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

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 got this to sleep with my daughter on, needed something low to the ground and firm enough to not let her or me sink into the mattress making a depression she could roll into. This is great to sleep on, no back issues. Love it.

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.

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 futon is not uncomfortable at all. It even comes with it's own cover!

The media could not be loaded. This must be the most comfortable floor mattress on Amazon. I’ve tried a couple others in the past from Amazon that didn’t have near the substance as this Native Nest mattress does. Because there is more substance to this mattress, it does make it a little harder to fold at first. However, it became much easier to fold after a few times of placing my pillow and blanket on top of it after folding it up. See attached video. So, if it’s a little difficult to fold at first, then just place something on top of it during the day for a couple days. Then it will remember its form and become super easy to fold!

Overall I like the feel and simplicity of it. It is relatively firm which is what zi wanted. Initially I wanted all cotton batting with a muslin cover like my first futon. It was a handmade, California king and made by a crafter in Chicago (whom I met). That was the best sleeping purchase I have ever made! In colder winters I could double it over and stay cozy and so rested. I wish I had never let it go! I really didn't want foam as I have experience all the vinegary odor and lack of durability before. This product had no odor at all. Time will tell on durability. It's simplistic to care for and the cotton cover is fine. I covered that cover with another polyester/cotton one. I think it has helped my neck and back also. The only real disappointment that I have is thinking it was made in the USA, only to notice the tags say Made in China. That is not indicated in any part of the Amazon online literature. If a company is an importer, they should have the decency to indicate the country of manufacture. Most do, but not Native Nest.