Color | Zen Black |
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Size | 1 Count (Pack of 1) |
Style | Classic |
Height | 16 centimetres |
Weight | 2 Kilograms |
Shape | Round |
Material type | Cotton |
Number of items | 1 |
Outer material | 100% Cotton Drill |
Seasons | All Seasons |
Features | Washable |
Batteries included? | No |
Brand | Blue Banyan |
Fill material | Organic Buckwheat Hulls |
Manufacturer | Blue Banyan |
Item model number | MZB01 |
Product Dimensions | 38 x 38 x 16 cm; 2.55 kg |
ASIN | B000QS99LC |
Blue Banyan Zafu Meditation Cushion (Organic Buckwheat) UK Made
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Colour | Zen Black |
Material | Cotton |
Brand | Blue Banyan |
About this item
- Quality UK made Meditation Cushion available in various colours
- Filled with certified organic Buckwheat Hulls that moulds to the shape of your body as you rest
- Made from strong 100% cotton drill
- Approximate Dimensions: Diameter: 37cm (14.5") x Height: 13.5cm (5.3")
- Approximate Weight: 2kg
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Date First Available | 14 May 2007 |
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Customer Reviews |
4.7 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | 84,034 in Sports & Outdoors (See Top 100 in Sports & Outdoors) 50 in Foam Wedges |
Is discontinued by manufacturer | No |
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In the Japanese Zen tradition a zafu (meditation cushion) or wooden meditation stool and a zabuton (flat mat) define a meditation space wherever they are laid out. Blue Banyan makes its zafus here in the UK, conforming to the classic design but ensuring by the quality of production and finishing we require that the meditation cushion gives excellent comfort and support during even lengthy meditation.
The sleeve of the zafu is made out of heavy-gauge 100% cotton fabric. It is filled with organic Buckwheat, an agricultural product that moulds to the shape of your body as you rest on the zafu to give gentle and comfortable support. This quality of the filling is maintained over time as the organic Buckwheat does not compress with use.
Our zafu design features a hidden pleat to allow the user to make adjustments to the firmness of the cushion by removing or adding the filling. The zafu can be easily cleaned and maintained in its pristine condition by occasionally brushing it down using a stiff brush dipped in lukewarm water. The zafu has an integral carrying handle and is easily portable (approx 2 kg weight).
Zafus are traditionally paired with a zabuton or textile flat mat.
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Customers like the comfort, quality, appearance and meditation of the exercise block. For example, they mention it's comfortable, brilliant for meditating, perfect for peace of mind and that it'll motivate them to meditate more. They appreciate the compact size and portability. Opinions are mixed on the firmness.
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Customers find the exercise block comfortable to sit on with support to give them good back support. They also say it's well built and sturdy, providing excellent support during yoga exercises. Some say it makes them sit in the correct position for their back. Overall, customers are satisfied with the quality and value of the product.
"...For reduced strain on joints, comfort and unrestricted circulation during longer sessions, your knees need to be well below your hips..." Read more
"Nice and a little heavy. Good for sitting. Portable in theory but probably heavier than you want to cart around with you very far." Read more
"...I use this for meditation and yoga, it is comfortable to sit on with support to give you good posture...." Read more
"...If you stil and wiggle on it, it does give you "shaped" support, and really allows you to have an upright back without leaning against something...." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the quality of the exercise block. They mention that it is well-made, firm, and easy to carry and wash. The cushion is good for MBSR classes and invaluable for camping.
"...Really well made and a great buy." Read more
"...The material is sturdy, stitching is good and is also small enough to store away in a small place (like behind the sofa) which is perfect for people..." Read more
"This cushion is very firm...." Read more
"...It seems pretty sturdy, I like it...." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the appearance of the meditation cushion. They mention that it is comfortable, sturdy, and beautiful. Some say that the product is neat and looks like a mini ottoman. Overall, customers are happy with the quality and the range of colors to choose from.
