Japanese Futon Floor Mattress - Medium Firm Futon Mattress for Sleeping - Shikibuton - Foldable and Portable Japanese Bed (Grey, Twin)

Needed a futon so I can sleep Japanese-style, my preferred way of sleeping. Japanese futons can get quite expensive with just the mattress alone so was pleased to find the Native Nest futon. It is compact, foldable, and has a good weight to it so it stays planted on the floor when used. I like the minimalistic design and the care that came with the manufacturing. Best of all, for the price, it already comes with a washable cover that protects the entire futon. Perfect for what I need since I am laying it directly on the floor. Used it for the first time on a cold night and it kept me warm and sound asleep. I wished the cover was a little more flush with the mattress and had a softer texture but it’s not a deal breaker for me.

I’ve been using this to sleep on my son’s floor since he is a NICU graduate on oxygen and I need to be able to get to him quickly if needed. I still miss my bed, but this mat is surprisingly comfortable. I haven’t had any aches and pains despite sleeping on it every night for several months, and it rolls up tight for quick and easy storage. I plan to buy a larger size in the future as an alternative to an air mattress.

This was my second attempt at a foam-padded shikibuton, after the first was too flimsy and got flatter over time. I was impressed by the reviews and inclusion of a cotton cover, and entered with high hopes. Here are impressions after 2-3 weeks, which I will update if they change with more time.Mattress: This one is solid-feeling and substantial. It seems the advertised 3+ inch thickness and quite firm, such that I feel I’m resting on the shikibuton rather than on the surface underneath. Side-sleeping is comfortable without pressure points. I take off one star, and am looking at yet other options, because by the later part of the night I start to develop upper-back pain between the shoulder blades. This wasn’t an issue even with the thin and collapsing shikibuton I used previously, so I am a bit surprised. Feels as though maybe my shoulders do not sink in enough for straight spine alignment.Cover: Seems of at least as good quality as one I purchased for around $50 for a past shikibuton. The zipper operates smoothly and it fits the shikibuton with some room to spare. I machine-washed without problems, but hung it to dry out of an excess of caution, so can’t attest to shrinkage there. Overall I am impressed and would consider it a worthwhile buy even for a different shikibuton if they were sold separately.Portability and storage: I haven’t had occasion to weigh on a scale but it feels 10-15 pounds consistent with the description. It is too heavy and stiff to shake out like a blanket, but can be held up and kicked to knock off dust. It folds pretty easily in 3 sections and will stay in that shape after some pushing down, without having to tie or weight in place. Also able to be rolled with slightly more effort, but I had to brace it against a wall or headboard to hold that shape.Overall, I seem to be an outlier regarding the upper back pain, and I have not seen any defects or quality concerns. Quality seems good, it is reasonably compact and stowable, and the relatively low price and nice cover make it feel like it will not be too much of a loss even if I opt for another similar-sized shikibuton. As such I give it a favorable review although it doesn’t feel quite ideal for me.

It’s my second time ordering it. The first one was really great, so comfortable.This time I ordered a bigger size to fit my sofa couch. The mattress is still great, but the cover wasn’t. It has a stitching issue on one end so it looks teared for about 3 inches. I don’t feel like packing it and return so I just left it as is. Not sure if seller can do anything about that.**12/17/2024 update: After the seller found out what happened, they immediately sent me a brand new cover, along with a handwritten card! It shows how much they care about their customers and the product quality! I’m impressed! I’m glad to see such a great company with great product and customer support that stands out in today’s market.I highly recommend their mattress. Will order more in the future when I need more 👍

Here's a short list of my pros and cons:Pros:- Very affordable- Provides a plush and cozy sleeping surface that contours to the body- Despite its slim profile, this mattress offers excellent support, promoting proper spinal alignment and reducing pressure points- Offers an authentic Japanese design which is pleasing addition to any room- Various uses: meditation, reading, and guest bed or kids liking to use it for movie night- Easy to fold and storeCons:- It’s a little stiff to fold at first but starts to fold easier after a few uses. I fold mine up during the day and place my blanket and pillow on top of it- As a floor mattress, it may be too close to the ground for some users, which could make getting in and out of bed more challenging, especially for individuals with mobility issues. This isn't specific to this mattress, but to all floor mattresses.Overall, I am very happy and will buy another in the near future.

The mattress itself is wonderful! Very firm and comfortable. It’s also pretty much as thick as advertised which is great. However, the seams on the sheet aren’t sewn very well so there’s a couple of holes along the edge of mine. It looks like it’ll continue to fray until it’s unusable, bummer since I thought I wouldn’t have to buy one.

I use this to watch TV from the floor. It provides good support for your back.

Great piece of thing!! I highly recommend!! I love it.