When was the floating lantern made?

The floating lantern, often associated with various cultural festivals such as the Thai Yi Peng and the Japanese Toro Nagashi, has origins that date back centuries. While the exact date of its creation is difficult to pinpoint, lantern festivals have been celebrated for over a thousand years in different cultures. These lanterns are typically made from paper or other lightweight materials and are designed to be released into the sky or water as symbols of hope and remembrance.