kotatsu; table over an electric heater (orig. a charcoal brazier in a floor well) with a hanging quilt that retains heatpolite (teineigo) languagefemale term or languagesee also 炬燵【こたつ】
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kotatsu; table over an electric heater
This term refers to a type of low table that is traditionally used in Japanese homes during the colder months. It is designed to keep people warm and cozy, typically featuring a heat source underneath and a quilt draped over it. It is a central piece of furniture for gathering and spending time with family and friends during winter.