Tatami Shop

Tatami Shop opened in Singapore in 1999 with the idea of bringing the Japanese tradition of tatami into contemporary homes. The company works with farmers and artisans in Kyushu, Kumamoto, to offer products made with igusa, the rush woven into traditional tatami. Over the years, it has grown from introducing an early Makura pillow at fairs and retail events to developing sleep and furniture solutions for homes of different sizes.

Tatami is at the center of the catalog. It includes hand-woven natural mats and synthetic options in several thicknesses and formats, which can be arranged as sleeping surfaces, reading areas, or meditation spaces. The store explains the differences among materials and offers preconfigured layouts as well as arrangements designed to fit a specific room.

The sleep collection includes folding mattresses, shikibuton and kakebuton futons, covers, Makura pillows, and mattress toppers. Some pieces are designed to fold away when not in use; others can be used to build a larger floor-level sleeping surface. Natural options retain the woven igusa texture, while synthetic versions offer a different feel and care routine.

The living area includes sofa beds with several configurations, including a 9-in-1 model, as well as lumbar cushions, meditation cushions, yoga mats, and accessories. The company presents these products as flexible furnishings for homes where one room may need to shift between sleeping, seating, and everyday use without being permanently filled with bulky furniture.

Beyond retail, Tatami Shop designs projects for homes and businesses. Its work can incorporate wooden platforms, tatami flooring, shoji doors, and spaces for restaurants, office relaxation areas, or martial arts rooms. The company says it begins by listening to what each client needs and then develops a custom solution rather than relying on a standard layout.

The store's history also includes its move between showrooms: its first showroom opened at Esplanade in 2002, and visitors are now received at Primax on New Industrial Road. The current space lets customers see products in person, but visits are arranged by appointment. Shoppers can also review the online store, care guides, and past projects before choosing a format.

The catalog is for customers looking for Japanese-inspired sleep products, a tatami surface for a small room, or convertible furniture for guests. In Singapore, the company offers free standard delivery on orders over S$199; international charges depend on destination and package weight. The approach pairs Japanese craft traditions with practical solutions for today's homes and workspaces.