Kanji Bolster

There is no better way to customize your comfort! Our meditation bolster cushions are perfect for meditators and yogis who need more support while in various meditation or yoga positions. Whether you need added height, or extra cushioning — our variety of support cushions will provide additional comfort and flexibility. They are perfect for increasing comfort during daily meditation, meditation scripts, and meditation classes.

Complete the full meditation cushion collection with our zafu zabuton meditation pillow sets! Check out our additional support cushions for customized support with any of our meditation cushions.

Our bolsters are available in two different shapes and with three fill options: all natural cotton, GOTS-certified organic cotton and buckwheat hulls.

Japanese Poem by Zen Buddhist Monk

Woven into our Kanji fabric is an ancient Japanese poem, a reflection of impermanence and self-transcendence:

'The fragrant, colored flowers are delicately scattered.
Who can remain unchanged in this world?
Transcend the present world, do not dream fleeting dreams, do not act out.'

This poem is attributed to Ikkyū Sōjun (一休宗純, 1394–1481), a renowned Japanese Zen Buddhist monk and poet known for expressing profound truths in a direct, and poetic manner. The poem reflects the Zen Buddhist concept of impermanence, reminding us that all things, no matter how beautiful, are fleeting. Flowers serve as a powerful reminder of this, as their brief bloom symbolizes life’s transience.

The second half of the poem, “Do not dream fleeting dreams,” embodies a fundamental Zen teaching: to let go of our desires. In Zen Buddhism, clinging to worldly attachments leads to suffering, as we endlessly seek to fulfill fleeting dreams that will never truly satisfy us. 

Our Kanji fabric weaves a timeless artistry with wisdom, reminding us to embrace life’s impermanence and celebrate the fleeing beauty of the present moment.

GOTS-Certified 

Now available with 100% GOTS-certified organic cotton filling (insert only), ensuring the cotton is sustainably grown and processed without harmful chemicals. Guaranteeing ethical practices from farm to finished product, promoting both comfort and sustainability.

Cotton Meditation Bolster

• Round measures 26.5' x 9' diameter, weighs approximately 4lbs.
• Rectangular measures 11' x 25' x 6', weighs approximately 4lbs.

Buckwheat Meditation Bolster

• Round measures 25' x 6.5' diameter, weighs approximately 6lbs.
• Rectangular measures 11' x 25' x 5.5', weighs approximately 7.8lbs.

All zippered bolster covers are washable and new covers may be ordered. Visit our meditation cushions care instructions & FAQ to learn more.

Handcrafted in the USA.