Meditation zabuton

A zabuton is a traditional Japanese meditation mat used as a soft base during seated meditation. In the Zen tradition, the zabuton is often combined with a zafu (a round meditation cushion). Usually, the zabuton lies beneath a meditation cushion, such as a zafu. You sit on the cushion while your knees and legs rest on the mat. This helps to create a stable and relaxed posture that allows the spine to remain straight. Some people also use the zabuton without a cushion, for example during kneeling meditation or relaxing yoga poses.

A zabuton provides cushioning and comfort when sitting on the floor, kneeling, or using a meditation cushion. It primarily protects the knees, ankles, feet, and lower legs.

The shape of a zabuton is always rectangular and is usually filled with kapok, foam, or sheep's wool. A meditation zabuton is ideally suited for people who meditate in longer sessions, wish to meditate on a hard or cold floor, have sensitive joints, or desire extra comfort.