I bought this a while ago. I bought it because I thought, "I love it!" at first glance. I originally like traditional Japanese patterns, but I especially love the clean look of this Ichimatsu (checkered) pattern. I also liked the combination of red and green, and the gold and silver were gorgeous and glamorous. I think it can also be interpreted in a Western style, which seems universal. I was looking for something good because placing a teapot directly on a glass table or a lacquered table seemed like it would cause various problems, and this was the one that clicked! It feels a bit refined, and I think it can also be used as a trivet for a dobbin (teapot with a handle). I was going to buy it right away, but then I worried unnecessarily about the lacquer peeling off (lol), so I bought two, including a spare! As expected, I forgot to put one away...lol It has now made its appearance! Size: Approximately 13 x 13 x 1 cm #Placemat #Trivet #Teapot #TeapotMat #DobbinMat #Dobbin #Placemat #Guests #Customers #Hospitality