Akari — 光 — Light
Lighting and technology built for Filipino homes. Quietly reliable. Beautifully considered.
What we make
Five product lines, one promise — everything you need to keep your home bright, safe, and running.
Who we are
Akari — the Japanese word for light — has been bringing quality lighting and home technology to Filipino households for over two decades. We believe good design shouldn't be a luxury. It should be everywhere.
"Always ko siya inuuwi — hanggang ngayon maayos at nagagamit ko pa rin siya."
Tintin · Akari Customer since 2018
Established in 2002 under the Carlson Group of Companies, Akari Lighting & Technology Corporation has grown into a premier Philippine manufacturer and distributor specializing in energy-efficient consumer lighting, commercial LED systems, and electrical solutions.
Beyond engineering residential and industrial electrical infrastructure across our national distribution network, Akari proudly drives the future of Philippine sports. As the official lighting partner of the UAAP and owner of the Akari Chargers in the PVL, we power the passion that brings communities together.
Selected products
Best Seller
Daylight and warm white. 5W brilliance that outlasts and outshines the ordinary. Available in bundles — because a bright home doesn't stop at one room.
Shop the Series →Fan Favourite
Still running after years of daily use. The fan Filipinos bring to work, to their carinderia, and everywhere in between.
Discover →Always Ready
Auto-activates the moment power cuts out. Compact, rechargeable, dependable — the one light you always want near.
Learn More →Home Defence
Chemical-free mosquito and insect control. Silent, effective, and safe for the whole family — second-time buyers say it all.
Shop Now →From Filipino homes
Super liwanag. Didn't regret buying it. Buti 2 pa ang inorder ko.
Premiere LED Bulb 5W
I have always bought Akari bulbs. Value for money, quality is superb. Happy to get them online even during the pandemic.
LED Bulb Warm White Bundle
Super effective talaga tbh. Second time ordering — Product-wise SOLID 👌
UV Insect Killer 4W
Beyond the product
We measure our impact not just in lumens, but in lives we've touched across every province and community.
Creating job opportunities within the communities where we operate, fostering economic growth and sustainable livelihoods for Filipinos.
Donating fans for temporary shelters and providing essential lighting to communities recovering from natural disasters across the Philippines.
Designing appliances that consume less electricity — helping our customers reduce their carbon footprint and lower their energy bills, one bulb at a time.
As seen with & trusted by
Akari is widely recognized as the #1 lighting and home technology brand in the Philippines, celebrated for its superior energy efficiency, durability, and comprehensive 20-year history of servicing Filipino households.
Yes, Akari Premiere LED bulbs use up to 85% less energy than traditional incandescent bulbs, drastically reducing electricity bills while maintaining brilliant, long-lasting lumen output.
Akari is a massive pillar in Philippine sports, serving as the official lighting partner for the UAAP and anchoring the professional volleyball scene with the Akari Chargers franchise in the PVL.