ASANO CO., LTD
Since its foundation, ASANO has mainly manufactured the traditional craftwork of Gifu lanterns for over 90 years. While dedicated to “lanterns” and traditional techniques, the company also proposes new lantern concepts that match the modern life style. Asano has also launched into new fields, such as the production of interior lighting equipment and lantern hats.
| Company name | ASANO CO., LTD |
|---|---|
| Main products | Bon lanterns, festival/ritual lanterns, and various other lanterns. A variety of lantern lighting equipment (Paper Moon, FORM, Porcini, etc.) |
| Representative | Yusei ASANO |
| Address | 2-25 Honmachi, Gifu, GIFU 500-8034 |
| Foundation | 1917 |
| Capital | JPY36 million |
| TEL | +81-58-265-3011 |
| FAX | +81-58-262-1155 |
| URL | http://www.chochin.co.jp |
| asanoltd@chochin.co.jp | |
| Business description | Manufacture and sale of lanterns |
| Domestic sales | Major Buddhist altar retail stores, hardware stores, etc. |
| Overseas sales | USA, Germany |
| Other | The Porcini family won the Special Award from the panel at the 2nd “Nippon Mono Ichi.” Traditional craftwork Gifu lanterns designated by the Minister of Economy, Trade and Industry |
Exhibition product
JPW0053
