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<item>
  <title>Chabudai, in Burned cedar touch</title>
  <link>http://traditionsofjapan.com/product_info.php?products_id=180</link>
  <description>
Material: Ceder(hard wood), with polyurethane coloring
Origin: China
Size: 880mm x 880mm (W34.7in x H34.7in)
WT:13,000g
Included: Comes in a cardboard box
Note:  *Legs can be folded. 
         *Price noted is an estimate to give you an idea. It may change without notice.

&quot;Chabudai&quot; is a small portable dining low table that has been used commonly in Japanese homes from 100 years ago.  It was used not only as dining table but also as working desk and chatting.  So, you can think of Chabudai as a must item in a Japanese Tatami room.
If you have chance to watch Japanese Anime or TV drama, Chabudai often made its appearances.  Chabudai also served a  important role to show how angry a father was.....yes,  angry fathers flipped them over when  foods were still on the table.  Now, unfortunately, for many Japanese fathers,  this ritual has been long gone from many Japanese dining scenes and become a thing of a past. 
No,  you don&#039;t have to flip it over to feel good old Japan. All you have to do is set it in your Tatami room. That will do the magic! 
The price is  about US$220. It can be yours for around US$395 including shipping..  EURO150 and EURO285 respectively.
This excerpt is licensed under the GNU Free Documentation License.
It uses material from the Wikipedia article &quot;Chabudai&quot;.
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  <price>21,525YEN</price>
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    <title>Chabudai, in Burned cedar touch</title>
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<item>
  <title>TATAMI Room to Go</title>
  <link>http://traditionsofjapan.com/product_info.php?products_id=179</link>
  <description>
material:  Tatami  mat-Igusa(rush) straw,   Shoji screen-wood, reinforced Washi paper
Origin: Japan
Size: Tatami-W820mm x L820mm  Thickness10mm [W32.3in x L32.3in x 0.4in]
        Shoji Byoubu- W(450mm x 4folding) x H1200mm x thickness20mm  [W(17.7in x 4folding) x L47.2in
WT: 16000g total
Included: 6 Tatami units, 1Shoji Byoubu
NOTE: *Be careful when taking out of a box
*Tatami mats and Shoji will change color as it ages
*Do not clean using wet cloth, always dust dry
*Allow delivery time of 2 to 4 weeks as this is a popular item.
*Price noted is an estimate to give you an idea. It may change without notice.

If you are a Japan lover, you must wondered having a  Tatami room.  But, unless you live in Japan,  having a Tatami Room has been  quite a  luxury.   But, now with &quot;Tatami room to go&quot;  you can make a Tatami room in your own home at a snap.   Tatami Room to Go uses a genuine rush straw and a Shoji screen used in an authentic Japanese Tatami room to make you feel at Japan as soon as you put together this easy to assemble kit.    165cm x 250cm (5.4ft x 8.2ft) open space in any room such as living room is all you need to put together the Tatami units and  stand that 
Shoji screen room divider.  &quot;Tatami Room to Go&quot;  is a starter kit for your new Japanese life-style. The price of these goods is about 350USD or 230EUR, and the amount of price including the shipment expense in total less than 600USD or 400EUR, it will be delivered to your door. It is only up to you how to decorate your Tatami room to make yourself at Japan.

This excerpt is licensed under the GNU Free Documentation License.
It uses material from the Wikipedia article &quot;Washitsu&quot;.
  </description>
  <price>34,620YEN</price>
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    <title>TATAMI Room to Go</title>
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<item>
  <title>ONSEN Futon 3 piece set (Blue)</title>
  <link>http://traditionsofjapan.com/product_info.php?products_id=178</link>
  <description>
Material: Cotton, Polyester
Origin: Japan
Size: Bottom Mat-  W1000mm x H2000mm (W39.4in x W78.7in) 
Comforter- W1500mm x H2000mm (W59.1in x W78.7in)
Pillow- W500mm x H350mm (W19.7in x H13.8in)
WT: 7000g
Included: 3piece set( 1 Bottom Mat, 1conforter, 1 Pillow )
Note: *Futon is Japanese single size. Please check the size
*Allow 3 weeks for delivery
*Price noted is an estimate to give you an idea. It may change without notice.

