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The Buckwheat Pillow
is 100% Natural
The Buckwheat Hulls used in these pillows are 100% Quality Assurance
International (QAI) Certified Organic, No genically modified organism (NON-GMO),
Kosher, Extra Roasted, Triple Cleaned. No fragrances are added to my
buckwheat hulls, they are the finest buckwheat hulls available and are grown
in North America. I also make Hot n' Cold Products which you can heat by
microwave oven.
Buckwheat hull filling: Certified
Organically Grown, a natural biodegradable grain hull, a byproduct of
buckwheat grouts and flour production. It conforms to the shape of your body
for a grounded feeling, and the little air pockets between the hulls permit
airflow to keep you cool. These same air pockets are warmed by the infared
heat your body produces and the special 100% cotton fabric helps hold this
heat to a nice warm temperature while you sleep.
All these products have hidden zippers and are made of 100% cotton.
Whether you practice Iyengar, Kripalu, Phoenix Rising,
Ashtanga, Kundalini, Integral, Sivananda, or any other style of Hatha Yoga,
you'll find a product here to suit you. The bolsters are used by mediators
of many schools -- Zen, Vipassana, Tibetan Buddhism, Mindfulness, Insight --
beginners as well as long time practitioners!
Here are some descriptions of the more popular types of yoga to help you
choose a suitable program to help you shape up. Ashtanga (Power Yoga)
The preferred choice for athletes, Ashtanga yoga is light on meditation but
heavy on stamina. Not only are the poses more difficult than those performed
in other classes, participants are encouraged to move quickly from one pose
to another in an effort to build strength and flexibility.
This style is suitable for anyone in good physical condition but should
be avoided by those who are new to exercise. I
Yengar - One of the gentler styles of yoga, Iyengar is perfect for
novices and those who haven't exercised in a while. It uses props such as
chairs and pillows to compensate for a lack of flexibility, which is helpful
for anyone with back or joint problems. There’s also a meditative bent
should you prefer a combination of mental and physical fitness.
"You don't need to be a great athlete," says Jo-Ann Sutherland of the JNS
Yoga Studio in Saskatoon. "It’s yoga for everyone."
BikramDone in a hot room that is 38C or higher (to replicate the
temperature of yoga’s birthplace in India), this style of yoga focuses on 26
postures that are meant to be performed in a certain order. The exercises
are intense and very physical, which, when combined with the heat, makes for
a tough workout.
Recommended for yoga veterans only.
Hatha - This mellow form of yoga focuses on simple poses that flow
from one to the other at a very comfortable pace. Participants are
encouraged to go at their own pace, taking time to incorporate lots of
breathing and meditation into their workout. This yoga is ideal for those
needing a stress release at the end of a tough day.
My Therapy cylindrical buckwheat bolster offers forgiving support for
spinal stretches, restorative postures and deep breathing. Useful anytime a
part of you needs grounding during asana practice.
Bolster has a buckwheat hull filling, which offers greater resistance for
more intense stretches. Also, the buckwheat hulls help the bolster retain
its original shape over time. Hidden zippered for ease of cleaning.
Buckwheat Futon / Shiatsu Mat
Traditional futon style mats, wide enough to stretch
out on comfortably - maybe used as a natural alternative sleeping mat, thick
and soft enough for ample cushioning. Creates the ideal, nurturing
environment for bodywork and breath work. Hidden zippered for ease of
cleaning. The buckwheat hulls conform to your body to give a total supported
body rest.
Natural Buckwheat Hull Filled /
Buckwheat Futon/Mat-rolled Position
Futons
Signature Japanese Style "Osaka"
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Massage / Yoga 26 x 75 x 2" |
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$293.99 |
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Pillow Case Style Cover |
$30 |
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Adult 30x 80 x 3" |
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$327.99 |
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Pillow Case Style Cover |
$40 |
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Twin 39 x 75 x 3" |
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$327.99 |
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Pillow Case Style Cover |
$45 |
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Full 60 x 80 x3" |
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$599.99 |
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Pillow Case Style Cover |
$60 |
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Youth 19 x 54 x 3" |
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$199.99 |
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Pillow Case Style Cover |
$25 |
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Buckwheat pillows have been and are globally used. For
example in many European countries new borns are given both a buckwheat hull
mattress and a buckwheat hull pillow. To promote sound sleep without being
to cold our too warm while sleeping.
In Korea all children are given a buckwheat hull pillow by
their grandmothers.
In Japan for hundreds of years and even today the only
pillow that is available to purchase are buckwheat hull pillows, everyday
ship loads of buckwheat is shipped to Japan from Canada, they make buckwheat
noodles from the innerseed and make pillows from the hulls.
In Canada the first pillows and mattresses available and
used by the first Canadians in eastern Canada, over a hundred years ago, was
buckwheat hull pillows and mattresses. At that time they did not have cotton
or hay to fill mattresses and pillows. Later, it was used in chicken coups
too to help the chickens to deal with the cold temperatures of Canada, at
times of the year no city in Canada is above zero degrees for weeks at a
time.
