The origin and development of tatami

Tatami is a Japanese transliteration, which originated in China. It is a kind of furniture, mainly made of wood. It is like a "lying" cabinet with a door. This paper will deeply discuss the origin and development of tatami, as well as the materials and styles of tatami.

The origin of seating system

Tatami originated in China. In ancient times, its lifestyle was called "banquet system" and "banquet system". There are signs that Yao Shun's main lifestyle is tatami. Han Dynasty is the peak of tatami development.

Spread of tatami

Tatami spread from China to Japan, South Korea and other places. During the 400 years from Han Dynasty to Tang Dynasty, stools and high beds prevailed, and tatami gradually declined in China. During the prosperous Tang Dynasty, it spread to Japan, South Korea and other places.

Rush surface and paper pad surface

Tatami is made of rush mats and paper mats. Relatively speaking, straw mats are more breathable and suitable for bedrooms and infrequently used rooms. Paper is stronger and waterproof, suitable for children, saunas, teahouses and rooms with high frequency of use.

A variety of styles

The style of tatami includes both traditional plain noodles and many modern patterns. Weaving techniques include plain weave, twill weave, check weave and jacquard weave.