Tatami-beri Edge Tape, Japanese Jacquard Ribbon | Stiff Trim | 8cm × 10m

Tatami-beri edge tape should be sturdy, beautifully finished, and ready to elevate your handmade projects—and this authentic Japanese jacquard ribbon delivers exactly that. Woven in Kojima, Kurashiki, a city globally renowned for premium textile manufacturing, this stiff trim brings genuine heritage and cultural storytelling to your studio. Unlike standard ribbons, this specialized heavyweight material features a crisp outline pattern on a white background and provides exceptional structural integrity, making it the ideal choice for crafters seeking distinctive, tactile materials that hold their shape and resist fraying.

• Width: 8cm; Length: 10m per roll
• Material: Approximately 48% polyethylene, 1% polypropylene, and 51% polyester blend
• Thickness: Thick and stiff fabric trim with excellent natural support
• Care: Do not iron, wash, or expose to high temperatures, moisture, or UV rays
• Usable on both sides; woven edges are perfectly finished

This tatami-beri edging was designed by bag designer Kiyoka Akamine and featured in "What to Make with Tatami Edging? A Collection of Cute & Fun Handmade Ideas Using Tatami Edging." Please note that due to its traditional characteristics, the pattern and color may vary slightly depending on the production lot, and colors may appear differently depending on your monitor settings and room lighting.

Ordering & Cutting Guide

By the Half Yard (0.45m): Multiple quantities will be cut and shipped as one continuous piece (e.g., Qty 2 = 1 Yard / 0.9m; Qty 3 = 1.5 Yards / 1.35m).

Full Roll - 30% OFF (11 Yards / 10m): Sent as a complete, original roll. Select this option to instantly save 30% compared to the standard cut length price.

Discover endless crafting possibilities with this versatile decorative trim tape. Perfect for bag making and sewing, it serves as the ultimate sturdy accent for tote bag straps, crossbody bands, and decorative gussets. For pouches and wallets, the ideal width and stiffness create durable zip pouches and coin purses that maintain a crisp, professional shape. The finished edge tape also excels in bookbinding and journaling for textured book covers and unique layered accents, while crafters working with dollhouse miniatures find it the most authentic edge trim for 1:12 scale Japanese washitsu dioramas and architectural models. Its clean finishes mean woven edges will not fray, and cut ends can be easily folded in, bound with bias tape, or carefully heat-sealed for a polished, professional appearance.

Proudly made in Okayama, Japan, this authentic ribbon for crafting brings centuries of Japanese textile tradition directly to your hands. Browse our complete collection of specialty trims and materials designed for makers who refuse to compromise on quality or authenticity.