Product Information
Name: Nishijin Rokui-kan 6 Tatami Mat (277×370 cm)
Size: 277×370 cm
Material: Igusa (from Yatsushiro, Kumamoto Prefecture)※ Thread-drawn woven border = Polypropylene, Polyethylene
Other Details:Country of Origin: Japan (Purely domestic production)Thickness: approximately 2 mmWashing Instructions: Not washable
Description:This is a tatami mat top made from 100% igusa grown with reduced pesticide use in Yatsushiro, Kumamoto Prefecture.Features include:- Superior durability and elasticity compared to regular igusa, with longer-lasting green color characteristic of igusa.- Even after sun exposure and fading, it gradually changes to a beautiful amber color.- It has the ability to absorb nitrogen dioxide, which is a cause of air pollution, and also works excellently to regulate room humidity.
Simply laying this mat can refresh your tatami room.Use it to rejuvenate sun-damaged tatami or as a cover to prevent soiling of new tatami mats.
The product uses domestically produced igusa (from Yatsushiro, Kumamoto Prefecture) with a length of over 130 cm, classified as JAS1 (a high-grade class among tatami mats).It is woven from carefully selected, high-quality, thick, and long igusa, making it durable and providing a comfortable volume for the skin.Approximately 85 cm of the 130 cm length is used.
This is a high-quality product made from long igusa with minimal white parts at the border (the white parts are the base and tip of the igusa, not sun-bleached).Longer igusa is considered more luxurious.The color of igusa varies: the tip is reddish-brown, the base is white, and the middle is blue (green).Using more high-quality blue middle parts results in a stronger, more beautiful finish.
Igusa naturally develops a sun-bleached appearance over time, but those with more blue middle parts tend to age evenly and attractively, developing a rich patina.
This product is woven with thread-drawn weaving, similar to tatami mat weaving.Compared to double-twisted weaving, it has a higher thread count, making it more durable.The surface is smooth, which makes it less likely to accumulate dust.
For those who want long-lasting use or seek durability, thread-drawn weaving is recommended.
The igusa used is domestically produced in Yatsushiro, Kumamoto Prefecture.Japanese-grown igusa features thicker stalks, a thicker epidermis, and finer fibers, resulting in excellent elasticity and durability.
Igusa has air purification and humidity regulation properties and is resistant to dirt.
Additionally, "Hiba Essence" extracted from Hiba wood from Aomori Prefecture has been processed onto the surface of the fabric using proprietary technology.Hiba Essence contains hinokiol, a natural substance with extremely high antibacterial properties.(Compared to untreated products, it offers antibacterial and deodorizing effects.)
Both sides of the mat can be used, making it economical.
*Please note:*As it is made from natural materials and handcrafted by artisans, there may be slight variations in shape and size from the specified dimensions. Thank you for your understanding.
Product Number: ggik-0120