As a sleep writer, I recently got the chance to try out a best-selling Japanese floor mattress, which is why I was so happy to see it on sale this Cyber Monday. There are plenty more Japanese floor mattress deals out there, but should you buy one this Cyber Monday?
While this year's best mattresses offer comfort and support, you can't roll them up and store them away when they're not in use. Nor can you roll them out when an overnight guest arrives. Japanese floor mattresses, on the other hand, are foldable and compact.
However, you may be wondering whether they are worth buying, even if there are Cyber Monday mattress deals on these temporary sleep solutions. Here, I'll cover what Japanese floor mattresses are, their pros and cons, and how much you can expect to spend on them in today's Cyber Monday sales.
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What is a Japanese floor mattress?
A Japanese floor mattress (also known as a Japanese futon to distinguish tit from the US-style futon) is a thin, foldable mattress that resembles a quilted mat. They are placed on the floor and do not need a bed frame, but they can benefit from being placed on a tatami mat to keep them clean, dry, and supported. Due to their rollable and compact design, they are often used for travel or as temporary guest beds for overnight visitors.
Are Japanese floor mattresses any good?
Recently, I tried the best-selling Japanese floor mattress on Amazon, the MAXYOYO futon, and was unexpectedly impressed with how comfortable I found its 4" design. It was firm enough to keep my back supported but quilted enough for me to feel cushioned when side sleeping. It also set up easily and expanded quickly, and it also came with some handy accessories (such as a bandages and a storage bag) for when I needed to store it away.
However, while it's 4" depth provided a good, thick amount of comfort, it did mean it was quite bulky when I rolled it up, so you do need some storage space when it's time to put it away. Those with a small living space and a lack of storage may want to opt for a thinner Japanese floor mattress, but a slimmer design may mean less comfort. Alternatively, you could go for a blow-up mattress (also known as an air mattress or air bed), which can be deflated for more space.
Of course, how comfortable you find a Japanese floor mattress depends on which Japanese floor mattress you choose, your body type, and your preferred sleep position.
How much do Japanese floor mattresses cost?
The average price of a good-quality queen Japanese floor mattress on Amazon in the Cyber Monday sales is under $150, with the cheaper ones around $60. However, Japanese floor mattresses are frequently on sale during big sale events. For example, many of the top deals on Japanese floor mattress in Amazon's Cyber Monday sale match the discounts I saw during October's Prime Day deals.
The benefits of a Japanese floor mattress
✅ They're compact: Their rollable design means they can be folded up and rolled away when not in use, so they are ideal for those without a guest bed.
✅ They can offer great support and comfort: When placed on a hard surface, such as hard flooring or a tatami mat, the Japanese floor mattress offers good support and is quilted enough to offer a good amount of comfort.
✅ They're breathable: When placed on hard flooring or a tatami mat, Japanese futons can sleep incredibly cool for hot sleepers.
The drawbacks of a Japanese floor mattress
❌ There are other options: There are plenty of other temporary sleep solutions out there, such as air beds and rollaway beds. Read our guide to floor mattresses for all the different options available.
❌ They can be quite bulky: If you go with a thicker Japanese floor mattress for extra comfort, be aware that they can take up a lot of room even when rolled up.
❌ They need to be placed on the right surface: If you only have soft flooring, such as carpeting, or an uneven floor, the Japanese futon may sleep warm and not be supported enough.
