Igusa Tatami Carpet – Shiranui, Free-Cut

• Material: Kyushu-grown igusa, chosen for its durable fibers
• Backing: 3 mm urethane foam, for gentle cushioning, grip, and support

A weave that shows igusa's own colors:
Woven to keep the natural gradation that runs from the tip of the grass to its root. The pale 'nejiro' root sections in particular create a rhythm of light and shade across the surface, the character of a natural material finished as design.

Color that changes with time:
With use, the bluish tone shifts little by little toward a soft amber. Watching the color mature is part of the pleasure of natural igusa.

Kept fresh with hiba:
Treated with a natural compound from hiba cypress. Along with igusa's own scent, it is naturally antibacterial and odor-neutralizing, helping the rug stay fresh.

Igusa's natural humidity control:
Igusa is a plant full of tiny pores. It draws moisture from the air and releases it, helping to soften the humidity in a room. Even in a damp season, underfoot stays comfortable.

A natural-material area rug for the center of the living room.

Lay it in a bedroom or quiet room for a floor that feels good underfoot.

Layer it over old tatami to refresh a Japanese space at low cost.

Let igusa's humidity control keep underfoot dry through a damp season.

Everyday care

• Remove dust with a vacuum, a broom, or a dry cloth, working along the grain of the weave.
• Igusa draws in moisture, so on dry, sunny days open a window and let air through to help the mat last.

If it gets dirty

• Blot the spot gently with a firmly wrung-out cloth, then dry it right away with a clean dry cloth.
• Igusa does not take well to water. Do not leave it damp or wash it with water, as this can cause stains and discoloration.

Moisture and mold

• In humid seasons, air it out now and then in a shaded, well-ventilated spot.
• Direct sun can fade the color, so always dry it in the shade.

Note: With sun exposure the color shifts from green to a soft amber. This is igusa's natural aging, not a flaw.