noun
paper-enclosed standing lantern; oil lamp in a wooden stand
Traditional Japanese lamp with a paper shade and an oil lamp inside, often used in historical or cultural contexts.
旅館の廊下に行灯が置いてあった。
A paper lantern was placed in the hallway of the inn.
タクシーの行灯が遠くからでも見えた。
The taxi's roof light was visible even from a distance.
Traditional kanji form using 燈; now considered outdated.
Kana spelling is common in everyday writing, especially when the kanji is not needed.
提灯 is a hanging paper lantern, while 行灯 is a standing lantern with a wooden base.
The word 行灯 (あんどん) is of uncertain origin, but the kanji literally mean 'traveling lamp', reflecting its portable nature.