noun
living room; family room
Refers to a traditional Japanese-style living room where the family gathers, often with a low table and tatami flooring. In modern usage, it can also refer to a casual family room in any style of home.
家族は夕食後、茶の間でテレビを見た。
After dinner, the family watched TV in the living room.
祖母はいつも茶の間でお茶を飲んでいる。
Grandmother is always drinking tea in the family room.