Futon is used in Japan and some countries in East Asia.  In Japan,  it is used on Tatami mats.  Imagine sleeping in futon on Tatami mats,  a soothing  and refreshing sleep is waiting for you. 
Futon is so much different from bed as you have to fold and stow it every morning.  Of course, you could visit Japan and sleep in one at Onsen Ryokan( Hot Spring Inns).  But why?  You can do just that at your own room.  Sleep in Futon and you will wake up feeling the cultural difference every day.
The price of these goods is about 220USD or 150EUR, and it can be yours for around about 330USD or 240EUR including shipping.
This excerpt is licensed under the GNU Free Documentation License.
It uses material from the Wikipedia article &quot;Futon&quot;.
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  <price>21,250YEN</price>
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    <title>ONSEN Futon 3 piece set (Blue)</title>
    <link>http://traditionsofjapan.com/product_info.php?products_id=178</link>
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<item>
  <title>Craft BONSAI tree</title>
  <link>http://traditionsofjapan.com/product_info.php?products_id=177</link>
  <description>
Material: Bread Cray, Paper, metal wire
Origin: Japan
Size: W300mm x D200mm x H270mm (W11.8in x D7.9in x H10.6in)
WT:1500g
Included: Wooden sign
Note: *Expect variation in finish as it is handmade
*The pot is a porcelain and fragile, display it at stable surface
*Allow 3 weeks for delivery as it is a made at order
*Price noted is an estimate to give you an idea. It may change without notice.

Bonsai tree is very popular in many countries.  However, it is extremely difficult to export plants from Japan due to the custom&#039;s quarantine regulations.  But don&#039;t worry, we have a artificial Bonsai tree that looks just like the living original: the craft bonsai.  The craft bonsai is actually made from a molding made from actual bonsai tree and formed with materials such as bread Cray and the wire.  Therefore, you never have to take care of it. 
Pine, bamboo, and plum tree, which are Japanese lucky symbols, are all displayed. With bonsai tree in your Tatami room, you can really feel Japanese beauty at home. 
The price of these goods is about 150USD or 100EUR, and it can be yours for around about 190USD or 130EUR including shipping.

This excerpt is licensed under the GNU Free Documentation License.
It uses material from the Wikipedia article &quot;Bonsai&quot;.
  </description>
  <price>14,280YEN</price>
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    <title>Craft BONSAI tree</title>
    <link>http://traditionsofjapan.com/product_info.php?products_id=177</link>
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  <title>SAMURAI Kouro  incense burner</title>
  <link>http://traditionsofjapan.com/product_info.php?products_id=176</link>
  <description>
Material: Zinc Alloy (Die-casted)
Origin: Japan
Size: W115mm x D95mm x H187mm  (W4.5in x D3.7in x H7.4in)
WT: 2500g
Included:  Insence(made in Thailand), comes in a paper box
Note: *Sorry you cannot select the scent.
*Allow about 2 weeks for delivery
*Price noted is an estimate to give you an idea. It may change without notice.

In Japan, there is a tradition to set back from everyday life and enjoy peace in quiet.  To enjoy the scent of incense from Kouro, a incense burner, as the smoke curtain climbs out is such a rich way to treat yourself.  
Imagine yourself burning a incense in a Tatami room, close your eyes and feel the peace in mind as time slowly passes,  that is when you truely enjoy the rich Japanese culture. Kouro is a highly decorative instrument and they are generally made in ceramic or metal alloy from old times. 
 This incense burner is available for even incense box.
Enjoy the peaceful time at home the t Kouro bring you!
The price is about US$100. It can be yours for around US$150 including shipping.. EURO70 and EURO110 respectively.

This excerpt is licensed under the GNU Free Documentation License.
It uses material from the Wikipedia article &quot;Kouro&quot;.
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  <price>10,000YEN</price>
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    <title>SAMURAI Kouro  incense burner</title>
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  <title>SAMURAI Flower vase</title>
  <link>http://traditionsofjapan.com/product_info.php?products_id=175</link>
  <description>
Material: Brass
Origin: Japan
Size:  W110mm x H180mm (W4.3in x H7.1in)
WT: 3,000g
Included:  Wooden base (W180mm-7.08in), 1 artificial flower,  comes in cardboard box
Note:  Yes you can use natural flower as well . It holds water.
         Sorry, flower type comes already prefixed.
         Price noted is an estimate to give you an idea. It may change without notice.

Flower vases in Japan are used in Buddhists ceremonies in the beginning.  It gained more artistic value as Sadou, a tea ceremony, became popular.  Since, many methods  such as pottery, Japanese lacquer and copper ware were used to make them. 
Samirai is engraved by hand on this particular piece to help anyone image Japan at a glance.  This special piece in a Tatami room or in just any place in you house will certainly make a Japanese corner with Samirai. That will surely let you imagine Japan.  It comes with a wooden base and a artificial flower so that you can display it in your room as soon as you receive it . 
The price is  about US$140. It can be yours for around US$200 including shipping..  EURO95 and EURO145 respectively. 

