Tsubo to Jō Square Meter & Feet Converter

Traditional Units: Both Tsubo (坪) and Jō (畳) are traditional Japanese units of area measurement, still commonly used in real estate and architecture.

Historical Context: The Jō (畳) literally means "tatami mat" and became standardized during the Edo period (1603-1867). The size of a room in traditional Japanese architecture is often measured by the number of tatami mats it can hold.

Modern Usage: While metric units are officially used in Japan, real estate listings often include measurements in both Tsubo and square meters. One Tsubo equals the area of two standard tatami mats.

Fun Fact: The traditional Japanese tea room is typically designed to be 4.5 tatami mats in size (approximately 2.25 Tsubo or 7.44 square meters), which is considered the ideal space for intimate tea ceremonies.