With its soft and fuzzy chenille exterior and “Be Here Now” inspiration signifying being present in your journey, this zafu cushion is an ideal accessory for your meditation practice. Its buckwheat filling molds easily to your contours while its round shape promotes comfortable posture and proper alignment of the pelvis during extended periods of sitting.
- Zafu meditation cushion by Buddha Groove in blue and grey chenille
- Embroidered with be here now
- Durable chenille cover, soft to touch, and machine washable
- Measures 16 inches across, 5 inches high
- Handle on the side
- Weighs approximately 6 pounds
- Comes with a separate insert stuffed with buckwheat hulls harvested in the USA
- Pair it with a coordinating Zabuton, sold separately
design: A round zafu meditation cushion in soft chenille, with a deep navy top panel embroidered in flowing script with "Be Here Now" and a pleated grey gusset side.
size: Measures 16 inches across and 5 inches high; weighs approximately 6 pounds.
material: Chenille textile cover with a removable buckwheat hull insert.
features: Embroidered "Be Here Now" design, durable machine-washable chenille cover, buckwheat hull filling that molds to the body, side carry handle, separate insert included
care: Spot clean or machine wash the removable chenille cover; air dry to preserve its shape.
disclaimer: As a textile piece with a natural buckwheat fill, slight variations in fabric texture and firmness are normal from cushion to cushion.
Meaning & Intention
The zafu has anchored seated meditation across Zen and Buddhist traditions for centuries, its round, gently domed shape built for one purpose: to lift the hips just enough that the spine can rise naturally and the knees can settle toward the earth. There is nothing decorative about its form — every curve serves the posture, and every hour spent on it is an hour spent in service of stillness.
The words embroidered across this one, "Be Here Now," name the entire aim of the practice it supports. Popularized by Ram Dass as a distillation of Eastern teaching for a Western audience, the phrase strips meditation down to its essential instruction: not somewhere else, not some other time, but this breath, this body, this moment. Stitched in white against deep navy, it becomes less a slogan and more a quiet reminder waiting at the base of every sit.
The buckwheat hull filling carries its own kind of symbolism — an agricultural material, harvested rather than manufactured, that yields to the body instead of resisting it. Where foam holds a fixed shape, buckwheat hulls shift and settle, echoing a core meditative lesson: stability is not rigidity, but a form of support flexible enough to meet you exactly as you are each time you sit.
Placed at the foot of a bed, in a reading nook, or in a dedicated meditation corner, this cushion turns a few square feet of floor into a standing invitation to pause. Its firm, contoured lift makes it easy to return to sitting practice day after day, while the embroidered reminder does quiet work even when you're just passing by — a small nudge back to the present moment, on the days you sit and the days you don't.
Essence & Elements
- Ideal For: Meditators and yoga practitioners seeking supportive, ergonomic seating for daily practice
- Purpose: Seated meditation, yoga and pranayama practice, floor seating, mindfulness rituals, home altar or meditation corner accent
- Suggested Mantra: Be here now
- Intention: Presence, Mindfulness, Grounding, Stillness
- Chakra Connection: Root Chakra (Muladhara)
Questions & Guidance
What is a zafu cushion used for?
A zafu is a traditional round meditation cushion designed to elevate the hips above the knees, supporting an upright spine and comfortable posture during seated meditation or floor seating.
What is the cushion filled with?
It comes with a separate insert stuffed with buckwheat hulls harvested in the USA, which molds to your body while still offering firm support.
Can I wash the cover?
Yes, the chenille cover is durable and machine washable, making it easy to keep fresh with regular use.
Do I need a zabuton mat with it?
A zafu can be used on its own, but pairing it with a coordinating zabuton mat (sold separately) adds extra cushioning and floor protection for longer sits.
How heavy is the cushion, and is it easy to move?
It weighs approximately 6 pounds and includes a side handle, so it's simple to carry from room to room or store away between sessions.
