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Traditional Japanese tatami mats neatly arranged on the floor of a washitsu (Japanese-style room), bordered with black fabric edges, showcasing natural texture and simplicity.

What Are the Benefits of Tatami Mats? A Complet...

Tatami mats are more than just traditional Japanese flooring—they promote comfort, air purification, and better sleep. Learn how incorporating tatami into your space can enhance wellness and bring natural elegance...

What Are the Benefits of Tatami Mats? A Complet...

Tatami mats are more than just traditional Japanese flooring—they promote comfort, air purification, and better sleep. Learn how incorporating tatami into your space can enhance wellness and bring natural elegance...

alt="Mariko-sama sitting gracefully on tatami mats in a grand samurai hall, surrounded by retainers in the FX series Shōgun (2024)"

Tatami in FX’s Shōgun (2024): A Symbol of Power...

Discover how traditional Japanese tatami mats are more than just flooring in FX’s Shōgun (2024)—they symbolize power, culture, and timeless design. Learn how this ancient craftsmanship plays a central role...

Tatami in FX’s Shōgun (2024): A Symbol of Power...

Discover how traditional Japanese tatami mats are more than just flooring in FX’s Shōgun (2024)—they symbolize power, culture, and timeless design. Learn how this ancient craftsmanship plays a central role...

A serene Japanese room with tatami mats and shoji screens, reflecting the calm and beauty of a well-chosen tatami floor.

How to Choose the Right Tatami Mat: A Complete ...

Want to add a touch of Japan to your home? This complete guide helps foreigners choose the perfect tatami mat for their space, style, and lifestyle.

How to Choose the Right Tatami Mat: A Complete ...

Want to add a touch of Japan to your home? This complete guide helps foreigners choose the perfect tatami mat for their space, style, and lifestyle.

The Man Behind the Craft: Daisuke Urakawa and the Legacy of Tatami

The Man Behind the Craft: Daisuke Urakawa and t...

Meet Daisuke Urakawa, a key figure in Japan’s tatami industry. Discover how his expertise and dedication help preserve this traditional craft, ensuring its legacy for future generations.

The Man Behind the Craft: Daisuke Urakawa and t...

Meet Daisuke Urakawa, a key figure in Japan’s tatami industry. Discover how his expertise and dedication help preserve this traditional craft, ensuring its legacy for future generations.

Yoga practitioner performing an upward-facing pose on a yoga mat in a peaceful outdoor setting.

Yoga's Ancient Roots and Modern Harmony with Ko...

Explore the rich history and benefits of yoga and see how Kohaku’s tatami mats offer a grounding, Zen-inspired way to connect tradition with your modern practice.

Yoga's Ancient Roots and Modern Harmony with Ko...

Explore the rich history and benefits of yoga and see how Kohaku’s tatami mats offer a grounding, Zen-inspired way to connect tradition with your modern practice.

Igusa (rush grass) growing in a wetland field, capturing the natural environment where this traditional Japanese plant thrives.

What Is Igusa (Rush Grass)? A Key Ingredient in...

Discover why igusa (rush grass) has been the foundation of Japanese tatami for centuries—and why it's making a comeback in eco-conscious homes today.

What Is Igusa (Rush Grass)? A Key Ingredient in...

Discover why igusa (rush grass) has been the foundation of Japanese tatami for centuries—and why it's making a comeback in eco-conscious homes today.