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I move around a lot and my biggest problem has always been bedding. I've been looking into the tatami mat and futon combination. Does anyone have any recommendations or bad experiences with this?
I skipped the mats as well and built a small platform bed. Be aware the futon mattress are pretty heavy for their size. I still like it lots, although its a queen size and never gets put up, its still beats mattress/spring/ lumps/ frames, etc.
I didn't bother with the tatami mat when I took this route. I went only with the shikibuton. I got one that was 3"x27"x80" from amazon for $60 and it works well. At night, I just put a sheet over it and use a pillow and blanket. In the morning I take off the sheet and hang the shikibuton to avoid mold.