The fabric feels like felt, but it's smooth and high-quality. There's no pilling. This is a new, unused item, but it has been stored for a long time. Please refrain from purchasing if you are concerned. It was used as a mat to decorate the delivery, placed on a tokonoma or tatami mat. The felt mat enhances the engagement gifts and creates a luxurious atmosphere. The felt mat is an essential item for preparing for an engagement ceremony. It elevates the dignity of the engagement gifts and creates a wonderful engagement setting. It will be shipped via Yu-Packet Post.