Tatami closes the generation gap. Lee Jong-hoon makes the old shop look more vibrant

Tatami (stack mats) were introduced to Taiwan during the Japanese colonial period. Quanxing Tatami Shop on Xinmei Street in Tainan is one of the few old handmade mat shops left in Taiwan. The founder, Li Jinshui, originally learned the art in Gangshan and opened the shop in 1947. It is currently run by the third generation, Li Zongxun. At only 37 years old, he has inherited his grandfather's skills and is hardworking and actively marketing the t…