J-Life Katsumushi Multi Buckwheat Hull Pillow
Save 10% when you order both unscented pillow styles (Neckroll & Rectangular) as a set! The J-Life Soba Gara Makura The J-Life Buckwheat Hull Pillow, or Soba Gara Makura, adheres to centuries of Japanese tradition by creating a pillow that is simple, comfortable, and durable. In Japan, the most popular type of pillow is not filled with down feathers or synthetic fiberfill. It is filled with buckwheat hulls- the tiny seed casings of the buckwheat plant. This vibrant buckwheat pillow is decorated with a multicolored dragonfly pattern. Katsumushi (勝虫), meaning "victory insect," is a Japanese nickname for the dragonfly. Originating from the samurai era, the term reflects some of the dragonfly's admired traits, such as cunning, fearlessness, and agility, which the warriors sought to emulate. Why Switch to Buckwheat? Buckwheat husk pillows create a sleep surface that is firm yet cushioned, so it conforms perfectly to the curvature of the neck and head in any position. This can be part