This excerpt is licensed under the GNU Free Documentation License.
It uses material from the Wikipedia article &quot;Samurai&quot;.
  </description>
  <price>14,000YEN</price>
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    <url>http://traditionsofjapan.com/images/SAMURAI kabin 3.JPG</url>
    <title>SAMURAI Flower vase</title>
    <link>http://traditionsofjapan.com/product_info.php?products_id=175</link>
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  <title>Zabuton (sakura blossom) 2 pieces</title>
  <link>http://traditionsofjapan.com/product_info.php?products_id=174</link>
  <description>
Material: Cotton, Polyester
Origin: Japan
Size:  W590mm x D550mm (W23.2in x H23.7in)
WT: 3000g
Included: 2 zabutons
Note: *Zabuton cover can be taken off for cleaning.
        *Sorry, design for Zabuton comes already prefixed.
        *Price noted is an estimate to give you an idea. It may change without notice.

Zabuton, a seating cushion, is essential when you sit on Tatami mats.  In addition, when folded in half, Japanese people use it as a pillow to lie on Tatami mats and relax.  It is said that Zabuton appeared first in Kamakura era, and later in Edo era it became to be what we know it today.  Zabuton has been appreciated and loved from old times. 
This particular Zabuton comes in dirrerent colors on each side to match just any room.
The price is  about US$60. It can be yours for around US$120 including shipping..  EURO40 and EURO80 respectively.

This excerpt is licensed under the GNU Free Documentation License.
It uses material from the Wikipedia article &quot;Zabuton&quot;.
  </description>
  <price>6,000YEN</price>
  <image>
    <url>http://traditionsofjapan.com/images/Zabuton1.JPG</url>
    <title>Zabuton (sakura blossom) 2 pieces</title>
    <link>http://traditionsofjapan.com/product_info.php?products_id=174</link>
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  <title>MAIKO Flower vase</title>
  <link>http://traditionsofjapan.com/product_info.php?products_id=172</link>
  <description>
Material: Brass
Origin: Japan
Size:  W110mm x H180mm (W4.3in x H7.08in)
WT: 3,000g
Included:  Wooden base (W180mm-7.08in), 1 artificial flower,  comes in cardboard box
Note:  Yes you can use natural flower as well . It holds water.
         Sorry, flower type comes already prefixed.
         Price noted is an estimate to give you an idea. It may change without notice.

Flower vases in Japan are used in Buddhists ceremonies in the beginning.  It gained more artistic value as Sadou, a tea ceremony, became popular.  Since, many methods  such as pottery, Japanese lacquer and copper ware were used to make them. 
Maiko is engraved by hand on this particular piece to help anyone image Japan at a glance.  This special piece in a Tatami room or in just any place in you house will certainly make a Japanese corner with Maiko. That will surely let you imagine Japan.  It comes with a wooden base and a artificial flower so that you can display it in your room as soon as you receive it . 
The price is  about 140USD or 95EUR, and it can be yours for around about 200USD or 145EUR including shipping.
  </description>
  <price>14,000YEN</price>
  <image>
    <url>http://traditionsofjapan.com/images/Maiko flower vase 2.JPG</url>
    <title>MAIKO Flower vase</title>
    <link>http://traditionsofjapan.com/product_info.php?products_id=172</link>
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  <title>Mt.FUJI Flower vase</title>
  <link>http://traditionsofjapan.com/product_info.php?products_id=171</link>
  <description>
Material: Brass
Origin: Japan
Size:  W110mm x H180mm (W4.3in x H7.08in)
WT: 3,000g
Included:  Wooden base (W180mm-7.08in), 1 artificial flower,  comes in cardboard box
Note:  Yes you can use natural flower as well . It holds water.
         Sorry, flower type comes already prefixed.
         Price noted is an estimate to give you an idea. It may change without notice.

Flower vases in Japan are used in Buddhists ceremonies in the beginning.  It gained more artistic value as Sadou, a tea ceremony, became popular.  Since, many methods  such as pottery, Japanese lacquer and copper ware were used to make them. 
Mt. Fuji is engraved by hand on this particular piece to help anyone image Japan at a glance.  This special piece in a Tatami room or in just any place in you house will certainly make a Japanese corner with Mt. Fuji. That will surely let you imagine Japan.  It comes with a wooden base and a artificial flower so that you can display it in your room as soon as you receive it . 
The price is  about 140USD or 95EUR, and it can be yours for around about 200USD or 145EUR including shipping.

This excerpt is licensed under the GNU Free Documentation License.
It uses material from the Wikipedia article &quot;Mount_Fuji&quot;.
  </description>
  <price>14,000YEN</price>
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    <url>http://traditionsofjapan.com/images/flower vase FUJI 2.JPG</url>
    <title>Mt.FUJI Flower vase</title>
    <link>http://traditionsofjapan.com/product_info.php?products_id=171</link>
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  <title>Nanakusa Kouro incense burner</title>
  <link>http://traditionsofjapan.com/product_info.php?products_id=167</link>
  <description>
Material: Zinc Alloy (Die-casted)
Origin: Japan
Size: W95mm x D95mm x H123mm (W3.7in x D3.7in x H4.8in)
WT: 1100g
Included:  Insence(made in Thailand), comes in a wooden box
Note: *Rap with news paper and stow the empty box dry
*Sorry you cannot select the scent.
*Allow about 2 weeks for delivery
*Price noted is an estimate to give you an idea. It may change without notice.

