Frequently Asked Questions
What is this tatami bed frame made of?
This Japanese-style platform bed is crafted from 100% solid Indonesian mahogany hardwood. The natural wood grain and smooth finish give it a warm, modern look that works beautifully in both minimalist and more layered bedrooms.
How is the bed constructed?
The frame uses traditional interlocking pieces, so there are no visible brackets or screws along the outside. Once assembled, the structure feels solid and quiet, with clean lines and no exposed hardware.
What headboard options are available?
This listing lets you choose between four styles: no headboard for a pure, low-profile look; a slatted headboard for an airy, open feel; a grooved headboard with subtle vertical texture; and a solid headboard that creates a calm, continuous wood backdrop behind your pillows.
What kind of mattress or base works best?
The bed comes with a set of wooden slats and is designed to be used with tatami mats or a futon mattress for a firm, supportive feel. For a conventional mattress, we recommend using tatami mats or a solid board over the slats to create an even surface and protect the mattress over time.
Are tatami mats or drawers included?
Tatami mats, drawers, and mattress are sold separately so you can build the exact setup you want. Matching storage drawers are designed to fit under the bed and slide easily into the open space beneath the frame.
What is the weight capacity of the bed?
The platform frame is designed to support up to 600 lbs when used as directed. Adding tatami mats on top of the slats helps distribute weight more evenly and can increase the effective capacity and comfort.
How high is the bed and can the leg height be customized?
The bed ships with taller legs to create generous space underneath for airflow and storage. It can also be ordered with shorter custom legs for a more low-slung, traditional tatami look; custom leg heights are made to order and final sale.
Is assembly difficult?
Assembly is straightforward: the interlocking rails slide together, the headboard fits into the frame, and the slats are laid across the top. Clear instructions are included, and once the pieces are in place the bed feels solid and secure.
Pure Tatami Simplicity
This headboard-free tatami bed keeps the focus on open walls, soft light, and the quiet rhythm of natural wood. Crafted from solid hardwood with traditional interlocking construction, it feels grounded and calm, inviting you to sleep close to the floor in a space that breathes.
Use it with tatami mats or a futon mattress for a firm, supportive base that celebrates Japanese-inspired minimalism. The taller legs leave room beneath for storage drawers or baskets, so the room stays uncluttered and serene.
Airy Slatted Backrest
The slatted headboard version adds a gentle backdrop without breaking the light, echoing traditional Japanese latticework. Vertical wood slats create a soft place to lean while reading or unwinding, casting delicate shadows that shift throughout the day.
Like the original tatami bed, it is built from solid hardwood with no exposed hardware, using interlocking pieces instead of visible brackets. Paired with tatami mats or a futon, it becomes a low, welcoming retreat where natural textures and clean lines do all the work.
Textured Grooved Detail
The grooved headboard brings a subtle, architectural feel to the classic tatami platform. Fine vertical channels catch the light and invite touch, giving the bed a refined texture that pairs beautifully with linen pillows and layered throws.
Underneath, the same solid hardwood frame and wooden slats support tatami mats or a futon mattress. With no visible metal and a smooth, satin-like finish, this design feels both timeless and modern, perfect for a bedroom that balances calm simplicity with a hint of drama.
Quiet Solid Panel
The solid headboard option turns the tatami bed into a gentle statement piece. A wide expanse of smooth hardwood frames your pillows and textiles, creating a calm, sheltering wall that feels luxurious without ever feeling heavy.
Designed for use with tatami mats or a futon mattress, the fully slatted platform offers even support and a firm, grounded feel. The open space below can be used for storage drawers, while the clean silhouette and warm wood grain make the entire bed feel like a carefully crafted piece of architecture.
