Our Igusa Tatami Mats

Igusa tatami are used as a flooring material in Japanese-style rooms.

Advantages of using Igusa tatami mats:

Cooling to rest on especially during hot summer seasons
Keeps the body warm in cold weathers
Natural grassy aroma that helps calm the senses; relaxing the body and mind
Pleasant and smooth to the touch
Suitable for Tatami users of all ages
Absorbs and reduces noise levels in the home
Easy to clean and maintain
Natural and Eco-friendly

Due to this being an all natural product extra care is needed to maintain tatami mats. This means regular vacuuming and using Swiffer/duster cloth to get rid of dust, wiping along its grain. It's recommended during spring cleaning time to take tatami mats outside to dry in the sun.

What is Igusa? How's it used in tatami mats?

Igusa (Juncus Effusus) is a water rush that grows best in the southern part of Japan. Tatami mats are covered with this woven soft Igusa straw.

This natural material is hand-selected to weave in our Tatami mats furnishings and flooring.

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