Tatami
Tatami evokes the rustic, calm scent of dried straw and sun-baked hay, capturing the essence of traditional Japanese tatami mats.
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About Tatami
Scent Profile
Tatami is a scent that evokes traditional Japanese tatami mats, characterized by a rustic, calm aroma of dried straw and sun-baked hay. It features the dry, slightly green scent of igusa grass, with subtle earthy and smoky undertones. A distinctive 'potato-cabbage' nuance, derived from trace sulfur compounds, adds an unexpected rustic charm.
Use in Perfumery
Tatami is typically used in the middle to base notes to impart a natural, grounded atmosphere. It pairs well with woody notes like vetiver and cedar, creating a sense of stability and connection to the earth. It also blends with incense and resins to evoke a sacred, temple-like ambiance.
Did You Know?
Traditional tatami mats are crafted from igusa grass, a rush grass cultivated primarily in the Yatsushiro region of Kumamoto, Japan. The scent of tatami comes from essential oils in the grass, which are believed to have a relaxing effect. The key aroma compound is cyperone, which perfumers often recreate using cypriol oil, as natural cyperone is not readily available.
