Tatami-beri Ribbon, Japanese Jacquard Trim | Blue-Eyed Cat Design, 8cm Wide

A perfect gift for crafters and makers who appreciate traditional Japanese textiles, or anyone who values cultural heritage and authentic materials. This tatami-beri ribbon captures the timeless appeal of materials used for centuries in Japanese architecture, now reimagined for your modern creative studio. The blue-eyed cat design created by Masaya Oka brings an adorable, charming character to this heavyweight jacquard trim, making it as delightful to work with as it is durable.

• Width: 8cm; Length: 10m per roll (available in half-yard cuts or full roll with 30% discount)
• Material: Approximately 44% polyethylene, 55% polyester, and 1% polypropylene for exceptional durability and structure
• Thickness: Heavyweight fabric with remarkable stiffness that holds its shape, often eliminating the need for additional interfacing
• Made in Kojima, Kurashiki City, Okayama Prefecture—a region globally renowned for premium textile manufacturing
• Care: Do not iron or machine wash; avoid high temperatures, moisture, and direct UV rays to prevent shrinkage or color changes

Please note that due to loose threads on the reverse side, we recommend using only the front face of this tape. Slight variations in pattern, color, and thickness may occur between production lots due to the traditional weaving process. Product photos are displayed as close to actual colors as possible, though monitor settings and room lighting may affect how colors appear.

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.

Designed for endless creative possibilities, this sturdy fabric trim is perfect for bag making accents on tote straps and crossbody bands, crafting durable pouches and wallets that maintain a crisp professional shape, bookbinding projects and journal covers, and even 1:12 scale dollhouse dioramas. The woven ribbon's perfectly finished edges resist fraying, and cut ends can be easily folded in, bound with bias tape, or carefully heat-sealed for immaculate results. Unlike standard decorative ribbon, this Japanese textile features natural structural integrity that makes it the ultimate choice for makers seeking authentic, tactile materials with genuine cultural significance.

This tatami edge tape was produced as part of the Design Goals project, a collaborative initiative where creators with disabilities, designers, and companies team up to develop innovative products. This Okayama Prefecture Bizen Regional Bureau project (FY2020) supports design businesses that utilize art by people with disabilities. Explore our full collection of Japanese heritage crafting materials and discover more thoughtfully designed products for your studio.