J-Life All-Natural Japanese Futon
J-Life All-Natural Japanese Futon
SKU: 040425-0115
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THE J-LIFE ALL-NATURAL SHIKIBUTON: AN AUTHENTIC JAPANESE FUTON
Years ago, we decided to offer Americans a true Japanese style mattress; one constructed of quality materials, without foam or innersprings - pure and simple. So, we deconstructed Japanese shikibutons, worked with master shikifuton craftsmen in Japan, and developed the design of the J-Life Shikifuton. Now, over 20 years later, our futon is a trusted choice for those looking for a reliable, authentic Japanese style sleep experience.
All-Natural Materials
True to Japanese custom, our futon is made from pure cotton. The J-Life Shikifuton has no wool, foam or innersprings. The cover is 100% unbleached cotton duck. The fill is also made from 100% American-grown cotton batting for comfort and natural air-flow. In addition, this authentic Japanese futon meets US fire retardant standards by using a natural boron material.
J-Life Futons & Tatami Mats
Traditionally, a Japanese futon mattress is meant to be used on a flat, solid surface. This can be a tatami mat, a floor, or a platform bed. While J-Life Shikifutons are sized to fit American bed frames, please note that they are not meant for American style futon frames.
Scroll through the product images to find the tatami and futon size guide. This guide shows the right tatami mat sizes for your shikifuton.
Futon Firmness
The J-Life Shikifuton is available in two thicknesses: a popular 4-inch option and a more traditional 3-inch. Firm sleep surfaces, like that of a Japanese style floor mattress, help to improve sleep posture, resulting in rewarding sleep and pain-free mornings.

The J-Life Shikibuton mattress can also be ordered with a custom removable cover. We also offer a Shikifuton Protective Cover for extra protection against dirt and moisture.
Visit the J-Life Blog to find our Shikifuton Care Guide, FAQs, and more product resources.
Ships within 24 hours (excluding weekends and holidays).
Please Note: Due to compression caused by the packing and shipping process, futons may be smaller than their actual size upon delivery. Please allow your shikifuton at least 1-2 weeks to expand to its actual size.
Made in the USA with American-grown cotton.
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So far one of the best sleep investments ive made. I did research on the most firm mattress for my needs after perpetually replacing cheap mattresses over the years to eventually just sleep on carpeted concrete in my living room. I prefer sleeping on the floor. Though it got too cold during the winter and i wasnt a fan of sleeping bags i ended up challenging my gas heater. I didnt understand how an expensive shikibuton would make a difference until i finally decided to let my inner culture fan win and just give it a try. No regrets so far. 3in was more than I needed since i liked the “firmness” of a straight up floor, but its cozy and warm enough not to need blasting furnace on all night. Totally can help me shave a bit off the gas/electric bill with this option moving forward. No regrets. Just gotta be sure to maintain it over the years. 🙋♂️
I like it very much. I am familiar with futons and this one was what I expected.
Just what I ordered. Quality, firm, natural, traditional. Fits perfectly over a bed frame I built just for it.
Really well made, comfortable. Would buy again. Thanks.
