Zabuton – Important Japanese Objects
Zabuton (座布団) is a cushion for sitting in Japan. Zabuton blinds are usually used while sitting on the floor and can also be used while sitting on a chair.
In a more casual setting, Zabuton blinds can be used in conjunction with a zaisu (座椅子), a type of chair without legs in Japan, with or without an accompanying kyousoku (脇息), an armrest Japanese style.
Usually, any place in Japan where floor seating will be provided with Zabuton blinds for comfortable sitting. A typical Zabuton curtain measures 50-70 cm (20-30 inches) square and is several centimeters thick when new.
In general, zabuton is a beautiful pad to sit comfortably, over the development period has become the zabuton with vin arm and backrest as it is today. There are many different types of zabutons on the market. Almost every household item store in Japan sells zabutons in a variety of designs, shapes, and qualities, ranging from simple casual to high-end luxury. Not only narrowing within Japan, zabuton has been introduced to Asian countries and also Europe.
Zabuton is light weight, easy to move. The majority of zabuton is produced by hand, so zabuton products meet the requirements and expectations of most users. Zabuton is a feature of Japanese culture and is an art in the craft industries of this country.
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