Illuminated Dandelion Lamps

Takao Inoue's OLED Tampopo Lights Have a Magical Glow

Inside each of the OLED Tampopo lights is a tiny dandelion that seems to be glowing as if by magic. "Tampopo" in Japanese means "dandelion" and as these lamps were created by cinematographer Takao Inoue as celebrations of spring. Although the appearance of these weeds are the bane of gardeners everywhere come the warmer weather, as a kid, there's nothing more magical than plucking one and making a wish upon it, and these lamps simulate only those good feelings.

Each acrylic block encases a beautifully presented, floating dandelion that has absolutely no wiring in sight, but the dandelions get their glow from an OLED bulb that's been embedded directly into the stem. Still, there are no connectors in sight, which makes these lights truly something to behold.

an OLED bulb embedded directly in the stem of the flower.

OLED Lighting
Opportunity to disrupt the lighting industry by creating innovative and aesthetic lighting solutions using OLED technology.
Nature-inspired Design
Opportunity to disrupt the home decor industry by incorporating nature-inspired designs, like illuminated dandelions, into lighting fixtures and other home products.
Wireless Lighting
Opportunity to disrupt the electrical services industry by developing wireless lighting solutions that eliminate the need for visible wires and connectors.

Sectors Adopting This

Lighting
The lighting industry can explore OLED technology to create unique and captivating lighting solutions.
Home Decor
The home decor industry can incorporate nature-inspired designs, such as illuminated dandelion lamps, into their product offerings.
Electrical Services
The electrical services industry can innovate by developing wireless lighting solutions that offer a clean and seamless aesthetic.
SCORE
4.2 out of 10
GENDER
30% Men70% Women
MARKETTop markets: Asia
GENERATION
  • Gen Z
  • Gen Alpha
  • Gen X
  • Millennial (primary audience)
POPULARITY
Popularity 57%
Activity 60%
Freshness 8%