{"title":"Obon Holiday Sale","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"j-life-shikifuton","title":"J-Life All-Natural Japanese Futon","description":"\u003ch5 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eTHE J-LIFE ALL-NATURAL SHIKIBUTON: AN AUTHENTIC JAPANESE FUTON\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eYears ago, we decided to offer Americans a true \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eJapanese style mattress\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e; one constructed of quality materials, without foam or innersprings - pure and simple. So, we deconstructed \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eJapanese shikibutons\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e, 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.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAll-Natural Materials\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eTrue 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\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e authentic Japanese futon \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003emeets US fire retardant standards by using a natural\u003c\/span\u003e \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title='\"Using Boric Acid as a Fire Retardant\" Blog' href=\"https:\/\/jlifointernational.shop\/blogs\/news\/using-boric-acid-as-a-fire-retardant?_pos=1\u0026amp;_sid=e21f74418\u0026amp;_ss=r\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eboron\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e material.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eJ-Life Futons \u0026amp; \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTatami Mats\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eTraditionally, a Japanese futon mattress is meant to be used on a flat, solid surface. This can be a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/jlifointernational.shop\/collections\/tatami-mats\/tatami\"\u003etatami mat\u003c\/a\u003e, 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.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eScroll through the product images to find the tatami and futon size guide. This guide shows the right tatami mat sizes for your shikifuton.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFuton Firmness\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThe 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 \u003c\/span\u003eJapanese style floor mattress, help to improve sleep posture, resulting in rewarding sleep and pain-free mornings. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/jlifointernational.shop\/blogs\/news\/the-complete-futon-mattress-buying-guide\" title='\"The Complete Futon Mattress Buying Guide\" J-Life Blog' rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cimg style=\"margin-bottom: 16px; float: none;\" alt='Scale showing firmness of shikifuton mattress: on a scale of 1 (soft) to 10 (firm) a 4\" shikifuton is a 6 and a 3\" shikifuton is an 8' src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0006\/8789\/8675\/files\/JL_Shiki_Cotton_thickness_graphic_480x480.jpg?v=1713450550\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg style=\"margin-bottom: 16px; float: none;\" alt=\"J-Life Japanese Mattress Sizes\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0006\/8789\/8675\/files\/Shiki_ProductSpecs_480x480.jpg?v=1713450613\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFAQ\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat is a shikifuton?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA shikifuton is a traditional Japanese floor mattress made entirely from cotton batting—no foam, springs, or synthetic materials. Key features:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e100% American-grown cotton fill\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e with unbleached cotton duck covers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFirm support\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e that promotes proper sleep posture and spinal alignment\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBreathable design\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e that allows natural airflow during sleep\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow thick should a Japanese futon be?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eJapanese futon thickness affects firmness and comfort:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTraditional thickness:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 3 inches for authentic firm support\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePopular option:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 4 inches for slightly more cushioning\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eJ-Life range:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Both 3-inch and 4-inch options available\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePurpose:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Thicker futons offer more initial comfort while maintaining Japanese sleeping principles\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAre J-Life futons made with natural materials?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eJ-Life Shikifutons use only natural, chemical-free materials:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFill:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 100% American-grown cotton batting (no polyester, foam, or synthetic fibers)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCover:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 100% unbleached cotton duck fabric (no chemical whitening)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFire safety:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Natural boron compound (not chemical flame retardants)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCertifications:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Meets US fire safety standards without toxic chemicals\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat's NOT included:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e No wool, latex, memory foam, or synthetic materials\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat surface should I place my shikifuton on?