Bring the breath of Zen to modern life.
ZAF is a meditation and posture support cushion rooted in the "zafu," a Buddhist implement used by Zen monks for zazen meditation.
When you sit on it, the pleats on the sides expand and contract to fit your pelvis, guiding your body into its natural S-curve posture and supporting the deep breathing and concentration suitable for meditation.
Traditional manufacturing methods and "kapok cotton"
Each ZAF cushion is handcrafted by skilled Buddhist altar fittings artisans.
The filling uses kapok cotton, traditionally used in meditation cushions*, and is made using a traditional method of hand-stuffing a large amount of cotton through the unsewn part of the pleats on the side.
The artisan's sewing and hand-stuffing techniques result in a unique texture that firmly supports the human pelvis.
1,200 years of wisdom for sitting
The origins of ZAF's zazen futon date back approximately 1,200 years to China's Tang Dynasty.
At that time, round cushions used by Zen monks for zazen were called "futons," as confirmed in a poem by the Tang poet "Gu Kuang."
"Staying at a Mountain Temple by the Lake" (宿湖辺山寺)
The river murmurs with rain
A pair of white cranes beneath the pines
Imbued with the scent of pine and cypress
A Zen monk seated on a futon stirs the wind,
A fisherman falls into the river, gazing at the moon.
Who would realize that life and death are the same?
Ancient Zen teachings have descended.
Learning from this long tradition of zazen culture, ZAF has redesigned this sitting tool to suit modern lifestyles.
Analyze with the latest software
"Why is ZAF so comfortable?"
We scientifically verified its traditional comfort using the latest posture analysis software.
Reduces strain on the lower back
When using ZAF, muscle activity in the erector spinae is reduced by an average of 27% compared to sitting cross-legged*. This cushion reduces the strain on your lower back, making it suitable for long hours of desk work or meditation.
For a beautiful and natural S-curve posture
It has been demonstrated that the height and firmness of the cushion naturally tilt the pelvis forward, shortening the distance between the sacrum and the head, and guiding the body to form an ideal "S-curve." A beautiful posture can be maintained effortlessly.
Find the perfect cushion
Not only for meditation and mindfulness at home, but also for meditation in the sauna.
We also offer auxiliary items such as incense and mats.
