: If you want hand-carved granite, retailers like Stone Forest and Yokoso Japanese Gardens specialize in traditional stone lanterns that ship worldwide.

These are the most popular choice for memorial ceremonies, weddings, or garden parties. They typically consist of a flat-folding paper box and a tea light candle.

: If releasing lanterns into a river or lake, ensure they are 100% biodegradable (no metal or plastic frames) to protect local wildlife.

: For unique, hand-etched, or vintage-style lanterns, Etsy features various independent creators selling traditional toro nagashi designs. Permanent Garden Lanterns

💡 : If you're buying for a specific event, look for "bulk packs" or "party sets" on Walmart or eBay to save on costs.