Second Life: Series 11 !
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Zabuton Cushion Cover - Aizome-Fu
A Simple Cover, A New Feeling
Refresh your zabuton cushion with ease using this washable cover—designed for everyday comfort and convenience.
Made with our Aizome-fu fabric series, the design draws inspiration from the deep, beautiful tones of traditional indigo dye (aizome, 藍染め). It captures the same refined and timeless aesthetic—without using actual indigo.
Update your space effortlessly—no need to replace your entire zabuton. Enjoy a clean, stylish look all year round.
*Best paired with our Kyoto Zabuton Cushion Insert (sold separately).
Size
Option: Corner Tassels
- Size
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S: 50x55cm, M: 55x59cm, L: 59x63cm, XL: 64x68cm
*Sizes are approximate
*Looking for a custom size? Please feel free to contact us.
- Material (Fabric)
- 100% Cotton
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Tassels: 100% Silk
Made in Japan (Kyoto)
All of our products are made-to-order. Each piece is handcrafted specifically for you once your order is confirmed. Please allow approximately 14-20 business days for production before your item is shipped.
- Lead times may vary depending on current workshop volume and specific customizations, such as embroidery, Hanakomon, or water-repellent finishing.
- Delivery times vary by country and carrier.
- If you have a specific deadline, please feel free to contact us (intl@takaoka-kyoto.jp). We will do our best to accommodate your request and expedite your order where possible.
Our craftsmen and women carefully craft each piece to ensure the highest level of comfort, and we thank you for your patience while awaiting its arrival.
This product features a washable cover made by cotton. A care label with laundry symbols is sewn inside the cover. Please refer to this label before washing. For a detailed explanation of each symbol, please see the guide below:
Washing: Machine wash at or below 30°C using a very gentle cycle.
Bleaching: Do not bleach.
Drying: Do not tumble dry.
Drying: Line dry in the shade.
Ironing: Iron at a maximum temperature of 160°C (medium heat).
Dry Cleaning: Professional dry cleaning is permitted using petroleum solvents.
Wet Cleaning: Very gentle professional wet cleaning is permitted.
Important Note on Detergents
For natural (ecru) or light-colored fabrics, we recommend using non-fluorescent detergents. Detergents containing optical brighteners (fluorescent agents) may cause the color to change or look unnaturally pale/bluish.
For natural (ecru) or light-colored fabrics, we recommend using non-fluorescent detergents. Detergents containing optical brighteners (fluorescent agents) may cause the color to change or look unnaturally pale/bluish.
A Simple Cover, A New Feeling
Refresh your zabuton cushion with ease using this washable cover—designed for everyday comfort and convenience.
Made with our Aizome-fu fabric series, the design draws inspiration from the deep, beautiful tones of traditional indigo dye (aizome, 藍染め). It captures the same refined and timeless aesthetic—without using actual indigo.
Update your space effortlessly—no need to replace your entire zabuton. Enjoy a clean, stylish look all year round.
*Best paired with our Kyoto Zabuton Cushion Insert (sold separately).
Size
Option: Corner Tassels
All of our products are made-to-order. Each piece is handcrafted specifically for you once your order is confirmed. Please allow approximately 14-20 business days for production before your item is shipped.
- Lead times may vary depending on current workshop volume and specific customizations, such as embroidery, Hanakomon, or water-repellent finishing.
- Delivery times vary by country and carrier.
- If you have a specific deadline, please feel free to contact us (intl@takaoka-kyoto.jp). We will do our best to accommodate your request and expedite your order where possible.
Our craftsmen and women carefully craft each piece to ensure the highest level of comfort, and we thank you for your patience while awaiting its arrival.
This product features a washable cover made by cotton. A care label with laundry symbols is sewn inside the cover. Please refer to this label before washing. For a detailed explanation of each symbol, please see the guide below:
Washing: Machine wash at or below 30°C using a very gentle cycle.
Bleaching: Do not bleach.
Drying: Do not tumble dry.
Drying: Line dry in the shade.
Ironing: Iron at a maximum temperature of 160°C (medium heat).
Dry Cleaning: Professional dry cleaning is permitted using petroleum solvents.
Wet Cleaning: Very gentle professional wet cleaning is permitted.
Important Note on Detergents
For natural (ecru) or light-colored fabrics, we recommend using non-fluorescent detergents. Detergents containing optical brighteners (fluorescent agents) may cause the color to change or look unnaturally pale/bluish.
For natural (ecru) or light-colored fabrics, we recommend using non-fluorescent detergents. Detergents containing optical brighteners (fluorescent agents) may cause the color to change or look unnaturally pale/bluish.
"There is something truly beautiful about a life with Zabuton."
In Japan, welcoming guests with a Zabuton (a traditional floor cushion) is a deeply rooted custom. It is a beautiful expression of Omotenashi—the traditional spirit of hospitality. By offering a comfortable place to sit, we warmly invite our guests to relax and truly enjoy their time with us.
Because of this heritage, Zabuton were long thought of in Japan as items reserved strictly for guests. In truth, however, they are incredibly versatile pieces designed to bring everyday comfort and freedom into your home.
A Zabuton is perfect for hosting, but it is just as wonderful as your own personal relaxation companion. When friends gather, you can simply lay a few down to instantly create a cozy, intimate seating area without needing extra chairs.
Even if sitting on the floor isn't a regular part of your lifestyle, living a little closer to the ground brings a unique, grounding sense of peace that warms the heart. In those moments, having your favorite Zabuton nearby makes the experience all the more comfortable.
Seamlessly blending into any space and gently complementing your daily life—the Zabuton is a beautiful, modest token of hospitality that enriches your home.
MAKE IT YOURS
Sizes
Available in four traditional Japanese sizes: S, M, L.
Need a custom size? We’d be happy to create one for you—please contact us!
Compact and cozy—perfect for smaller spaces
The modern standard—ideal for contemporary living
A classic, slightly larger than size M.
Spacious and generous—also suitable for a Buddhist altar
Fabric
Kumotori
Take
Seikai
Sakura
Shima
J
I have been using a floor cushion in my living room for some time now. After a fair amount of research, I decided to elevate my experience by ordering a Kyoto zabuton from Takaokaya, and this Aizome-Fu / Asanoha patterned cover.
A couple things to consider: First, this cover is hand-made in Kyoto, so you may need to wait a bit for it to be ready. My order included an Ojami cushion with a customized pattern, and it took three weeks from the purchase date for everything to be ready to ship. It probably takes less time for the cover alone. Second, if you are ordering from the United States, shipping will likely not be cheap.
For me, however, both the wait and the shipping costs were well worth it. I had some tricky delivery instructions, and Takaokaya staff were very prompt and courteous in sorting those out. A staff member even contacted me to make sure I received my order on time, and that everything was present and correct (it was :)
The cover has a beautiful Asanoha (hemp leaf) pattern. The colors are consistent with product photos on the site—a natural fiber color and a very deep indigo, which can pass for black depending on the light. It comes on and off pretty easily, yet still fits the nude Kyoto zabuton it was meant for nicely. The quality of materials and craftsmanship is evident, especially in the stitching. I also LOVED that it came with a thank you card signed and stamped by the craftspeople involved in its construction.
It is rare these days you purchase something that you can tell people took great care and pride in making and getting to you. This will not be my last purchase from Takaokaya.
(Photos include the nude Kyoto zabuton that I purchased separately.)
Thank you Jason for the fabulous review on our products and service. We are really happy to know that all our efforts to create an awesome experience for you are well-appreciated.
Happy Kutsurogi!
Valery
Team Takaokaya
