- “AIR LIGHT ONE KAZE” Achieves Remarkable Crowdfunding Success
“AIR LIGHT ONE KAZE” Achieves Remarkable Crowdfunding Success
YANA-JAPAN Co., Ltd. announced that its new ceiling fan light, “AIR LIGHT ONE KAZE,” launched on the crowdfunding service Makuake, has achieved significant success. Within just six days of its launch on May 1, 2026, the project surpassed 6,323,430 yen in total support from 274 backers.
The “Super Early Bird” (40 units) allocation sold out in a mere 8 minutes on the launch day, followed by the “Early Bird” (120 units) allocation selling out on the fourth day. With 38 days remaining in the campaign, the project has garnered 1,367 favorites, marking an exceptional start for a ceiling fan light in the crowdfunding category.
Rapid Support: Initial Success on Makuake
“AIR LIGHT ONE KAZE” went live on Makuake at 11:00 AM on May 1, 2026. Support rapidly accumulated, with the initial 40 “Super Early Bird” units selling out in 8 minutes.
Funding Progress (as of May 7):
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8 minutes after launch: 40 backers (Super Early Bird slots sold out)
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9 hours after launch: 2,725,260 yen from 121 backers
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Day 4: 4,885,275 yen from 218 backers (Early Bird slots sold out)
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Day 6: 6,323,430 yen from 274 backers, 1,367 favorites reached
Three Reasons for Widespread Support: Enhancing Daily Life
The product’s popularity is attributed to three key benefits that improve living comfort.
1. Eliminating Room Temperature Discrepancies Without Over-Reliance on Air Conditioning
Unlike conventional ceiling fans that offer limited vertical angle adjustment, “AIR LIGHT ONE KAZE” features “4D x 360° oscillation” combined with seven blades. This design circulates air throughout the entire room in approximately 10 seconds, addressing temperature inconsistencies when used with air conditioning. This functionality helps to move warm air from the ceiling to the floor in winter and circulate cool air throughout the room in summer, reducing daily temperature-related stress for families. Amid rising electricity costs and prolonged heatwaves, the demand for air circulation solutions that reduce air conditioner dependency is increasing in general households, and this product serves that need.
2. DC Motor for Year-Round Energy Savings
Equipped with a DC motor, “AIR LIGHT ONE KAZE” significantly reduces power consumption compared to traditional AC motors. When used in conjunction with air conditioning, it helps maintain comfortable temperatures in both summer and winter while reducing electricity bills. With the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry’s “2025 Energy Basic Plan” emphasizing energy saving in the household sector, this 2-in-1 energy-efficient appliance, combining ceiling lighting and air circulation, is gaining attention in the home renovation market.
3. Complete Lighting Functionality: 10-Step Dimming and 3-Step Color Temperature
Beyond its fan capabilities, the unit integrates a ceiling light with 10 levels of dimming and 3 color temperature settings (warm white / neutral white / daylight white). A single remote control allows users to switch to optimal brightness for various scenarios, such as working from home, reading, or sleeping. This simplification of the purchasing decision, by combining fan and lighting functions, has been well-received by Makuake supporters.
Development Background: Addressing Japan’s Unique Temperature and Humidity Challenges
Japanese homes often face unique challenges with temperature and humidity inconsistencies due to their structural characteristics—humid summers and uneven heating in winter. Driven by the desire to resolve these issues and enhance the comfort of Japanese households, Representative Director Yusuke Yanaka explored various international exhibitions.
“It was at a Hong Kong exhibition that I encountered the prototype of this ceiling fan light. Beyond its high airflow performance, it stood out with an exceptional design compared to other household ceiling fan lights I had seen in the Japanese market. I instinctively knew this was it,” says Yanaka.
Subsequently, in collaboration with a local manufacturer, approximately one year of development led to the integration of features such as 4D x 360° oscillation, a DC brushless motor, and a 7-blade (12-inch) fan, optimized for standard Japanese ceiling heights (2.4-2.7m). The product was finalized with a compact size (diameter 480mm / height 260mm / weight 2.65kg) that blends seamlessly with interiors, and comes with a reliable 3-year warranty.
Product Specifications
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Product Name: AIR LIGHT ONE KAZE
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Body Size: Width 480mm × Height 260mm
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Body Weight: 2.65kg
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Input Voltage: AC 100-130V
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Rated Power Consumption: Approx. 60W (LED 40W + DC motor max 15.1W)
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Blades: 12-inch, 7 blades (PC material)
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Oscillation: 4D × 360°
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Motor: DC brushless motor (6-level airflow, forward/reverse rotation compatible)
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Luminous Flux: 4,000lm (max)
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Dimming: 10 levels
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Color Temperature: 3 levels (Warm White 2700K / Neutral White 4000K / Daylight White 6500K)
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Timer: 2-hour off timer
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Remote Control: Button-type remote control included
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Installation Method: Direct ceiling mount (Hooking Ceiling)
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Body Color: White
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General Retail Price: 26,500 yen (tax included)
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Warranty: 3 years
Makuake Project Overview
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Project Name: AIR LIGHT ONE KAZE
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Campaign Period: May 1, 2026 – June 14, 2026
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Platform: Makuake
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Makuake Project Page: https://www.makuake.com/project/air_light_one_kaze/
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Official Brand Site: https://yana-japan.com/air-light-one-kaze
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Delivery Schedule: By end of August 2026
About YANA-JAPAN Co., Ltd.
YANA-JAPAN Co., Ltd. focuses on developing products that suit Japanese living spaces and lifestyles, collaborating with overseas OEM partners for product development and D2C brand operations. The company sells its own brands through Makuake, Shopify, and Amazon Japan.
Company Name: YANA-JAPAN Co., Ltd.
Representative Director: Yusuke Yanaka
Headquarters: Toshima-ku, Tokyo
Business Activities: OEM product development / E-commerce sales of proprietary brands (Shopify, Amazon Japan, Makuake)
Corporate Website: https://yana-japan.com/
AIR LIGHT ONE KAZE Official Brand Site: https://yana-japan.com/air-light-one-kaze
