Igusa Tatami Placemat S Water repellent a symbol in Japanese New

a symbol in Japanese New Year decor for purifying and dispelling misfortune

a dainty image of a bird nestled among the branches of a tree is lovingly rendered in a simple circular frame that echoes the beautiful spherical shape of the piece

a region that accounts for 90% of domestic metal utensil production in Japan

The outside bottom of the donabe is left unglazed

Igusa Tatami Placemat S Water repellent a symbol in Japanese NewThese 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.