after the harvest ends, "tatami" is made. because japanese rooms are different sizes, "tatami" are made in different sizes. the base of the "tatami" is made first. "tatami" is woven with a special machine. it similar to the weaving on a kimono. the next part is the wick of tatami, called "toko". when the "toko" is 40 centimeters or more thick, and the shape is straightened. the mat is complete, and that is called "mushiro". the "tatami" is complete when it is joined to the toko and the decoration on the mat edges are sewn.