Castle Lantern – Seonggwakdeung

The Castle Lantern (Seonggwakdeung) is a participatory lantern experience inspired by the “Gakjaseongseok”—engraved stones that symbolize the real-name construction system used when building ancient city walls. Crafted from semi-transparent and transparent PP material, the lantern allows citizens to write their wishes or messages and stack them like stones, creating a collaborative lantern fortress.

To recreate the authentic look of a stone wall, the lanterns come in three different stone-inspired colors. For safety and stability, the pieces are designed in an interlocking "LEGO-style" structure.

The back of each lantern is designed to accommodate a lighting line, but the true highlight has always been the creativity of participating citizens. The diversity of designs—from heartfelt messages to charming illustrations—transformed the experience into a collective visual diary, offering moments of deep joy and emotion. Once completed, the Castle Lanterns form a structure approximately 10cm tall, 18cm long, and 9cm wide, and have been popular enough to be displayed at Seoul Citizens Hall even after the event ends.

Product Details

Minimum order quantity: 1,000 units
Unit price: 3,000 KRW (lantern only, excluding structural frame and lighting)
Size: 22cm (W) × 10cm (H)
Customizable: Color and design can be adjusted to suit event themes
- Example: Add cartoon-style speech bubbles for messages beside illustrated faces
Bulk pricing available for larger quantities
Production lead time: Orders must be placed at least 15 days in advance
Custom structural designs are not accepted, unless ordered 2 months prior

How to Use the Castle Lantern

The lantern is provided as a flat die-cut template.
- First, write your wish, message, or draw a picture on the surface.
- Then, fold along the pre-cut lines.
Once folded into a rectangular shape, locate the four holes on the top panel.
Insert the circular connectors into the holes by twisting them into place.
At the event site, go to the castle frame and connect the lantern to the structure by hooking the wire on the back side.
Important: Do not align the lanterns vertically—they must be staggered for structural strength.
Finally, take a commemorative photo with your loved ones in front of your lantern on the wall.

For further information or to place an order, please inquire directly.
[Minimum order: 1,000 units]

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