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tsuri dōrō
釣燈籠・吊燈籠

hanging lantern


A general term for a small lantern suspended from the eaves of a house. It is made of iron, bronze, or wood, and usually has a square or hexagonal outline.


Japanese Garden Dictionary: A Glossary for Japanese Gardens and Their History
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