standard pillar spacing in eastern Japan; approx. 182 cm module
Traditional architectural module used in eastern Japan (Kanto region). Contrasts with 京間 (Kyoto-size module).
See also: 京間
Kanto-size tatami mat; approx. 176 cm × 88 cm
Tatami mat size based on the inakama module. Slightly smaller than a Kyoma tatami.
See also: 京間
The inakama pillar spacing is narrower than the Kyoma spacing.
This room is laid with Kanto-size tatami mats.
Compound of 田舎 (inaka, 'countryside', here referring to the Kanto region) and 間 (ma, 'space, interval'). The term distinguishes the eastern Japan architectural standard from the Kyoto standard (京間).