Igusa Tatami Placemat S

These beautiful tatami placemats are made of high-quality igusa, Japanese rush, accented by chic tatami-beri "ribbon borders" in a series of traditional patterns and colors. This size, the Small, is perfect for light meals, tea sets, snacks, and desserts. The reeds are treated with a water-repellant solution, aiding with cleanup of spills.

The natural igusa gives these placemats a soothing, grassy scent that cannot be replicated by any other material. That plus the gorgeous woven texture and natural color—which slowly matures to a golden yellow over time—make these placemats truly special items, evoking nostalgic days relaxing on the tatami mats of a cozy, traditional Japanese home.

The ribbon borders come in three colors: hemp leaf green, well-suited to a large variety of Japanese tableware; sakura pink, delightful with delicate dishes; and yabane “arrow feather” blue, a wonderful accent to plates with bold patterns. Mix and match colors, or pair with coasters and more from our tatami series: the styling is up to you.

Bring home Japan’s nature with these artisan-crafted placemats today.

Matsuba Tatami

Matsuba Sakae founded his tatami shop in Yaizu City in 1977 after five years of intensive training at a well-established tatami shop in Shizuoka City. With a deep appreciation for the traditional comfort of tatami, a key aspect of Japanese culture, the company creates everyday goods and interior products using their tatami-making skills.