Tatami Edge Tape, Japanese Jacquard Ribbon | Stiff Trim | Bag Making, Bookbinding, Crafting

With its impressive stiffness and authentic Japanese heritage, this tatami edge tape is a specialized trim that brings structural integrity to modern craft projects. Woven in Kojima, a city celebrated worldwide for premium textile manufacturing, this material carries centuries of cultural significance—traditionally used to bind and protect the edges of Japanese tatami mats—and now reimagined for your creative studio. Every roll delivers the clean finished edges and durable craftsmanship that set this woven craft material apart from standard ribbons.

• Width: Approximately 8 cm; Length: Approximately 10 m per roll
• Material: Approximately 53% polyethylene, 1% polypropylene, 46% polyester
• Thickness: Thick and stiff with excellent structural support
• Care: Do not iron or wash; protect from high temperatures, moisture, and direct UV rays
• Origin: Made in Japan (Kojima, Kurashiki City, Okayama Prefecture)

Due to loose threads on the reverse side, we recommend using only the front face of the tape. The pattern and color may vary slightly between production lots, and monitor settings and room lighting can affect how colors appear in your space.

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.

This stiff trim excels across countless applications: bag making supplies gain professional structure through crossbody bag straps and decorative gussets, pouches and wallets maintain crisp shapes for zip pouches and coin purses, and bookbinding projects come alive with textured book covers and unique journal spine trim. The material's natural support often eliminates the need for heavy interfacing, while its perfectly finished long woven edges will not fray—cut ends can be easily folded, bound with bias tape, or carefully heat-sealed for a polished result. From structural bag bases to authentic 1:12 scale Japanese washitsu dioramas and architectural models, this versatile tape opens endless creative possibilities for makers seeking tactile, heritage-inspired materials that deliver both beauty and durability.

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