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eShikifutons work on multiple surfaces:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTraditional placement:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/jlifointernational.shop\/collections\/tatami-mats\" title=\"Authentic Japanese Tatami Mats | Jlife International\"\u003eTatami mats\u003c\/a\u003e (authentic Japanese experience)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eModern options:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Hardwood floors, carpeted floors, platform beds\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAvoid:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Soft or uneven surfaces that reduce support\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cb id=\"docs-internal-guid-f2a9a1aa-7fff-7d31-54b4-87370b89448d\"\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThe J-Life\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e Shikibuton mattress \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003ecan also be ordered with a\u003c\/span\u003e \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Japanese Shikifutons with Cover included | J-Life\" href=\"https:\/\/jlifointernational.shop\/collections\/shikifutons\/cover-only\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003ecustom removable cover.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e We also offer a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"J-Life Shikifuton Protective Cover\" href=\"https:\/\/jlifointernational.shop\/products\/water-resistant-shikifuton-cover?variant=42899219120375\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eShikifuton Protective Cover\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e for extra protection against dirt and moisture.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVisit the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/jlifointernational.shop\/blogs\/news\/tagged\/shikifuton\" title=\"J-Life International Blog: Shikifutons\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eJ-Life Blog\u003c\/a\u003e to find our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/jlifointernational.shop\/blogs\/news\/caring-for-your-shikifuton\" title='\"Caring For Your Shikifuton\" Blog' rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eShikifuton Care Guide\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/jlifointernational.shop\/pages\/product-faq\" title=\"Japanese Bedding FAQs | J-Life\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eFAQs\u003c\/a\u003e, and more product resources.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eShips within 24 hours\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e (excluding weekends and holidays).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePlease Note:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e 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.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb id=\"docs-internal-guid-092847a7-7fff-b9ff-e766-ab204de8ff63\"\u003eMade in the USA with American-grown cotton.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e","brand":"J-Life International","offers":[{"title":"Cot 30\" x 75\" \/ 4\" J-Life Shikifuton","offer_id":7084498255923,"sku":"040425-0115","price":169.15,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Cot 30\" x 75\" \/ 3\" Super Firm Traditional J-Life Shikifuton","offer_id":7084498288691,"sku":"040325-0115","price":169.15,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Twin 39\" x 75\" \/ 4\" J-Life Shikifuton","offer_id":7084498321459,"sku":"040425-0110","price":231.2,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Twin 39\" x 75\" \/ 3\" Super Firm Traditional J-Life Shikifuton","offer_id":7084498354227,"sku":"060325-0110","price":231.2,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"TwinXL 39\" x 80\" \/ 4\" J-Life Shikifuton","offer_id":7084498386995,"sku":"040425-0120","price":254.15,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"TwinXL 39\" x 80\" \/ 3\" Super Firm Traditional J-Life Shikifuton","offer_id":7084498419763,"sku":"040325-0120","price":254.15,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Full 54\" x 75\" \/ 4\" J-Life Shikifuton","offer_id":7084498452531,"sku":"040425-0130","price":273.7,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Full 54\" x 75\" \/ 3\" Super Firm Traditional J-Life Shikifuton","offer_id":7084498485299,"sku":"040325-0130","price":273.7,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Queen 60\" x 80\" \/ 4\" J-Life Shikifuton","offer_id":7084498518067,"sku":"040425-0150","price":339.15,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Queen 60\" x 80\" \/ 3\" Super Firm Traditional J-Life Shikifuton","offer_id":7084498550835,"sku":"040325-0150","price":339.15,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0006\/8789\/8675\/products\/2313a4104c5549b00fbf2c2b16eee4a1_c0028f57-5d47-4991-a959-f3d3d82e3e8c.jpg?v=1756404629"},{"product_id":"j-life-certified-organic-japanese-futon","title":"J-Life Organic Japanese Futon","description":"\u003ch5\u003eTHE J-LIFE ORGANIC SHIKIFUTON IS AN AUTHENTIC JAPANESE FUTON\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYears 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, talked to shikibuton master craftsmen in Japan, and developed the design of the J-Life Shikifuton.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTrue to Japanese custom, our new futon is made from 100% organic cotton batting and it features a strong premium, organically sourced wool barrier for protection. This J-Life Organic Shikifuton has no foam, \u003cspan\u003eboric acid\u003c\/span\u003e or innersprings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe cover is 100% unbleached organic cotton duck. The fill is also made from organic cotton and wool for comfort and natural air-flow. In addition, this authentic Japanese futon meets US fire retardant standards by using organic wool material that does not contain any \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/jlifointernational.shop\/blogs\/news\/using-boric-acid-as-a-fire-retardant?