“Historically, Japanese people sat directly on Tatami floors ... whether or not a space feels calm—and in Japanese living room design, there should be no clutter. “It's not filled with ...

According to Pinterest's 2024 Fall Trends Report, searches for "Japanese futon bedrooms" increased by 245% last year, and ...

shrines and temples to suit the Japanese custom of sitting and sleeping on the floor. But, the popularity of chairs means less need for tatami rooms, and artisans are adapting traditional ...

The figure has since declined, with only 9.26 million units produced or imported in 2021, as fewer homes are now furnished with quaint Japanese-style tatami rooms. Yusuke Hori, 37, an employee of ...