Buckwheat Body Pillow and Bolster
Cradle yourself in complete comfort with the Body Pillow. It
has been designed to relieve pain, promote better circulation and support
for neck and back alignment. Both sizes are stuffed with pillow quality
buckwheat hulls. Designed to support your entire body in almost any
position... provides optimum support for the upper and lower extremities
while cushioning and maintaining proper spinal alignment. The flexible
design allows a variety of positions while sleeping on your side or back.
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Neck Roll and Bolsters
5" round by 17" long
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$37.99
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Bolster Pillow Yoga style
These are styled after the pillows you will find in the better Tokyo Hotels
with squared sides
Rectangular Shaped Pillow
| 12"x24"x5" |
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$51.99 |
| 7" x 12" x 3" |
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35.99 |
Round Bolsters and Body pillows
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10" round diameter x 24" |
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Pillow Case style Cover |
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$59.99 |
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10" round diameter x 36" |
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Pillow Case style Cover |
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$71.99 |
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10" round diameter x 52" |
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Pillow Case style Cover |
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$123.99 |
Oat Microwavable Hot n' Cold
Unscented microwavable Heat pack with oat seeds
| 5 x 11 " |
Standard |
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$19.99 |
| 4 x 29" |
Long wrap for all around use |
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$29.99 |
| Medium 29" |
Body wrap style with White Terry Cloth Slip Cover |
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37.99 |
Neck wrap
$29.99
Buckwheat Hull Classic
| Travel size w/white cover |
15" x 11" with zippered liner |
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$37.99 |
| Standard w/white cover |
21" Long with zippered liner |
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$45.99 |
| Queen w/white cover |
26" Long with zippered liner |
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$63.99 |
| King w/white cover |
31" Long with zippered liner |
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$73.99 |
The Classic Buckwheat hull Pillow w/o zipper
| Travel size w/white cover |
15" x 11" |
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$27.99 |
| Standard w/white cover |
15" x 21" |
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$37.99 |
| Large w/white cover |
15" x 26" |
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$43.99 |
| XLarge w/white cover |
15" x 31" |
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$77.99 |
Cool Blend Pillow
15" x 11" cool blend - buckwheat hulls with cooling seeds pillow, removes
heat when used.
11" X 15" $31.99
The ultimate Relaxation package everything above is included a Hot n' Cold
unscented microwavable pack, a Traditional Japanese Neck Rest Pillow, a Body
bostler, and a buckwheat hull Futon. Rest like there is no tomorrow.
$365
Tatami Mats
Most Japanese houses have Tatami. Tatami is a thick firm mat to cover the
Japanese-style room floor. Tatami mats are better than wooden flooring because
you can relax on Tatami.
Tatami has a long history. Emperor Shoumu used Tatami as a bed in Nara era
(710-794). It was the beginning of Tatami. In Heian era (794-1192), some rules
were made about the use of Tatami. People in different social ranks had to use
different kinds of Tatami. There were some rules about thickness of Tatami and
color and patterns of its edge. The edge of Tatami for the emperor was made of
the best silk fabrics.
In the middle of Edo era (about 1730), Tatami came into use among common people.
In the Meiji era (1867-1911), farmers started using it. In Japan, we usually
explain the size of a room by counting the number of Tatami mats which fit the
room. For example, "My room is four Tatami mats size." The size of a Tatami is
different from place to place.
The "Chuukyou-ma" type of Tatami is the most popular. Tatami is made of rush.
The kind of rush to make Tatami is called "igusa". If you look at the surface of
Tatami closely, you will find that Tatami is woven out of rush. To weave one
surface of Tatami, they use about four to five thousand pieces of rush.
But the craftsperson doesn't use rush immediately after harvest. They sort rush
by its use and grade (e.g., quality, length, color, etc.) before they use it.
Rush is used in Tatami's for many good reasons. For example, Tatami cleans air
in the room because the rush of Tatami absorbs carbon dioxide. The rush is
soaked in the mud immediately after harvest. This process keeps rush from
changing of color and it also makes the next process easier. The far infrared
rays are shed by this mud. Because of the far infrared rays, rush makes you
relax. Also, rush has another wonderful function. Rush absorbs water when
humidity of room is high. When humidity of room is low, it discharges water.
Moreover, it prevents ticks in Tatami. Because Tatami is good to keep the room
warm and let the air through. Therefore, you feel cool in summer when you sit or
stand on Tatami, and you feel warm in winter when you sit or stand on Tatami.
| Standard |
90cm x 90cm x 5.5cm thick
Weight 30 kg |
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$399.99 |
| Medium |
90cm x 180 cm x 5.5cm Weight 60kg |
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$479.99 |
| Large |
90cm x 200cm x 5.5cm thick - Weight 70kg |
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$499.99 |
Traveling Hints
When you travel you will want to remember to take your pillow with you too.
Many times we have been called by our pillow users
from some hotel somewhere where they realized they missed their buckwheat hull
pillow and wanted us to ship them one right away by next day air. Also remember
if you do travel with your pillow, don't forget it when you leave. We suggest
you use a bright colored pillow case on it when you travel. Many users of the
Large size pillow use the traditional size Makura
to travel with because it is smaller and lighter.
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