A Japanese living room is commonly referred to as a ‘Nihon no ima’ (日本の居間) in Japanese, where ‘ima’ translates to ‘living room’ or ‘sitting room’ in English. Another fun fact! In traditional Japanese architecture, there are specific names for different areas within a house. The formal reception room is called a ‘zashiki’ (座敷), and then there’s ‘tokonoma’. These spaces are a part of the living room area and contribute to the overall aesthetic and functionality of a Japanese-style living space!