Inoue Tatami mat maker

Step into Inoue Seijoujo in Osaka and immerse yourself in authentic Japanese tradition. This century-old workshop specializes in crafting exquisite tatami mats, where skilled artisans weave straw and rush grass with precision. The air is filled with the soothing scent of igusa grass as you watch masters at work. Don't miss their hands-on workshops - you can try making your own miniature tatami! It's the perfect place to appreciate Japan's living heritage, and a tiny tatami souvenir makes for unique memorabilia.