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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
Shiki Futon Mattress
We are glad that you love the Shiki Futon Mattress to rate it 5*.
Please enjoy!
Happy Kutsurogi,
Valery
Team Takaokaya
I firstly want to comment on the customer service. For several days, I talked to Valery who helped me determine exactly what I wanted and needed in my futon set, including colors and fabric types. She was very kind and helpful and I feel as though I've made a friend.
I requested extra stuffing for my futon so I got the max option which was + 50% cotton. It is very soft and pillowy as a result, and I hope the earthy hay-like smell of the cotton never fades. This will, however, make it bulkier and harder to move, though not at all impossible on your own. If you only plan on using it on occasion like I do, though, moving it won't be too much of an issue.
The single is a perfect size for one person and a cat or two. I have enjoyed meditating on it at night. It is very cooling and doesn't cause me to feel overheated. Overall, I recommend you shop here for an authentic at-home Japanese experience.
Thank you Quincy for letting us know that you are very pleased with your authentic Japanese bedding set! I am honored that you love the service and most importantly, the Shiki Futon!
Wish you and the fur kids a relaxing time on the futon!
Valery
Team Takaokaya
Shiki Futon Mattress
Thank you for the 5* rating for the Shiki Futon Mattress Darcy!
Wishing you sweet dreams nightly,
Valery
Team Takaokaya
I went back and forth for weeks on whether or not to commit to a shiki futon, and I'm so glad I finally did. It's not a dense slab like American style futons, but a lighter, comfier pad. I used it as a topper for an uncomfortable mattress for a few weeks and instead of waking to toss and turn every few hours I was finally able to sleep more soundly through the night. I also tried it as a topper for an air mattress and it made that experience more comfortable as well. I haven't tried it by itself on the floor yet, but I am more than happy with it as a mattress topper. I ordered the semi-double size, which is a bit wider than an American twin and fits well inside twin-sized sheets. From ordering to arrival I only waited about a month, and it has been well worth it. The fabric and overall make of the futon is beautifully done.
Thank you Castor for the detailed 5* review. It makes us happy to know that you are sleeping better and soundly throughout the night with your Shiki Futon Mattress as a mattress topper. It is good to know that it makes sleeping on an air mattress more comfortable too.
Wishing you sweet dreams and restful nights always,
Valery
Team Takaokaya
I wish I could send some freshly baked cookies and a card back to this company however this Shiki Futon is the best thing to happen to my house! (˶˃ ᵕ ˂˶) Amazing comfort and I no longer have back issues! They even sent me a heartfelt card and kept me updated the entire shipment. Upon arrival, The Futon smelled so good as well! I will be back to order some more things from this website and will be recommending to everyone I know. Thank you!
ありがとうございます
Thank you for the kind thoughts of freshly backed cookies and card, as well as this review Ahleeya!
So glad to know that using our futon has helped with your back issues.
Look forward to handcrafting more pieces of comfort for you!
Happy Kutsurogi,
Valery
Team Takaokaya