Have you picked up on the Japanese tea garden home interior trend? This trend is all about calm colours, nature-based palettes and creating a serene space. Think the blue of sea and sky, soft greens and ochre yellows, all accessorised with natural textures like stone and wood. Add a cup of green tea and some birdsong for instant relaxation. It’s a lovely interior trend and if you’d like to incorporate the theme into your decor, then here are our favourite picks.
Japanese porcelain noodle bowl, Rex London
These cute little blue and white bowls are great for serving at the table, but would also look good filled with sweets, pot pourri or even bulbs. Made in Japan, they’re available in different shapes and finishes for an eclectic look. £15.95, available from Rex London.
Japanese garden wallpaper, Mind the Gap
Perfect for bringing the outside in and creating a feature wall, this pretty paper is made from non-woven substrate and printed with eco-friendly inks. Delicate flowers and small green leaves blossom beautifully together, with each element carefully detailed into a complex design. £249 for three rolls, available from Mind the Gap.
Wings Dark wallpaper, Hovia
How lovely is this wallpaper, featuring a Japanese style scene in shades of green, gold and white? The design of birds, clouds and Japanese-style architecture will bring a soothing atmosphere into your home. Create a breath of fresh air and welcome new energy into your living area, bedroom, home office, or hallway. Prices start at £43/m2, available from Hovia.
Bamboo fan wall hanging, Oliver Bonas
Weave texture into your living space with this natural bamboo fan wall hanging. Made from bamboo, the fan-shaped design is accented with a pair of pink tassels at the centre and comes with a loop for easy hanging. Perfect for adding a touch of natural, artisanal style to living rooms, bedrooms or hallways, it costs £45 from Oliver Bonas.
Tsuru II trio of prints, Aureous
Fill your space with the perfect blend of vintage and modern aesthetics with this trio of wall art prints featuring majestic cranes soaring over the moon. Derived from vintage Japanese art, these graceful birds are embellished with gold-toned abstract patterns, all set against a textured and bold sapphire blue backdrop. The perfect finishing touch for a bedroom, the set costs £32.99 from Aureous.
Plum blossom and full moon mural, Wallsauce
Bring an oriental touch to your home with this simple but beautiful mural, painted by Ohara Koson. The delicate grey and off-white tones will complement any decor. Pair with neutral tones, sharp white and dusky pinks for a relaxing, soothing atmosphere. Printed to order, prices start at £34/m2 from Wallsauce.
Small blue and white tea jar, Shimu
These smaller ceramic jars are reproductions of storage jars once used to hold tea for shipping. Each one is glazed in cobalt blue with a floral pattern, framing the central Chinese ‘cha’ character for tea. The jars come with a lid with a brass ring handle. Still perfect today as tea jars or just as lovely ornaments. They’d also be useful in a bathroom, for holding cotton wool. £85 each, available from Shimu.
To finish off the look, pair with a traditional Japanese bonsai tree, and create the right atmosphere with a tranquil soundtrack of natural noises such as running water or birdsong. Add a scented candle or diffuser with a fresh, floral smell of cherry blossom and be transported to the world of Japan.
(Post originally published June 2020; last updated June 2026)
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