_pos=1\u0026amp;_sid=95355fa0c\u0026amp;_ss=r\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eboron\u003c\/a\u003e material. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eLearn more about the benefits of the organic cotton we source on our \u003ca title=\"The Gold Standard of Sleep: Why We Love Organic Cotton | Jlife\" href=\"https:\/\/jlifointernational.shop\/blogs\/news\/the-gold-standard-of-sleep-why-we-love-organic-cotton\"\u003eblog\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe futon features 'knife' edges that make it lay flatter and fold more easily. Fold our futon into thirds for storage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe J-Life Organic Shikifuton is available in two thicknesses, a 5 inch and a more traditional 3 inch. (In Japan, new shikibuton are about 3 inches thick. J-Life's new organic 5 inch futon is made to accommodate the larger frames of American sleepers.)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eComfort level is firm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShips within 1-2 weeks (excluding weekends and holidays)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe J-Life Organic Shikifuton is also available with a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/jlifointernational.shop\/collections\/shikifutons\/cover-only\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ecustom removable cover\u003c\/a\u003e made of 100% cotton fabrics imported from Japan. We also offer a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/jlifointernational.shop\/products\/water-resistant-shikifuton-cover?variant=42899219120375\" target=\"_blank\"\u003es\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/jlifointernational.shop\/products\/water-resistant-shikifuton-cover?variant=42899219120375\" title=\"Shikiftuon protective cover link\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehikifuton protective cover\u003c\/a\u003e for extra protection against dirt and moisture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLearn more about the complete Japanese sleep system \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/jlifointernational.shop\/blogs\/news\/build-your-bed-what-makes-up-the-japanese-sleep-system\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cem\u003ehere\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlease see our \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca title='\"Caring For Your Shikifuton\" Blog' href=\"https:\/\/jlifointernational.shop\/blogs\/news\/caring-for-your-shikifuton\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eShikifuton Care Guide\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca title=\"Japanese Bedding FAQs\" href=\"https:\/\/jlifointernational.shop\/pages\/product-faq\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eFAQs\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eto learn more about caring for our Japanese futon mattresses.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cimg style=\"float: none;\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0006\/8789\/8675\/files\/Organic_Specs_480x480.png?v=1663608048\" alt=\"Organic Shikifuton Product Specs\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFAQ\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat is a Japanese Futon?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA Japanese futon, also called a shikifuton, is made entirely from cotton batting—no foam, springs, or synthetic materials. Key features:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e100% Organic American-grown cotton fill\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e with unbleached cotton duck covers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAuthentic Japanese construction\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e following traditional methods\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFirm support\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e that promotes proper sleep posture and spinal alignment\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBreathable design\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e that allows natural airflow during sleep\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow thick should a Japanese futon be?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eJapanese futon thickness affects firmness and comfort:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTraditional thickness:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 3 inches for authentic firm support\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePopular option:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 4 inches for slightly more cushioning\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eJ-Life range:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Both 3-inch and 4-inch options available\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePurpose:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Thicker futons offer more initial comfort while maintaining Japanese sleeping principles\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAre J-Life futons made with natural materials?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eJ-Life Shikifutons use only natural, chemical-free materials:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFill:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 100% Organic American-grown cotton batting (no polyester, foam, or synthetic fibers)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCover:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 100% unbleached cotton duck fabric (no chemical whitening)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFire safety:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Natural boron compound (not chemical flame retardants)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCertifications:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Meets US fire safety standards without toxic chemicals\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat's NOT included:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e No wool, latex, memory foam, or synthetic materials\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat surface should I place my shikifuton on?