Futon Day

What Is Futon Day?

October 10th is "Futon Day" in Japan. The date comes from a wordplay pairing two "10"s to read "fu(2)-to(10)-n" (futon), and it was established by the Japan Bedding Goods Association, an industry body for bedding.

A Day of Gratitude for the Bedding That Supports Restful Sleep

The futon is an essential piece of bedding that shapes the quality of our sleep every single day.

• Origin: October 10 contains two "10"s; reading the "2" as "fu" and the "10" as "ton" gives "fu-ton"
• Purpose: to raise awareness of the importance of futon care, hygiene, and a comfortable sleep environment
• Seasonal connection: October, as temperatures begin to drop, is also when many households switch from summer to winter bedding

An Easily Overlooked Habit: Futon Maintenance

Airing futons in the sun, using a futon dryer, and periodically having them refluffed are all important not just for comfortable sleep, but also for managing allergies.

Tips for Marking This Day

• Air out your futon in the sunlight
• Switch your futon to match the season
• Look into the proper way to care for a futon
• Reconsider your bedding choices for better sleep

A Fluffy Futon Nurtures Tomorrow's Energy

The futon that soothes away a day's fatigue is an unsung hero supporting healthy everyday life. October 10th is a day to appreciate the futon's quiet importance.