Japanese Tatami Comfort Arrives in Canada: Custom Tokyo Green Tatami for a Bed Frame
A Personalized Tatami Solution for a Canadian Home
Finding the perfect sleeping surface is never easy, especially if you’re looking for a traditional Japanese experience overseas. A recent customer from British Columbia, Canada, reached out to TOKYO TATAMI MAKER with a unique request: they wanted to recreate the comfort of their former straw tatami mats — without the strong igusa (rush grass) smell they disliked.
Previously, they had used 50mm thick rice straw core tatami under a shikibuton, but the odor of natural igusa led them to dispose of the mats. Their question was simple yet specific:
“Can you make a Tokyo Green migusa tatami that has no smell, but replicates the springiness and airflow of my old rice straw tatami?”
Why Tokyo Green Was the Ideal Choice
After some discussion, they opted for Tokyo Green, a synthetic migusa (表: tatami surface) that looks and feels like real igusa, but is odor-free, durable, and easy to maintain. These mats are especially popular among international customers who are sensitive to smells or have allergies.
Key decision factors:
- No smell
- Lightweight yet firm construction
- Breathability and comfort
- Ability to fully customize size for bed frame use
Despite initial concerns about 30mm thickness, our team explained that the high-resilience core material we use offers sufficient springiness for sleeping, even without straw. We also suggested using two larger mats instead of three, offering both structural stability and aesthetic balance.
Final Tatami Configuration
| Option | Size (mm) | Quantity | Price per Mat | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chosen | 1610 × 990 × 30 | 2 | $350 | $700 |
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Materials:
- Tatami Facing: Tokyo Green (synthetic migusa)
- Core: Lightweight foam board + firm underlay for durability and airflow
- Edges: Heri-less (no fabric borders for a minimalist look)
After Delivery: Customer Feedback
The mats arrived safely in Canada and were quickly placed onto the customer’s wooden bed slats. Here is what they had to say:
“The construction is not the same as straw tatami but overall the product is springy enough to make for a better sleeping surface than the wooden slats I had before 😂😅 And as expected, no awful straw smell! Overall I am satisfied with my purchase. Thank you!”
They also provided photos of their bedroom setup, showing the beautiful fusion of Japanese aesthetics and modern bed framing — a great reference for other potential customers.
Thinking of Tatami for Your Home?
Whether you’re in Canada, Europe, or anywhere else in the world, TOKYO TATAMI MAKER can help you create a custom tatami solution to match your room, bed frame, or lifestyle. We offer:
- Custom sizes to fit non-Japanese rooms
- Smell-free materials
- Multiple configurations (2 or 3 mat layouts)
- Worldwide shipping
Conclusion
Tatami is no longer limited to traditional Japanese homes. Thanks to TOKYO TATAMI MAKER, it’s now accessible to customers around the globe. If you’re looking for a comfortable, breathable, and customizable sleeping surface — feel free to reach out and consult with us anytime.
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