Orders will be shipped within 1–2 weeks.
Designed with bag makers, bookbinders, and fiber artists in mind, this tatami edge tape brings authentic Japanese craftsmanship into your studio. Woven in Kojima, Kurashiki—a city celebrated for textile excellence—this jacquard ribbon trim is far more than decorative trim; it's a specialized material with genuine heritage and structural integrity. Its remarkable stiffness and clean woven edges make it the perfect choice for projects demanding both durability and refined finishing.
• Width: Approximately 8 cm; length available by the half yard, full yard, or complete 10-meter roll
• Material: Approximately 47% polyethylene, 23% polypropylene, and 30% polyester; medium-weight and naturally stiff
• Reversible design lets you showcase either side of the heart pattern, offering visual flexibility in your finished pieces
• Clean, finished woven edges that won't fray; cut ends can be folded, bound with bias tape, or carefully heat-sealed
• Made in Japan (Okayama Prefecture); do not iron or machine wash to preserve color and structure
Since its characteristics are traditional and artisanal, the pattern and color may vary slightly between production lots. Your monitor settings and room lighting may also affect how colors appear in photos compared to the actual material.
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.
Stiff fabric trim has endless applications across multiple crafting disciplines. Use it for tote bag straps and crossbody bag bands that hold their shape without heavy interfacing. It's equally stunning for zip pouch making, where the natural stiffness creates crisp, professional finishes in durable pouches and coin purses. Bookbinding supplies and journal spine trim benefit from its textured weight—layer it into book covers or create striking junk journal accents. Even miniaturists treasure tatami beri for 1:12 scale Japanese room dioramas and architectural models, where authenticity matters most.
This material is a piece of Japanese cultural history. For centuries, tatami edge tape has been used to bind and protect the edges of traditional Japanese tatami mats. By incorporating it into your handmade goods, you're telling a story rooted in generations of textile mastery and time-honored craftsmanship from the heart of Japan's weaving tradition.