"Nice and a little heavy. Good for sitting. Portable in theory but probably heavier than you want to cart around with you very far." Read more
"...The colour matches the picture perfectly, the only downside as everyone else seems to point out is the large label but that can be removed easily so..." Read more
"...Other than that, a really nice cushion, I am thinking of getting another couple of them just to have around the coffee table." Read more
"...I use it for my pelvic floor exercises. Beautiful vibrant colour and very comfy to sit on for long periods of meditation...." Read more
Customers find the meditation cushion brilliant, comfortable, and perfect for peace of mind. They say it motivates them to meditate more, provides good support, and encourages a straight back during meditation. Customers also say it makes their life easier and reduces back pain.
"...cushion is comfortable but gives good support and encourages a straight back during meditation which is so important. Worth the money." Read more
"Makes my meditation much easier" Read more
"This has been a great help in my Zazen meditation. Very good quality, sturdy and comfortable. Would recommend." Read more
"Makes sitting in meditation much more comfortable and it ca be used as puff for the lounge too" Read more
Customers like the size of the exercise block. They mention it's compact, store away easily, and the right size for comfort and portability. Some say the cushion is firm but still comfortable. They say it'll be easy to carry to classes and is hard-wearing.
"Nice and a little heavy. Good for sitting. Portable in theory but probably heavier than you want to cart around with you very far." Read more
"...The material is sturdy, stitching is good and is also small enough to store away in a small place (like behind the sofa) which is perfect for people..." Read more
"...The cushion is the size I was expecting, very firm but still comfortable, doesn't change shape very much when sat on, and is almost exactly the..." Read more
"...A couple of reviews have said it's too small to get your backside & crossed legs on- I'm no expert, but I understand the idea is that you sit on it,..." Read more
Customers appreciate the value of the exercise block. They say it's a perfect purchase and a good value for the price.
"...Really well made and a great buy." Read more
"...Worth the money." Read more
"...house.would be useful if it was washable.prompt delivery .Good value for money." Read more
"...cannot be removed for washing - but this zafu is still very good value considering the price." Read more
Customers like the firmness of the exercise block. They mention that it's comfortable but firm enough to perfectly follow their body, and holds their posture well. The buckwheat interior gives a much more stable sitting position than a usual cushion, which is important when sitting. The product will loosen up and get even better over time, and it reduces strain on joints.
"...For reduced strain on joints, comfort and unrestricted circulation during longer sessions, your knees need to be well below your hips..." Read more
"...The cushion is comfortable and well made. The perfect firmness and height" Read more
"...Good size, comfortable and little sagging. But enough about my bottom - the cushion is excellent too...." Read more
"...ideal height, even for someone getting on a bit, and consequently not too flexible - it is also comfortingly firm, yet comfortable. I love it!" Read more
Customers have mixed opinions about the ease of use of the meditation cushion. Some find it not too hard and easy to take filling out, while others say it's a little hard for their taste.
"...take a bit of buckwheat out to make it "looser" but it was easy to do...." Read more
"Although the item was as described, I found it too hard and too small (& I'm not big at all) for my requirements...." Read more
"...Possibly slightly overfilled for me, but its easy to take filling out - although putting it back might be a challenge...." Read more
"Very nice cushion. A little hard but that's very much personal taste." Read more
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Some sites suggest that you only need one cushion unless you are tall. Well its not just about how tall you are, its about how long your legs are and how flexible your joints are. For those of us westerners who are not trained to sit cross legged on the floor from a young age and/or who are not very flexible in the joints, it is better to be higher off the floor. For reduced strain on joints, comfort and unrestricted circulation during longer sessions, your knees need to be well below your hips (thighs sloping downward). So if you feel you need a second cushion, then get one.
A couple of reviews have said it's too small to get your backside & crossed legs on- I'm no expert, but I understand the idea is that you sit on it, but your feet & calves (& ideally your knees too, but I ain't that flexible) are on the floor, or your fancy meditation mat, if you have one, to give you more stability while you sit. This does seem much more comfortable than just sitting cross-legged on one level.
Also someone said the cushion is too hard. There is a velcro-fastened access hole just under the strap on the side, where the label is, so you can reach in to remove handfuls of filling, to make it squishier to suit your personal upholstery.
Don't think it makes me any better at meditation though!