How Do You Maintain A Japanese Futon?
• Futon ready to be used. Lay the futon out properly. Japanese futons usually come in sets that may include a foam pad (matto), a futon (shikibuton), sheets(shiitsu), blankets (mofu), a duvet (kakebuton) and a pillow (makura). The foam pad should be laid out first. Put the bottom sheet on the futon and lay this on the pad, followed by the sheet and any blankets you may want. If you use a duvet, use the cover that comes with it. One side will be made of mesh; this goes up. • Fold your futon when not in use. Leaving your futon out during the day may allow mold or mites to grow underneath. The futon and pad should be folded in thirds (take care to make sure that only the underside of the futon touches the floor as you fold) and stacked neatly in a cupboard or the corner of the room. The blankets are folded in four and placed on top of the folded futon and pad, and then the pillow goes on top of everything. • Air your futon whenever possible. Hang it in the sunlight outdoors during a time
