jatkoon

Jatkoon is a term found in the ethnographic literature of the fictional Nasara region, used to denote a geographic location, a traditional craft, and a language variety associated with the Jatko people.

Geographically, Jatkoon Town is a small urban center in the Nasara river valley, with surrounding rural districts. The local economy is based on agriculture, fishing, and artisanal crafts. The town hosts an annual market and a midsummer festival that highlights weaving and music.

Jatkoon weaving is a long-standing textile tradition characterized by interlaced patterns and natural dyes. Motifs reflect local stories and clan lineages. Techniques are typically taught within families and via craft guilds, and in recent decades have undergone revival through cultural programs and tourism.

The Jatkoon language, sometimes called Jatko, is a member of the Nasaran language group. It is spoken by the Jatko people in and around Jatkoon Town. Intergenerational transmission has declined in some areas, leading to endangered language status, with revival initiatives in schools and community centers.

The term Jatkoon is derived from a Nasaran root jat-, meaning "bind" or "unite," reflecting the word's associations with community and craftsmanship.