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why is our shiki futon so comfortable?
Embrace the Best Sleep with Shiki Futon
Whether you choose the traditional approach of sleeping directly on the floor or the modern method of combining a futon with a mattress, Takaokaya's shiki futon offer comfortable sleeping experience.
Discover the timeless appeal of Japanese Shiki futon!
Authentic Japanese Style
Sleeping on the floor
Japanese sleeping style which laid directly on floor offers unique experience that blends comfort with tradition. Rooted deeply in Japanese culture, the futon is more than just a bed—it's a lifestyle.
Sleeping on the floor
Japanese sleeping style which laid directly on floor offers unique experience that blends comfort with tradition. Rooted deeply in Japanese culture, the futon is more than just a bed—it's a lifestyle.
Modern Western Style
Combining Futon and Bed Mattress
By layering a futon over your mattress, you can customize your sleeping surface to meet your personal comfort needs. Whether you need more support or prefer a softer feel, this combination allows you to adjust your bed to your liking.
Combining Futon and Bed Mattress
By layering a futon over your mattress, you can customize your sleeping surface to meet your personal comfort needs. Whether you need more support or prefer a softer feel, this combination allows you to adjust your bed to your liking.
Futon Stuffing In Action
To stuff the futon, our craftsmen have to arrange large sheets of cotton before tearing them manually into the shape and size of the futon.
Why so good?
Secrets of 100% cotton filling
SECRET 1
the comfort of the cotton filling
Handcrafted using traditional techniques passed down for generations and modern innovations, Takaokaya’s futons are the perfect combination of pleasant firmness for spine support, and pillowy cushioning to cradle your body to enable better sleep so you can wake up feeling refreshed the next day. Shiki futon can be used on the floor or if you are not used to sleeping on the floor, you can put it on top of your mattress for added comfort and relaxation.
SECRET 2
excellent moisture absorption, heat retention and resilience
As cotton fibers are hollow and have a natural twist structure, our futons have excellent moisture absorption in the summer heat and cozy in the winter chill, making them suitable for all seasons. Our futons also have good resilience due to our choice selection of cotton. Sunning your futon regularly not only helps to fluff up your futon but also disinfect it. The cotton filling we used for stuffing Shiki Futon is specially selected so that our futons are plushy and yet firm to provide ample support for a healthy spine.
FAQ for Shiki Futon
Recieved my futon a few weeks ago and I love it! Took a few nights to get used to sleeping on a floor mattress, but now I sleep very well and fall asleep faster than on a regular bed. I'm also following the guidelines on how to take care of a futon by folding it away every day and airing it out once a week. I also got a lovely handwritten card from Valery with my futon!
Thank you Cecilie for the 5* review. We are so glad that you are sleeping well on your handcrafted Shiki Futon Mattress!
Wishing you endless bliss sleeping on your Shiki Futon,
Valery
Team Takaokaya
I initially contacted Takaokaya to enquire about a Shiki Futon. Customer service promptly answered all my questions. Since I planned to be in Kyoto a few weeks after my first contact I decided to stop by their showroom/office/factory. Unlike many web sites these days this is a real fully staffed company with a real office, showroom, factory and customer service. It's no wonder they are the gold standard for authentic handmade futons. They are custom made on the day quoted. Their materials are all natural. They are competitively priced. They are beautiful, comfy and you receive exactly what you order. It was an enjoyable buying experience and product from start to finish while being kept seamlessly in the loop every step of the way by an outstanding customer service duo.
Hello Ervin,
Thank you for the compliments and the endorsement that our Shiki Futon Mattresses are made to the highest standard and that you love the comfort and craftsmanship of the Shiki Futon.
We hope the Shiki Futon Mattress will bring you countless relaxing moments for many years to come.
Happy Kutsurogi!
Valery
Team Takaokaya
I am so happy with my new shiki futon mattress. It is beautifully made, super comfortable and light as a feather. Soft, natural cotton, with no added chemicals. Nanako and the team were a pleasure to work with, keeping me informed throughout the ordering process. If you're looking for a restful sleep experience, I highly recommend Takaokaya and their products.
It makes us really happy to know that the Shiki Futon Mattress that we handcrafted for you is giving you restful sleep. :)
Thank you for the great review and for recommending us.
Sweet Dreams and Restful Nights Always,
Valery
Team Takaokaya
Customer service was very helpful in emails. Got the option to fill the middle part of the futon more. The futon is easy to fold and is pretty easy to handle even with an injured arm. Shipping is quick. Happy with it so far.
Hello Y! Thank you for the 5* review.
We hope that your futon with extra filling is helping you sleep better now too!
Remember to sun it regularly to keep the futon soft and fluffy.
Happy Kutsurogi!
Valery
Team Takaokaya
I was so pleased with my single futon from Takaokaya that it was easy for me to decide to buy a double futon for my visiting family. A really lovely and comfortable item, and with lovely covers as well. Thank you lovely Takaokaya Folk!
You are more than welcome Margot! :)
Handcrafting pieces of comfort for good sleep and relaxation is our calling and getting affirmation is our motivation to continue doing it.