Should I use the ID or the full path for the Kotatsu category?

You can use either the ID 4484 or the full path Furniture > Tables > Kotatsu. Both are accepted, but using the numeric ID is often preferred as it is language-independent.

Does this category require extra attributes like size or color?

No, the Kotatsu category does not require apparel-specific attributes like size, color, or gender. Ensure you provide standard product identifiers like GTIN, brand, and MPN.

Can I use product_type to define this category instead?

No, product_type is a free-form attribute for your own classification. You must still provide the google_product_category to help Google understand the product type correctly.

Google product category

Kotatsu

Category ID4484

Full path for the feedFurniture > Tables > Kotatsu

Product examples in this category (US market)

Real products found in Google Shopping, shown as examples.

Kagetu Walnut Natural Edge Kotatsu
KEN JAPAN Kotatsu Heater Table
Rocca Japanese Ash Wood Grain Veneer Checkered Pattern Kotatsu
Yamazen Casual Kotatsu Japanese Heated Table
BJDesign Kotatsu Japanese Heated Table
Antique Kotatsu Table
Zen Hinoki Wood Kotatsu Coffee Table
Japanese Camphor Wood Round Kotatsu Table
Japandi Kotatsu Coffee Table
Yamazen Kotatsu Table
AZUMAYA Wooden Walnut Kotatsu Heater Table
Supremo Dining Kotatsu Set
IRIS Ohyama Casual Kotatsu
Japanese Solid Cedar Wood Heated Kotatsu
Japanese Cedar Kotatsu Ayano

Understanding the Kotatsu Category

The Kotatsu category, identified by the numeric ID 4484, refers to the specific Japanese heated table classification within the Google product taxonomy. It falls under the path Furniture > Tables > Kotatsu and represents the final, most granular level available in the hierarchy.

Included Products

This category is intended for traditional and modern Japanese-style heated tables. Based on examples from the US market, this includes items such as:

Solid wood coffee tables featuring integrated heating elements.
Casual or veneer-finish Kotatsu tables with checkered patterns.
Dining-height Kotatsu sets designed for use with heavy blankets.
Custom-crafted Hinoki or cedar wood heated tables.

Exclusions and Better Categorization

This category is exclusively for heated Japanese tables. Do not place standard furniture items here. If your product is a general piece of furniture, it likely belongs in a neighboring category such as Kitchen & Dining Room Tables, Accent Tables, or Nightstands. Poker tables, sewing machine stands, and activity tables also have their own distinct classifications and should not be placed here. If a product is a simple non-heated coffee table, you must categorize it under Accent Tables to ensure proper indexing.

Feed Implementation

To assign this in your feed, use either the ID 4484 or the string Furniture > Tables > Kotatsu. Remember that google_product_category is optional but recommended to avoid misclassification by automated systems, and it remains distinct from your internal product_type attribute.

Frequently asked questions

Should I use the ID or the full path for the Kotatsu category?: You can use either the ID 4484 or the full path Furniture > Tables > Kotatsu. Both are accepted, but using the numeric ID is often preferred as it is language-independent.
Does this category require extra attributes like size or color?: No, the Kotatsu category does not require apparel-specific attributes like size, color, or gender. Ensure you provide standard product identifiers like GTIN, brand, and MPN.
Can I use product_type to define this category instead?: No, product_type is a free-form attribute for your own classification. You must still provide the google_product_category to help Google understand the product type correctly.

This category in other languages

ru: Мебель > Столы > Котацу
uk: Меблі > Столи > Котацу