But the flame is far from the most interesting part of this unusual symbol of Japanese history and culture. The mayor of Tokyo gave the lantern to the United States in 1954, but its surface is ...

Six enormous Japanese lanterns took their place on the warning track, spotlights illuminating them inside the Tokyo Dome. LED lights, attached to special Tokyo Series wristbands for the 45,000 fans, ...

Then, he got the idea for a traditional Japanese-style speaker. As he studied ways to make sounds spread naturally, he discovered the shape of a traditional andon lantern did the best job.