Japanese style is very special and differs from all the rest Asian styles. The simplicity is coming from the regular shapes of the furniture, the good organization of elements in the room and the free space around. Japanese homes also bring nature inside through large, expansive windows that allow a view of nature from every angle.
Japanese style living rooms possess these simplicity, comfort, serene and modern, sometimes ultra-minimalist elements, and the word Zen sums it all up. Clean and uncluttered living, holding tightly to balance, order, ancient customs and a love for natural beauty – this is what a Japanese living room is about. So, how to add a Japanese feel to your living room?
Color Palette
Japanese homes are usually decorated in natural colors, which are derived from the browns of wooden elements, and the greens of plants. Grey and neutrals are widely used everywhere in the rooms, so the result is a calming, soothing modern space. Don’t forget of houseplants to bring more nature inside. Adding traditional Japanese plants, such as bonsai and bamboo, into your home will give it a small Japanese cultural touch. Fill the home with natural light – make large windows and ceiling openings with skylights. Try keeping your windows clear of any obstruction, but if this is not possible, then opt for a simple bamboo shade or sheer, gauzy curtain panels.
This modern Japanese living room is done in cream and light green with light woods.
Japanese folk interior in shades of brown and beige.
A wall art with a peaceful tree is perfect for a calm living room design. (Inform Interiors).
Modern small living room with an extensive use of light wood and cream walls.
A built-in bench seat with floor cushions is an awesome addition to a living room. (Arte Living Design Studio Pte Ltd).
Modern Japanese interior in cream, grey and with brown accents.
A living room inspired by a Japanese "scholar's study". (Feinmann, Inc.).
Potted greenery is essential to bring more natural touches to the interior.
Light living room in cream with blue accents.
Japanese-inspired space in dark grey and cream with lots of wood used.
Minimalist Japanese interior and a window covered with bamboo shades.
Japanese-Styled Furniture
Japanese-styled living rooms aren’t cluttered or filled with furniture too much. Most of furniture is usually low, modern, laconic and there are floor cushions. You can buy a traditional Japanese heater table called kokatsu, which is used for everything from having tea to studying. Place your furniture on a tatami, a traditional Japanese mat. Another way to go is to use modern, clean-lined and made of natural wood furniture, and lighting should be angular and modern.
Tatami with floor chairs and a low tea table.
Minimalist Zen furniture of dark wood and grey cushions.
Tea ceremony area with a low wooden table and floor cushions.
Asian inspired furniture is the simplest way to design a japanese-inspired living room. (Thompson Raissis Architects).
Turn a part of a living room into a japanese themed teahouse. (HartmanBaldwin Design/Build).
Tea ceremony zone with a low rough wood table and floor cushions.
Minimalist floor table in matte black and a floor carpet.
Japanese-style chairs with cushions and a table.
Kokatsu is a traditional heater table that can be used in your decor.
Low Japanese-styled couch in light colors.
Wood And Bamboo Décor
Natural wood elements is one of the best ways to harmonize the space, and it’s characteristic of any Asian interior. Bamboo is very popular for Eastern homes, and it’s a great type of wood to use; bamboo will add a cool Japanese flavor to your room. Any clean and serene space will be accentuated with bamboo and will get an Asian-inspired look.
Modern Japanese living and dining space with large windows and mabmboo shades.
Bamboo curtains are a nice way to incorporate this material into decor.
Wooden floors, furniture and accessories are right what you need for a Japanese living room.
Furniture is the easiest way to incorporate wood into a Japanese living room.
Bamboo screens for hiding a TV unit.
Japanese Style Sliding Doors Or Screens
Screens are an indispensable part of Japanese homes because they are often small and saving every inch of space is essential. An authentic Japanese screen is called a Shoji, and it is an essential design element in Japanese homes. Modern versions of such screens can be found in stores and they are sure to bring a cool Asian flavor to your home, even if they aren’t dividers but just wall decor.
Japanese-styled screens instead of doors give this space a stylized look.
Zen interior with a black bamboo screen for separating zones.
25 panel curtains that remind of Japanese screens.
Shoji screens and Japanese wall art give the serene interiors an oriental touch.
Shoji-style screens for living room decor.