What is a Futon
The word FUTON is an ancient Japanese word originally referring to a round mat our cushion filled with leaves. The whole FUTON is made with three pieces and was placed on the ground or on a tatami mat. The three pieces consist of a futon, which is a thin cotton pad, a shikibuton which is a three folding pad that sits under the thin cotton pad, and a Kakibuton which is a comforter that goes on top of the thin cotton pad.
Japanese Futon: The truth is, our founders related to the pure, local and natural lifestyle of Japanese culture, The Futon Shop seemed like the perfect name. The Futon Shop is a Japanese name by nature, as Japanese stores were called by their base name. Tofu Shop, Futon Shop, Sushi Shop, Sandal Shop etc. The first futons handcrafted by the founders over 40 years ago where similar to traditional Futons in both their production and use, being made and placed directly on the floor.
Whether you are referring to a Traditional Japanese Style Futon, a Western Style Futon, or a Platform Bed Futon, the design will consist of 3 main items. Although with each different style, the items are named differently, their functions are identical. The three parts include; a supportive layer; a mattress layer; and a covering or top layer.
1. A Traditional Japanese Style Futon the 3 parts are called the Shikibuton, Futon, Kakibuton
2. A Western Style Futon has the Futon Frame, Futon Mattress, and Futon Slipcover
3. A Futon Platform Bed has the Platform Bed Frame, Futon Mattress, and Mattress Topper
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