Kanshuji Temple Lantern

• Stone Lantern
• Tall Lantern

Said to have been a gift from the feudal lord Tokugawa Mitsukuni, this distinctive lantern stands in front of the study hall at Kanshuji Temple in Kyoto. Often considered a rectangular adaptation of the snow-viewing lantern due to its shared curved roof and candle box design, it features a hollowed-out pole and a boldly wide, thin curved roof. Despite its short stature, the lantern exudes an airy and light design, and when placed in flat gardens, it accentuates a modern ambiance. This lantern has an impressive large, low fire box and a short, narrow opening.

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