Is the 4-inch futon worth it over the 3-inch?

The 4-inch fill adds cushioning and is the version buyers single out as fluffy and good quality. It also adds weight, so it is harder to fold and move.

How does the queen base go together?

The queen base is two 80" x 30" tatami mats placed side by side to make one 80" x 60" surface. The futon lies on top of them.

Can I use the futon without the tatami mats?

Yes. The futon works on any flat floor, but the mats give it a firmer, slightly raised base and protect it from damp floors.

The set includes the queen shikifuton and two tatami mats. A silk sleeping pillow is an optional add-on, not part of the basic bundle.

How do I care for the futon?

Air it out regularly and fold it away or lay it flat to keep the fill even. A washable cover protects the futon and is sold separately.

Does it work for side sleepers?

The 4-inch fill is firm, which side sleepers may find hard on the shoulder and hip. Back and stomach sleepers tend to adapt better.

What do buyers say about the Basic Shikifuton Tatami Mat Bundle - Queen Size?

Rated 4.6 out of 5 from 10 ratings. Buyers like: Quality of the futon and other items in the package; Very comfortable; Great customer service; wrong size replaced promptly. Common complaints: Tatami mats arrived with damaged packaging that also damaged the mats; Queen size feels small despite being the largest size; wish a king size existed.

J-Life Shikifuton & Tatami Mat Bundle Price History: Lowest $931.60

Q: Where is the Basic Shikifuton Tatami Mat Bundle - Queen Size cheapest?

At J-Life International, for $931.60, as of our latest check.

What reviewers say

4.6 / 510 ratings

Buyers rate the set highly and call the futon very comfortable, with the 4-inch version singled out as good quality and fluffier than expected. The mats are described as durable and solid. Complaints center on shipping damage to the mats, the queen feeling small, and the futon's weight.

What people mention

ComfortPraisedOwners call the futon very comfortable, with the 4-inch fill fluffier than they expected.
Build qualityPraisedBuyers praise the futon's quality and describe the tatami mats as durable and solid.
WeightCriticisedThe futon is heavy and owners find it awkward to maneuver and set up.
SizeMixedSome owners find the queen feels small and wish a king size existed.
Shipping damageCriticisedSome mats arrived with damaged packaging that also damaged the mats.

From J-Life International

Traditional Japanese shikifuton and tatami mat bedding set
Bundle and save: 5% off 2 items, 7.5% off 3 items, 10% off 4 items
Best deal for someone new to traditional Japanese bedding
Shikifuton cut and stitched to order in Fall River, MA
All-natural Japanese futon available in 3" or 4" thickness
Also available in Cot, Twin, TwinXL, or Full size

Sizes: Queen
Materials: All-natural Japanese futon; tatami mats imported but made from Japanese materials
Fit: Queen size: 60" x 80" futon; two 80" x 30" tatami mats placed together make one 80" x 60" queen mat
Sizing: Reviewers note the queen is small despite being the largest size; one wishes a king size were offered. The 4" queen futon is heavy and can feel awkward to maneu
Returns: Returns and exchanges: please see the store's Return Policy. Customers are responsible for costs resulting from order changes or inaccuracies, including reshipm
Shipping: Ships via FedEx Ground or UPS Ground, leaving the Massachusetts warehouse within 1-2 business days; orders with made-to-order textile items ship together once a
Packs: Bundle options: Shikifuton & Tatami Mat (save 5%), add 1 Silk Sleeping Pillow (save 7.5%), add 2 Silk Sleeping Pillows (save 10%)
In the box: 1x 60" x 80" Queen size J-Life All-Natural Japanese Futon in 3" or 4" thickness, 2x 80" x 30" tatami mats (makes 1 queen size 80" x 60" mat when placed together), Silk Sleeping Pillow (optional)

About the Basic Shikifuton Tatami Mat Bundle - Queen Size

This bundle pairs a Queen size J-Life All-Natural Japanese futon (shikifuton) with tatami mats to make a traditional Japanese floor bed. It is a basic set for starting out with Japanese bedding.

The shikifuton is cut and stitched to order in Fall River, MA. The tatami mats are imported but made from Japanese materials. The futon measures 60" x 80". Two 80" x 30" tatami mats placed side by side make one 80" x 60" queen size mat. A silk sleeping pillow is an optional add-on.

Size: Queen
Futon dimensions: 80" x 60" x 4"
Futon thickness: 3" or 4"
Tatami mats: 2 mats, each 80" x 30", 2.25" thick; together they make one 80" x 60" mat
Material: All-natural Japanese futon; tatami mats made from Japanese materials
Made in: Futon cut and stitched to order in Fall River, MA; tatami mats imported
In the box: 1 Queen J-Life All-Natural Japanese Futon, 2 tatami mats, Silk Sleeping Pillow (optional)
Sold separately: Shikifuton covers, shikifuton mattress protector, Japanese pillowcases