Traditional tatami mats, in contrast to flat bamboo mats, are about two inches thick and about 3' x 6', crafted from woven rush grass stuffed with rice straw, framed with wood, and trimmed on the long sides with black cotton or silk brocade strips. We also offer a 3' x 3' size, as well as 6 other sizes to fit, in pairs, American standard full, queen, king, and California king, as well as Euro full, queen, and king sized mattresses or futons. We also offer an inexpensive, simple Goza Mat, a 3' x 6' single layer of woven rush grass bound with a black cotton edge.Our tatamis include a breathable moisture barrier to encourage evaporation and maintain warmth underfoot, discouraging mold growth under the panels. The Goza mat does not.As flooring, tatami mats are not as durable or as easy to clean as a wood floor and are not stain or water resistant, not a good choice for foot traffic- hallways, foyers, kitchens or bathrooms. Care is necessary to keep the woven rush grass tops clean and DRY. Yoga and massage studios and other health oriented enterprises use tatamis to create raised shoe-free zones within larger rooms.
Customers purchase singles or pairs to lay right on the floor for a small raised area, great for yoga or exercise, or for a simple tatami bed platform- an attractive alternative to a platform bed or a mattress foundation and frame.However, we also offer beautifully crafted all wood platform style Tatami Beds in Black, Walnut, and Honey stained. Designed for pairs, built to fit standard US queen, king, or California king sized mattresses or futons.Customers describe dozens of uses: natural floor coverings, simple bed platforms, table tops, entertainment centers, massage tables, shoe shelfs, and dog beds, to mention a few. We're sure you will find a use for many of our fine quality, low priced tatami mats.Off-the-beaten-path in Japantown, the 218-room Hotel Kabuki is a low-key alternative to the crowds and noise of downtown. It's got a serene vibe and traditional Japanese decor highlighted by the in-room soaking tubs. But the rooms are a bit worn, amenities are minimal, and the neighborhood gets quiet early.
In-room spa treatments available There's an entrance to the Japan Center malls in the hotel Shared balconies lined with worn-down Astroturf Valet parking is pricey, and there are only 22 spots available O Izakaya Lounge closed for dinner Sundays and Mondays Japantown may seem insular to outsiders and shuts down early. Off-the-beaten-path in Japantown, the 218-room Hotel Kabuki is a low-key alternative to the crowds and noise of downtown. Best Value Hotels in San Francisco Best Pet-Friendly Hotels in San Francisco Best Hotel Restaurants in San Francisco Hotel Kabuki is a quiet, relaxing alternative to touristy San Francisco areas, but the amenities are minimal, and there aren't a lot of nightlife options. Kabuki is a highly stylized Japanese costume drama, so it's a bit ironic that the San Francisco hotel sharing its name is so serene. Located in the heart of Japantown, the Hotel Kabuki offers an escape from the drama of high-traffic city areas.
At the Kabuki, you won't hear the clanging of a cable car, the partying of the Castro, or the braying of the tourist hordes at the Wharf, but you will hear the "aaahhhhhs" as guests lower themselves into their deep, in-room soaking tubs. Visitors who plan ahead can also get their Zen on -- free of charge for hot and cold pools, and a large steam room and sauna -- at the nearby Kabuki Springs & Spa, which draws folks from all over the city. Or, they can simply meditate amongst the bonsai trees, pigeons, and koi in the hotel's Japanese garden.Overall, the rooms are in need of an upgrade, but the bedding is fresh and details like the fusuma panels, rice paper shoji screens, and teakettles takes the mind off the neglect. The bathroom layout is odd, but that's because of the deep soaking tub, so it's a fair trade-off. The staff oozes "Serenity Now!" but they don't take themselves too seriously.Amenities are few, and the downturn in the tourist industry has led to a scaling back of perks, but the killer views, traditional Japanese decor, laid-back ambience, and warm solitary soaks are what the Hotel Kabuki has to offer.
The Kabuki's Japanese baseball-inspired O Izakaya Lounge is a favorite of local foodies who come for the creative shared plates (an izakaya is basically Japanese tapas), sake flights and shochu cocktails. It's not the the most happening spot in town, but it's one of the more intriguing.The same can be said for Japantown, which offers quiet nights at a reasonable price in a small authentic neighborhood. The Kabuki can cost less than $150 a night, a great deal considering it's only a mile from Union Square and under 2.5 miles from the Fell Street entrance to Golden Gate Park. The hotel, and Japantown itself, offers visitors a unique San Francisco experience for less yen. Maybe that's why the Kabuki seems so Zen, and so lacking in drama. Like the vibe, the service at the Hotel Kabuki is low-key. There is a Buddhist saying, "do not speak, unless it improves on silence," which is the vibe at the Kabuki. Everyone was gracious and attentive, but for the most part, the staff takes a low-key approach.
The Hotel Kabuki is steeped in serenity, so the staff's presence is understated. It's not the kind of place where joke-telling bell captains take charge (try the Serrano Hotel in Union Square for that), but it isn't unfriendly either.However, the Kabuki isn't staffed to the gills, and the recession has put a hold on turndowns and dinnertime room service. There's also no on-site concierge, but the parking attendants can set up an airport shuttle, no problem.There's a maximum in the adjoining garage, but it's expensive to have them open up during the off-hours Hotel Kabuki is tucked away from the crowds in the heart of Japantown, but not far from major attractions. Following the 1906 earthquake, a sizeable Japanese community grew out of the rubble at the southern end of Pacific Heights, but the internment during World War II devastated the area. It never regrew to its prewar size, but Japantown has steadfastly held onto its core, a roughly six-block area with designer Yoshiro Taniguchi's five-tier, 100-foot Peace Pagoda as its centerpiece.
The commercial district of Japantown is made up of the three buildings housing the Japan Center. Connected to the Kabuki through a shared entryway, it's a mall without chain stores that has plenty of inexpensive restaurants, a Kinokuniya Bookstore, and shops with Japanese items like antiques, bonsai trees, toys, and cat-themed knickknacks. Other than a few lackluster bars, there isn't a lot whole lot to do in the neighborhood after 8 p.m.For more interesting nightlife options, the Fillmore District is a short walk. A historically African-American neighborhood, the area has seen hard times and is still rough around the edges, but it's been revitalized in the last few years. The Fillmore is now home to a number of shops, eateries and music venues, most notably upscale jazz club/Japanese restaurant Yoshi's. Producer Bill Graham's legendary Fillmore Auditorium, the place back in the psychedelic rock days, remains an intimate spot with shows almost every night.Housed down the block in the Japan Center, the Sundance Kabuki screens the best in indie film while offering online reserved seating, balcony cocktails during the movies, live music, and numerous selections from the San Francisco International Film Festival.Closer to the Golden Gate Bridge, the Presidio, Haight-Ashbury, and Golden Gate Park than downtown hotelsAnime fans looking to stay in Japantown might prefer the Best Western Tomo with decor/design by renowned pop artist Heisuke "PCP" Kitazawa.14 miles from the airport