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eShikifutons work on multiple surfaces:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTraditional placement:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Tatami mats (authentic Japanese experience)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eModern options:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Hardwood floors, carpeted floors, platform beds\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAvoid:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Soft or uneven surfaces that reduce support\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cb id=\"docs-internal-guid-88217518-7fff-bbee-9f66-d5234e5b244e\"\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJ-Life Organic Shikifutons are sized to fit American bed frames. Please note that Japanese style Organic shikifutons are not meant for American futon frames. They require a flat solid surface such as a platform bed, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/jlifointernational.shop\/collections\/tatami-mats\/tatami\" target=\"_blank\"\u003etatami mat\u003c\/a\u003e, or floor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eScroll through the product images to find the tatami and futon size guide, which shows the appropriate tatami mat size options for your shikifuton.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlease Note:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Due to compression\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e caused by the packing and shipping process, f\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eutons may \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ebe \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eseveral inches smaller than their actual size upon delivery until they have had time to fully expand. Please allow your shikifuton at least 1-2 weeks to expand to its actual size. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"J-Life International","offers":[{"title":"Cot 30\" x 75\" \/ 5\" J-Life Organic Shikifuton","offer_id":17765022531635,"sku":"SHIKI-ORGANIC-C-5","price":849.15,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Cot 30\" x 75\" \/ 3\" Super Firm Traditional J-Life Organic Shikifuton","offer_id":17765022564403,"sku":"SHIKI-ORGANIC-C-3","price":764.15,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Twin 39\" x 75\" \/ 5\" J-Life Organic Shikifuton","offer_id":17765022597171,"sku":"SHIKI-ORGANIC-T-5","price":849.15,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Twin 39\" x 75\" \/ 3\" Super Firm Traditional J-Life Organic Shikifuton","offer_id":17765022629939,"sku":"SHIKI-ORGANIC-T-3","price":764.15,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"TwinXL 39\" x 80\" \/ 5\" J-Life Organic Shikifuton","offer_id":17765022662707,"sku":"SHIKI-ORGANIC-TX-5","price":1019.15,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"TwinXL 39\" x 80\" \/ 3\" Super Firm Traditional J-Life Organic Shikifuton","offer_id":17765022695475,"sku":"SHIKI-ORGANIC-TX-3","price":849.15,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Full 54\" x 75\" \/ 5\" J-Life Organic Shikifuton","offer_id":17765022728243,"sku":"SHIKI-ORGANIC-F-5","price":1019.15,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Full 54\" x 75\" \/ 3\" Super Firm Traditional J-Life Organic Shikifuton","offer_id":17765022761011,"sku":"SHIKI-ORGANIC-F-3","price":849.15,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Queen 60\" x 80\" \/ 5\" J-Life Organic Shikifuton","offer_id":17765022793779,"sku":"SHIKI-ORGANIC-Q-5","price":1104.15,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Queen 60\" x 80\" \/ 3\" Super Firm Traditional J-Life Organic Shikifuton","offer_id":17765022826547,"sku":"SHIKI-ORGANIC-Q-3","price":1019.15,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0006\/8789\/8675\/products\/44c04a36935a248b220f865244408168_1f72295c-b41b-4d85-9915-3e05871b150b.png?v=1742241236"},{"product_id":"water-resistant-shikifuton-cover","title":"Shikifuton Protective Cover","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eKeep your shikifuton protected from spills, sweat, moisture, and whatever else life brings your way with our water resistant shikifuton cover. This convenient cover functions like any traditional mattress protector, but is specially designed to fit our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/jlifointernational.shop\/products\/j-life-shikifuton\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eJ-Life Shikifutons\u003c\/a\u003e like a glove.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis durable cover is especially handy for those who plan on using their Japanese futon as \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/jlifointernational.shop\/blogs\/news\/getting-the-most-out-of-your-shikifuton-5-alternative-uses-for-your-japanese-mattress\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" target=\"_blank\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/jlifointernational.shop\/blogs\/news\/getting-the-most-out-of-your-shikifuton-5-alternative-uses-for-your-japanese-mattress\"\u003emore than just\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ea mattress\u003c\/a\u003e. Because of its zippered design, you don't have to worry about your cover sliding off or moving around and its moisture resistant properties mean your futon will always be protected- no matter where you bring it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNote:\u003c\/strong\u003e The J-Life shikifuton was carefully designed to replicate a traditional shikifuton as closely as possible, so, true to tradition, our futons are naturally breathable and allow for plenty of airflow. This shikifuton protector is for those who are more concerned about their ability to keep their futon clean than average and should not be seen as something all shikifuton owners must use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow to use:\u003c\/strong\u003e Simply zip your new shiki protector over your \u003cstrong\u003ebare\u003c\/strong\u003e shikibuton mattress, zip your \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/jlifointernational.shop\/collections\/shikifutons\/cover-only\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eshikifuton cover\u003c\/a\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eover \u003c\/strong\u003ethat, then top with your \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/jlifointernational.shop\/collections\/kakefutons\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ekakefuton\u003c\/a\u003e (Japanese duvet), \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/jlifointernational.shop\/collections\/pillows-shams\" target=\"_blank\"\u003epillows\u003c\/a\u003e, and whatever else makes your shikifuton comfortable for you!