About this item
The “IGUSA diffuser” is an interior goods that makes it easier to enjoy the four main attractions of IGUSA(Japanese rush): healing, antibacterial, purification, and humidity control. The attractive staining and size of the bundles of rush grass will add color to your home.
Purification
Igusa is known for its ability to absorb nitrogen dioxide and formaldehyde.
Antibacterial
Igusa has been shown to have antimicrobial activity against food poisoning bacteria such as pathogenic Escherichia coli 0-157, Salmonella, and Staphylococcus aureus, as well as spoilage bacteria such as Bacillus and Bacillus micrococcus pathogens (Published in the Journal of The Society for Antibacterial and Antifungal Agents, JAPAN in 2002).
Humidity control
Thousands of igusa are used for each tatami mat. Tatami absorbs and exhales moisture to keep the humidity at 40%. So, we can say that rush grass is an eco-friendly air purifier and humidifier that does not require electricity. That is why old houses were comfortable without humidifiers and dehumidifiers.
Healing
The aroma of rush grass has a relaxing effect. This may be the reason why we often hear people say that Tatami rooms are relaxing. The aroma of rush grass has the same effect as that of forest bathing, calming the mind and healing the body and soul.
