Ōuchi lanterns(大内提灯), as their name suggests, are named after the ‘Ōuchi’, the most revered place in a home, traditionally used to honor ancestors during the Obon festival.
The modern design of Ōuchi lanterns was developed in the Meiji era by the founder of Gifu lanterns, Naotsugu Keshikawara. Their stable, three-legged structure makes them suitable not just for Obon, but also for funerals, interior decoration, and even for summer cooling purposes.
Influenced by Gifu lanterns, Ōuchi lanterns combine the value of traditional Japanese crafts with a design that fits seamlessly into contemporary interiors. Owning one of these lanterns adds a touch of Japanese history and cultural beauty to any space.
Yame chochin name call Ōuchi as Gyotou(行灯).