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSpecifications:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWater resistant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMold resistant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e100% woven polyester\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSolid white color\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIncludes a zipper for easy removal and fitting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBox edge finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMachine wash, flat dry. Spot clean preferred.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMade to order, ships in 5-7 business days\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSizes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCover sizes\u003cstrong\u003e*\u003c\/strong\u003e are designed to correspond with the sizes of our shikifutons for a perfect, snug fit.\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eChoose to fit our 5 mattress sizes:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCot\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e30\" x 75\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTwin\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e39\" x 75\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTwinXL\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e39\" x 80\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFull\u003c\/strong\u003e 54\" x 75\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eQueen\u003c\/strong\u003e 60\" x 80\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eand 3 thicknesses:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e3\"\u003c\/strong\u003e - fits 3\" Super Firm Traditional J-Life Shikifuton and 3\" Super Firm Traditional J-Life Organic Shikifuton\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e4\"\u003c\/strong\u003e - fits 4\" J-Life Shikifuton\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e5\"\u003c\/strong\u003e - fits 5\" J-Life Organic Shikifuton\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFind the pictured shikifuton cover \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/jlifointernational.shop\/collections\/shikifutons\/products\/shiki-futon-jumbo-seika-ha-green-removable-cover-only\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cem\u003ehere\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e*\u003c\/strong\u003eIf your Shikifuton Protective Cover appears to be too big for your brand new shikifuton despite ordering the correct size, this may be due to compression\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e caused by the packing and shipping process. Japanese f\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eutons may \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ebe \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eseveral inches smaller than their actual size upon delivery until they have had time to fully expand. Please allow your shikifuton at least 1-2 weeks to expand to its actual size. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"J-Life International","offers":[{"title":"Cot \/ 3\"","offer_id":42899218858231,"sku":"5180","price":86.7,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Cot \/ 4\"","offer_id":42899218890999,"sku":"5181","price":86.7,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Cot \/ 5\"","offer_id":42899218923767,"sku":"5182","price":86.7,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Twin \/ 3\"","offer_id":42899218956535,"sku":"5183","price":95.2,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Twin \/ 4\"","offer_id":42899218989303,"sku":"5184","price":95.2,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Twin \/ 5\"","offer_id":42899219022071,"sku":"5185","price":95.2,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"TwinXL \/ 3\"","offer_id":42899219054839,"sku":"5186","price":103.7,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"TwinXL \/ 4\"","offer_id":42899219087607,"sku":"5187","price":103.7,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"TwinXL \/ 5\"","offer_id":42899219120375,"sku":"5188","price":103.7,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Full \/ 3\"","offer_id":42899219153143,"sku":"5189","price":112.2,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Full \/ 4\"","offer_id":42899219185911,"sku":"5190","price":112.2,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Full \/ 5\"","offer_id":42899219218679,"sku":"5191","price":112.2,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Queen \/ 3\"","offer_id":42899219251447,"sku":"5192","price":120.7,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Queen \/ 4\"","offer_id":42899219284215,"sku":"5193","price":120.7,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Queen \/ 5\"","offer_id":42899219316983,"sku":"5194","price":120.7,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0006\/8789\/8675\/products\/Garrison_47804.png?v=1742240238"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0006\/8789\/8675\/collections\/Garrison_47781.jpg?v=1660249952","url":"https:\/\/jlifointernational.shop\/collections\/obon-holiday-sale.oembed","provider":"J-Life International","version":"1.0","type":"link"}