RINGO LIGHTING by Jinwon Heo from korea

Hirosaki, located in Aomori Prefecture, produces the most apples in Japan and the apples are highly recognized globally because of the outstanding quality and taste. In order for delicious apples to be recognized globally and not just nationwide, then conditions like the climate, cultivation techniques, facilities, and surrounding are important but the most vital condition is the affection and passion of local people about apples. In order to represent this, Ringo Lighting was designed to signify what Hirosaki symbolizes as well as the passion that local people hold about apples. Ringo Lighting is a chargeable lighting that can be used by hanging and also as a standing form and it can be used as a mood light, night lamp, and an interior decoration. The form of this product was designed in a circular shape after being inspired by apples and when the cover on top is pulled up, then the yellow lighting inspired by the inside of an apple automatically turns on and the amount of light can also be adjusted by the cover at the same time. For reference, yellow lighting symbolizes delicious apple and the great passion and hope of people in the area about apples. If this product becomes mass-produced, it is anticipated for plastic like ABS and PC to be used for the material and also LED and power supply needed for lighting. Moreover, for the product manufacture method, it is expected to be mass-produced by producing injection mold. Through this product, apples of Hirosaki can be promoted worldwide in an exciting and effective manner and the strong passion of local people towards apples will be expressed effectively.