porches and other damp places: paper shades belong in dry indoor rooms (our advice).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnyone who needs focused task light: a paper lantern diffuses light in every direction.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnyone expecting a machine-perfect shade: it is handmade, so small variations in the paper are normal.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy we carry it\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe’ve been curating design-led lighting since 2009, and few lights are as quietly beautiful as a hand-made washi lantern. Asano Shoten has made Gifu lanterns (chochin) in the old castle town of Gifu, Japan, since Junsaku Asano founded it in 1917. Gifu chochin were designated a traditional craft of Japan in 1996, and Asano still makes its lanterns the traditional way: craftspeople wind thin bamboo ribs around a form, paste on thin washi paper and trim it by hand with a blade, using materials and parts made almost entirely in Gifu Prefecture, including hand-made Mino washi.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBuy once: durability and care\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWashi is stronger than it looks, and with gentle care it keeps its glow for years. Switch off before cleaning and dust the paper shade gently with a soft dry cloth or a feather duster; keep washi dry and away from steam.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhat is the Hibit 45 pendant made of?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eRice paper wrapped on a continuous spiral of bamboo filament, held open by a wire armature, handmade in Gifu, Japan.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhich cord color should I choose for the Hibit 45? (our styling advice)\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhite disappears against a white ceiling and keeps the lantern floating; black draws a crisp line that suits dark ceilings and industrial rooms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhere should I hang the Hibit 45 pendant? (our styling advice)\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eOver a dining or kitchen table, in a bedroom, stair or entry; a few at staggered heights make a soft cluster.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eCan the Hibit 45 pendant go in a bathroom?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eWe advise against it: humidity damages paper shades, so keep it in dry indoor rooms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhich interiors suit the Hibit 45? (our styling advice)\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eJapandi, Scandinavian, minimalist and mid-century rooms, and any space that needs softer light.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHow do I clean the Hibit 45 pendant?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eSwitch off before cleaning and dust the paper shade gently with a soft dry cloth or a feather duster; keep washi dry and away from steam.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTrade pricing for design professionals\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInterior designers, architects, contractors and builders can apply to the \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/trade-program\"\u003eMetropolitanDecor Trade Program\u003c\/a\u003e for trade pricing on Asano and the rest of our catalog, a dedicated trade support line, and free catalogs and finish swatches. Applying takes about three minutes; our trade team reviews every application personally, usually within one business day. Lighting a hotel, spa or restaurant? Contact us with models and quantities and we’ll confirm availability and lead time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eShipping \u0026amp; returns\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShips in 2–3 business days. Orders over $100 ship free by ground to the 48 contiguous states. All sales are final, so check the size and specifications above before ordering; if your order arrives damaged or isn’t what you ordered, contact us within 48 hours of delivery with photos and we’ll make it right.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e{\"@context\":\"https:\/\/schema.org\",\"@graph\":[{\"@type\":\"FAQPage\",\"mainEntity\":[{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"What is the Hibit 45 pendant made of?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"Rice paper wrapped on a continuous spiral of bamboo filament, held open by a wire armature, handmade in Gifu, Japan.\"}},{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"Which cord color should I choose for the Hibit 45? 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