| Japanese home decor is a little bit more than plain | | | | such as long grained cedar wood, rice paper, lacquer, |
| decorating a living space. It is about achieving a feeling | | | | bamboo, wicker, and beautiful fabrics of different silks. |
| of balance in the universe. This process is known as | | | | To add objects with an Eastern influence to your |
| Zen, which is essential in true Japanese home decor. | | | | Japanese home decor, you can try a few of the |
| With minimalism in furnishing the Japanese home decor | | | | classic and beautiful bits and pieces. A finely made |
| embraces space, and uses it as a way of balancing | | | | kimono can add art to a room without any effort at all, |
| the Yin and Yang. | | | | because a Japanese kimono is considered to be the |
| Less is always more when it comes to Japanese | | | | canvas of the Japanese artist. Wedding kimonos and |
| home decor. The same principle goes to color or lack | | | | fans are considered extremely valuable and |
| thereof - Japanese interiors are usually a blend of | | | | decorative. Even hanging a kimono on a clothing stand |
| neutral and natural colors, which will provide a simple | | | | or decorative bar can make a statement in any room |
| background. Black is considered a necessary element | | | | with Japanese home decor. |
| in the color palette, but it is used more for defining form | | | | A wide sash worn with a kimono is called an obi - it |
| and aligning structures more than for actual color. Since | | | | can make an excellent table runner or be framed as a |
| black doesn't clash with anything, the Japanese culture | | | | piece of art. If you are looking for something a bit more |
| uses it as part of bringing a harmonious feel to a room. | | | | unique, you can group a collection of obis behind your |
| Vivid colors are used, but generally only in a single | | | | bed to make a fabulous headboard. A Keyaki is a |
| form. If you select a red piece of art, do not mix it on | | | | gorgeous antique door that can be used as a desk |
| the same wall with another vivid color. A colorful piece | | | | top, or coffee table top. Lastly, a sake keg can double |
| is meant to stand out as a focal point of the room. If | | | | as a plant holder. Depending on the size, you could also |
| you use the same color in other parts of the room, the | | | | use it as a vase, end table, or lamp base. |
| original piece will lose its potency. | | | | If you want your home to look unique and exotic, |
| Instead of mixing different colors together, you can | | | | choose Japanese home decor style. Your imagination |
| select contrasting finishes and textures for various | | | | and widespread eastern influence can help you create |
| items - this is how you can achieve an integral part of | | | | a room that is both beautiful and well-balanced. |
| balancing. Japanese home decor has many textures | | | | |