In Japan, there is a tradition to set back from everyday life and enjoy peace in quiet.  To enjoy the scent of incense from Kouro, a incense burner, as the smoke curtain climbs out is such a rich way to treat yourself. 
Imagine yourself burning a incense in a Tatami room, close your eyes and feel the peace in mind as time slowly passes,  that is when you truely enjoy the rich Japanese culture.
Kouro is a highly decorative instrument and they are generally made in ceramic or metal alloy from old times.  
The Nanakusa Kouro designed on the surface is the seven autumn flowers(autumn nanakusa), a bush flower(hagi), a Chinese bell flower(kikyou), a creeper(kuzu), a pink(nadeshiko), Japanese pampas grass(obana), Patrinia(jorouhana), and a boneset(fujibakama). Enjoy the peaceful time at home the Kouro bring you!
 The price of these goods is about 80USD or 55EUR, and it can be yours for around about 110USD or 80EUR including shipping. 

This excerpt is licensed under the GNU Free Documentation License.
It uses material from the Wikipedia article &quot;Kodo&quot;.
  </description>
  <price>12,800YEN</price>
  <image>
    <url>http://traditionsofjapan.com/images/nanakusa kouro_1.jpg</url>
    <title>Nanakusa Kouro incense burner</title>
    <link>http://traditionsofjapan.com/product_info.php?products_id=167</link>
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  <title>Hira-ita No.8 , display wooden base</title>
  <link>http://traditionsofjapan.com/product_info.php?products_id=166</link>
  <description>
material: wood
origin: Japan
size: W240mm x D160mm x H18mm (W9.5in x D6.3in x H0.7in)
wt: 750g
included: in card board box
note: *Take extra care when taking out of a box
*Avoid direct sunlight
*Allow 2 weeks for delivery
*Price noted is an estimate to give you an idea. It may change without notice.

When you want to display things in a Tatami room, wooden bases or shelves are commonly used .  They are required to match Tatami setting and to be modestly designed not to overwhelm the decoration on them.  Japanese expects them , not to stand out, but rather to work as a supporting part(s)  to draw the most aesthetic out of a Tatami room.  Display Japanese bonsai tree, flower vase or Kouro incense burner to elegantly produce &quot;Wa, your style&quot;
The price of these goods is about 25USD or 18EUR, and it can be yours for around about 45USD or 35EUR including shipping.
  </description>
  <price>2,500YEN</price>
  <image>
    <url>http://traditionsofjapan.com/images/Woody base 1.JPG</url>
    <title>Hira-ita No.8 , display wooden base</title>
    <link>http://traditionsofjapan.com/product_info.php?products_id=166</link>
  </image>
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<item>
  <title>Seisui Kouro incense burner & incense box</title>
  <link>http://traditionsofjapan.com/product_info.php?products_id=163</link>
  <description>
Material: Cast Iron
Origin: Japan
Size: W86mm x D86mm x H93mm (W3.4in x D3.4in x H3.7in)
WT: 1000g
Included:  Insence(made in Thailand), Plastic planking, Wooden sign, comes in a paper box
Note: * This incense burner is available for even incense box. 
*Sorry you cannot select the scent.
*Allow about 2 weeks for delivery
*Price noted is an estimate to give you an idea. It may change without notice

In Japan, there is a tradition to set back from everyday life and enjoy peace in quiet.  To enjoy the scent of incense from Kouro, a incense burner, as the smoke curtain climbs out is such a rich way to treat yourself.  
Imagine yourself burning a incense in a Tatami room, close your eyes and feel the peace in mind as time slowly passes,  that is when you truely enjoy the rich Japanese culture. Kouro is a highly decorative instrument and they are generally made in ceramic or metal alloy from old times. 
 This incense burner can also be used as a incense box.
Enjoy the peaceful time at home the t Kouro bring you!
The price of these goods is about 25USD or 20EUR, and it can be yours for around about 50USD or 40EUR including shipping.

This excerpt is licensed under the GNU Free Documentation License.
It uses material from the Wikipedia article &quot;Kouro&quot;.
  </description>
  <price>2,425YEN</price>
  <image>
    <url>http://traditionsofjapan.com/images/Kouro&kougo 1.JPG</url>
    <title>Seisui Kouro incense burner & incense box</title>
    <link>http://traditionsofjapan.com/product_info.php?products_id=163</link>
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