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airing out bedding; drying futon in the sun
the practice of hanging futon and bedding outside to air them out, typically in sunlight
天気がいいから布団干しをしよう。
The weather's nice, so let's air out the futon.
布団干しは湿気対策に効果的だ。
Airing out the futon is effective for preventing moisture buildup.
マンションではベランダで布団干しをする人が多い。
Many people in apartments air out their futon on the balcony.
Compound of 布団 (futon, bedding) + 干す (to dry, air out). Refers to the practice of hanging bedding outside in the sun.
COMMON COLLOCATIONS:
- 布団干しをする: to air out the futon
- 布団干し台: futon drying stand/rack
- ベランダで布団干し: airing futon on the balcony
CULTURAL NOTE:
A common household practice in Japan, especially on sunny days. Sunlight helps remove moisture, kill {ダニ} (dust mites), and freshen the bedding. Japan's humid climate makes regular airing essential for hygiene.
RELATED TERMS:
- 天日干し: sun-drying (general term)
- 布団たたき: futon beater (used to knock out dust)
- 洗濯物干し: drying laundry