A Traditional Form of Flooring in the Japanese Culture and also has Health Benefits.
A Traditional Form of Flooring has been deeply rooted in the Japanese Culture and also has Health Benefits.
The Natural Smell Relaxes the Body and Soothes the Mind.
Tatami mats are a traditional form of flooring found in Japanese homes and have been deeply rooted in the Japanese culture from the 12th century. During the 12th century, Tatami mats were luxury goods used by emperors, nobles, religious leaders and other high-ranking officials. It is said that Tatami varied in thickness and size, the fabric used on the edges were made of different colors and showed the rank of the individual household that owned it. Usage by the upper-class continued until the 17th century, when Tatami found their way into the homes of ordinary people.
► Tatami mat construction
There are three different parts to an authentic Tatami mat; the reed or rush covering, the straw core, and the decorative cloth edging or brocade. In Japanese these are called; the Tatami Omote, Tatami Goto and the Tatami Beri. The Tatami Omote is made of a soft reed and each one needs about 4,000 to 5,000 rushes. Hemp or cotton string is then used to weave the Omote together. To make the Tatami Goto or straw core, 40cm of straw is crushed to just five centimeters. Finally, cloth brocade is used to border the mats.
Surface of Tatami mats: Tatami mats are covered with Rush Grass. High quality long grass is dyed with natural Japanese clay to enhance even color tone which turns golden-yellow as it ages.
Steps of making Tatami: The Rush grass covering must be tightly woven and stitched in precise tension to prevent from warping or damaging.
Rice straw core: The Rice straw core should be heated to 90 degree Celsius in a kiln or dry oven as is required by the Japan Agriculture Standard(JAS) and USDA. After proper treatment, layers of rice straw are accurately measured and compressed to two inches. Multiple lines of yarns should be tightly stitched together to provide durability and level.
► Tatami benefits
Tatami mats also have health benefits. The tatami's straw inner-core is pressed tight and has lots of air pockets. This makes it very effective at absorbing heat. According to studies by Japanese scholars, a Tatami mat can also absorb approximately 500cc of water from the air. When the atmosphere is dry, the water will naturally evaporate. Tatami is made of soft reed which according to traditional Chinese medicine calms the spirit. The natural smell relaxes the body and soothes the mind.
When laying down the Tatami mats, one has to pay attention to certain rules because the number and layout of tatami mats can bring good or bad fortune. Tatami mats shouldn't be laid in a grid pattern, as it will bring bad luck. The only time a grid layout can be used is during mourning. Many shops used to be designed to be the size of five and half tatami mats, as this will ensure you have good fortune no matter what kind of business you are in.
► Where to Buy & More Information
KYOTO NISHIMURA TATAMI Co., Ltd.
Address: 22 Matsumoto-cho, Uzumasayasui, Ukyo-ku, Kyoto City, Japan 616-8085
TEL +81-75-841-4400 FAX: +81-75-811-0339
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