Futon

usgb/ˈfuːtɑːn/
noun

A thin mattress, usually filled with layers of cotton batting and encased in cotton fabric, placed on a floor for sleeping, especially in traditional Japanese interiors, and folded and stored during the day.

After moving to a small apartment, John replaced his large bed with a futon to save space.
Visual representation of "futon" - A thin mattress, usually filled with layers of cotton batting and encased in cotton fabric, placed on a floor for sleeping, especially in traditional Japanese interiors, and folded and stored during the day.

Often appears as...

  • foldable futon
  • futon mattress
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Cultural Staple

Futons are central to Japanese lifestyle and often symbolize simplicity and minimalism in living.

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On my trip to Japan, we slept on futons, embracing their minimalist way of life.
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Space Saving

Japanese futons maximize space; they're folded and stored away, making rooms multipurpose.

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Miko folds her futon every morning to transform her sleeping area into a study.
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Floor Bedding

Unlike Western beds, a Japanese futon is set on the floor without an elevated frame.

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You place your futon directly on the tatami floor in a traditional Japanese room.
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