{"product_id":"himari-shikibuton","title":"HIMARI 日葵 | Japanese Shikibuton","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"ofk-product-story\" data-ofk-master=\"uk\" data-ofk-product=\"himari\"\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHIMARI 日葵\u003c\/strong\u003e is OFUTON KOBO's signature Japanese shikibuton, made for people bringing floor sleep into everyday life. Its softly quilted surface and steady centre create a balanced, medium-firm feel that is easy to understand, easy to air, and easy to fold away.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMade in Japan. Approx. 10 cm loft. 25% wool blend. Three solo widths.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003chr\u003e\n\n  \u003ch2\u003eA balanced foundation for everyday floor sleep\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eHIMARI feels gently cushioned at first contact, then steadier underneath. An approximately 8 cm firm polyester support core developed in-house is placed between wool-blend filling layers, helping the sleeping surface stay supportive without feeling rigid.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eLay it out at night, then fold and air it when the day begins. The room can return to living, working, or gathering space instead of remaining a permanent bedroom.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3\u003eAt a glance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eApprox. 10 cm overall loft\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eBalanced medium-firm feel\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e100% cotton on both sleeping surfaces\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e25% wool and 75% Japanese TEIJIN polyester fibre filling\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eApprox. 8 cm firm polyester support core developed in-house\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eTri-fold design for airing and storage\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eMade and finished in Japan\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n  \u003chr\u003e\n\n  \u003ch2\u003eChoose your width\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eHIMARI follows Japanese shikibuton sizing rather than standard UK bed sizing. Measure the floor, platform, or frame before ordering. Inch values are approximate references.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3\u003eSingle\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e210 x 100 x approx. 10 cm\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e82.7 x 39.4 x 3.9 in\u003cbr\u003eApprox. 5 kg\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eA compact one-person sleep space, familiar from Japanese inns and well suited to smaller rooms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3\u003eWide Single\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e210 x 120 x approx. 10 cm\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e82.7 x 47.2 x 3.9 in\u003cbr\u003eApprox. 6 kg\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eTwenty additional centimetres of width for a solo sleeper who prefers more room to turn.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3\u003eExtra Wide Single\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e210 x 140 x approx. 10 cm\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e82.7 x 55.1 x 3.9 in\u003cbr\u003eApprox. 7 kg\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eThe most spacious HIMARI for one sleeper, with room to stretch and change position.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003csmall\u003eBecause HIMARI is made with flexible fibre materials, finished dimensions may vary by approximately +\/- 2 cm. Loft and weight may also vary slightly with measurement method, humidity, and production batch.\u003c\/small\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003chr\u003e\n\n  \u003ch2\u003eWhere HIMARI fits\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWood floors:\u003c\/strong\u003e Use a clean, firm surface with a breathable moisture-control layer beneath the shikibuton.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTatami:\u003c\/strong\u003e The traditional setting for Japanese floor sleep. Keep both the tatami and shikibuton dry and air them regularly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlatform or slatted beds:\u003c\/strong\u003e Use a stable, level, well-supported, and ventilated base. Avoid wide gaps that allow the shikibuton to sag.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBunk frames:\u003c\/strong\u003e Suitable when the frame provides firm, even support and enough airflow.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eAvoid damp, plush, sagging, uneven, or poorly ventilated surfaces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003chr\u003e\n\n  \u003ch2\u003eMade in Japan\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eHIMARI is sewn and finished at the OFUTON KOBO workshop in Oyama, Tochigi. Close-set quilting helps hold the filling evenly across the sleeping surface, while the firm centre core gives the shikibuton its steady character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eJ Quality futon-manufacturer certification: No. K2600190003.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3\u003eProduct record\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCover:\u003c\/strong\u003e 100% cotton on both sleeping surfaces\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFilling:\u003c\/strong\u003e 25% wool and 75% Japanese TEIJIN polyester fibre\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSupport core:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approx. 8 cm firm polyester support core\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFolded size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approx. 70 x selected width x 30 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Made in Japan\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n  \u003chr\u003e\n\n  \u003ch2\u003eArrival and recovery\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eHIMARI is compressed and sealed at the workshop for international delivery. After opening, lay it flat in a well-ventilated room and allow approximately 8 to 12 hours for the loft to relax. Recovery time varies with temperature, humidity, and time in transit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003ch2\u003eEveryday care\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003col\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKeep it dry.\u003c\/strong\u003e Do not let moisture remain beneath the shikibuton. Check the sleeping surface and underside regularly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAir it often.\u003c\/strong\u003e Raise, fold, or air both sides in a well-ventilated place so moisture can dissipate between uses.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUse both sides.\u003c\/strong\u003e Turn and rotate the shikibuton periodically to distribute normal pressure and settling more evenly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ol\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eDo not machine-wash, soak, or wash the whole shikibuton. Use a removable sheet or cover for everyday protection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003chr\u003e\n\n  \u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs HIMARI suitable for someone new to shikibuton?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eHIMARI has a balanced, medium-firm feel: softly quilted at the surface and steady through the centre. If you are accustomed to very soft memory foam, it may initially feel firmer. Comfort remains personal, so use the description as guidance rather than a guarantee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I place it directly on the floor?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eYes, when the floor is firm, level, clean, and dry. Add a breathable moisture-control layer underneath and air both the floor and shikibuton regularly. Do not leave moisture trapped beneath it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this the same HIMARI sold in Japan?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eYes. This is the Japanese-market HIMARI, made by OFUTON KOBO in Japan and dispatched directly from Japan.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAre the sizes the same as standard UK beds?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eNo. The centimetre measurements are the official product dimensions; inch measurements are approximate references. Please measure your intended floor, platform, or frame before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow should I clean it?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eUse a removable sheet or cover. Blot small spills promptly and clean only the affected area, then let it dry completely before use. For heavy soiling, consult a cleaner experienced with futon bedding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n  \u003chr\u003e\n\n  \u003ch2\u003ePrefer a fuller feel?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eSORA is OFUTON KOBO's fuller flagship shikibuton, with approx. 12 cm of loft and a 50% premium wool blend. \u003ca href=\"\/en-gb\/products\/sora-shikibuton\"\u003eExplore SORA\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003csmall\u003eReview current price, availability, delivery, import charges, and checkout terms before ordering. Duties, taxes, customs fees, or local handling charges may be assessed separately by destination authorities or carriers.\u003c\/small\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n","brand":"OFUTON KOBO","offers":[{"title":"210x100 cm","offer_id":46140967288968,"sku":"HIMARI-210100","price":299.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"210x120 cm","offer_id":46140967354504,"sku":"HIMARI-210120","price":322.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"210x140 cm","offer_id":46140967420040,"sku":"HIMARI-210140","price":344.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0741\/5080\/5640\/files\/himari-home-independent-site.webp?v=1790254469","url":"https:\/\/shop.ofutonkobo.com\/en-gb\/products\/himari-shikibuton","provider":"OFUTON KOBO","version":"1.0","type":"link"}