Deeper Japanese shikibuton · Made in Japan Since 1873
SORA 宙
SORA · Made deeper
HIMARI's structure, made deeper.
We built SORA for customers outside Japan who want more depth from a Japanese shikibuton.
It keeps the firm core and fold-away form of HIMARI, then adds about 2 cm of loft and a 50% wool blend for more depth under the shoulders and hips.
- Feel
- Balanced medium
- Loft
- Approx. 12 cm
- Cover
- Cotton fabric
- Filling
- 50% wool and 50% polyester fiber
- Made in
- OFUTON KOBO atelier in Oyama, Tochigi, Japan
Official international store · dispatched directly from Japan.
HIMARI or SORA
The upgrade is simple: more depth.
HIMARI
The everyday standard and best value.
- Approx. 10 cm loft
- 25% wool blend
- Compact daily floor sleep
Choose SORA
For a fuller premium feel, especially if you sleep on your side or are used to a Western mattress.
- Approx. 12 cm loft
- 50% wool blend
- More depth under shoulders and hips
Why it costs more
More wool. More loft. Same fold-away form.
SORA keeps the firm center and tri-fold structure of HIMARI, then adds a deeper profile and 50% wool blend for a fuller first touch while staying grounded underneath.
The deeper model, shown in motion
SORA is still a Japanese shikibuton — just fuller.
See SORA in motion: a fuller Japanese shikibuton that keeps its foldable form, calm support, and everyday floor-sleeping rhythm.
Product proof
The upgrade is visible: depth, wool, and a composed gray finish.
SORA adds visible depth, a higher wool share, and calm gray piping while preserving the grounded, foldable shikibuton structure.
More depth under the body.
SORA adds about 2 cm of loft over HIMARI for customers who want a fuller feel from Japanese floor sleep.
Fuller, but still foldable.
The deeper loft still folds into three sections for airing, storage, and returning the room to daytime use.
For shoulders and hips.
The 50% wool blend gives SORA a fuller first touch while the support underneath stays calm and firm.
Calm gray piping.
The gray edge frames the ivory cotton surface and makes the current SORA specification easier to recognize.
Premium Japanese floor sleep
A fuller sleep surface, only when you need it.
SORA is for customers who want more depth than the Japanese household standard, while still keeping the shikibuton rhythm: lay it out, sleep, air it, fold it away.
How to choose SORA
Choose SORA when comfort depth matters more than price.
Choose HIMARI for value and a compact fold. Choose SORA when you want fuller cushioning under the shoulders and hips.
Premium depth.
Choose SORA if you are used to a Western mattress or want more cushioning under the shoulders and hips.
Still folds away.
The thicker profile does not remove the daily advantage of a shikibuton: air it, fold it, and recover the room.
Fuller, not shapeless.
The design keeps HIMARI's grounded support concept while adding a more generous wool-blend surface feel.
Product record
Full specifications, care, and ordering checks.
Review what SORA is, who it suits, how it is used and cared for, and how it differs from HIMARI before ordering.
Specifications
- Single: 200 × 100 × approx. 12 cm · approx. 6 kg
- Extra Wide Single: 200 × 140 × approx. 12 cm · approx. 8 kg
- Filling: 50% wool and 50% polyester fiber
- Loft: approx. 12 cm
- Finish: ivory cotton surface with calm gray piping
- Dispatch: official international store, sent directly from Japan
Care and use
- Use on a firm, level, clean, breathable surface.
- Air it often and rotate both sleeping surfaces periodically.
- Fold into three sections for airing and storage.
- Use a removable cover for routine washing.
- Choose HIMARI for the most accessible price; choose SORA for a fuller premium feel.
Size guide
| Single | 200 x 100 x approx. 12 cm · approx. 6 kg |
| Extra Wide Single | 200 x 140 x approx. 12 cm · approx. 8 kg |
Who should choose SORA?
Choose SORA if you want more depth under the body, sleep on your side, or prefer a fuller feel than the standard Japanese household thickness.
Care
Keep it dry, air it often, and rotate both sides periodically. SORA still folds into three sections for storage and airing.
Surface
Use a firm, level, clean, and breathable surface: tatami, a platform, a ventilated frame, or a clean floor with moisture control.
Ready to choose
SORA is the fuller premium choice.
Choose it if you want the OFUTON KOBO shikibuton structure with more loft, more wool, and a deeper first touch than HIMARI.
Choose SORA sizeAnswers before ordering
Frequently asked questions
Why is SORA thicker than HIMARI?
HIMARI is the standard thickness used in Japanese homes. Customers abroad often want more depth under the body, so SORA adds about 2 cm and doubles the wool share. The support underneath is the same.
What defines the current SORA specification?
SORA has calm gray piping around all four edges, approximately 12 cm of loft, and a filling of 50% wool and 50% polyester fiber.
What does the name SORA mean?
In Japanese, SORA is associated with the sky and a sense of openness and calm.
Is SORA made in Japan?
Yes. SORA is assembled, sewn, inspected, and finished at the OFUTON KOBO atelier in Oyama, Tochigi, Japan.
What sizes are available?
The current product record includes Single 200 × 100 cm and Extra Wide Single 200 × 140 cm. Confirm current inventory and price in the official international store before checkout.
Can a shikibuton this full still fold away?
Yes. SORA folds into three sections for airing and storage. Its approximate folded footprint is 67 cm by the selected width, with about 36 cm of folded loft.
What surface should I use beneath SORA?
Use a firm, level, clean, and breathable surface such as tatami, suitable flooring with a moisture-control layer, a platform board, or a ventilated bed frame. Air the shikibuton and the surface beneath it regularly.