In Western countries, a futon refers to a piece of furniture that is both a couch and a bed. In just a few moments it is possible to change a futon from a couch into a bed or the other way around. This makes them a versatile pieces of furniture that is often used by people as a guest bed.
On the other hand, a japanese futon mattress is a traditional type of bed that is still used in Japan today. It is essentially a padded and comfortable matt that is place on the floor. In the morning, it is rolled away and put into a cupboard so that there is more room for day to day living. This is important in Japan as space is at a premium.
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