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Product Description: Thank you for stopping by. I appreciate that you are taking the time to look here. ____________________________________________________________________________________________________ In Japan when we want pillows we go to a pillow maker. Unfortunately for me, while living in this country I found it virtually impossible to find an authentic Japanese buckwheat pillow, so I decided to create and manufacture my own based on my own lifetime experience. I have been using buckwheat pillows just like the one I'm selling here, since I was a small child in Japan, and I can't sleep without it! I believe that once you try this pillow you will never sleep on a "regular" pillow again! No more tossing and turning all night long! You will feel the difference that buckwheat hulls make. These are the best Handmade Buckwheat Pillows. High QUALITY, designed, calculated and hand fabricated by genuine Japanese. ____________________________________________________________________________________________________ This pillow is 100% hand crafted in the USA! I've hand picked the very best American grown buckwheat hulls, they are locally grown and harvested, and they have been cleaned using a triple cleaning process to remove dust, buckwheat flour, and debris from amongst the hulls. 100% organic, grown totally without pesticides or herbicides and are considered hypo-allergenic. Nothing, absolutely-no additives. ____________________________________________________________________________________________________ I use the highest quality 100% unbleached cotton fabric for the pillow case, comfortable texture, very durable yet very smooth to sleep on. Also, this pillow includes a zipper to allow you the option of removing hulls and adjusting the pillow to fit your exact needs. ____________________________________________________________________________________________________ Pillow size is 14" x 20", just the right size for Twin Size bed, each pillow weights about 4.5 lbs.

This pillow is very well made. Once you reposition the buckwheat to fit your head and neck it is comfortable. I don't seem to toss and turn as much as I used to - the pillow stays cool throughout the night.

It took me about three months to really get used to this unusual pillow.

For the first few nights it gave me actual neck pain.

Now I like the pillow and wouldn't want to be without it.

Note that the pillow is extremely heavy---around ten pounds or more, I'd say. It takes considerable effort to turn it, move it, and change the pillow case on it. This pillow is not for the weak or the ill.

Another issue is that the buckwheat hulls shift during the night and by morning tend to be moved too far to the rear. So the pillow needs to be turned periodically.

Despite all this, I love the general solidity and stability of the thing. I have found no odor issue whatsoever.

All pillows have problems, and this one is no exception. But it's the one I'd buy again.

This is a nice quality replacement for the cheap one I am replacing. It was a little stiff when new, but is starting to soften. I am happy with the purchase.

The pillow is just as described and is of excellent quality. The pillow is the nicest buckwheat hull pillow I ever owned by far.

I ordered this pillow to go along with my Japanese-style futon. I didn't have problems sleeping or a bad back or anything, I just got into Japanese culture and thought it would be cool to try it out.

Initially, I had a hard time getting used to it. For the first couple of months even, I kept my old pillow nearby and would switch it out halfway through the night. But then pretty soon I started sleeping the whole night without switching. Now I have become completely adjusted to the pillow and sleep on it every night. I've tried a few other pillows since switching, and have yet to find another that I like better than this one.

The quality is undeniable. I have rarely seen a product that is so well made. I have a feeling it will last me for many years.

Before I used this pillow, I would occasionally wake up with a sore/stiff neck. This would happen a lot whenever I slept on my side. My other pillow just didn't give me enough support. With this pillow, I've yet to have that problem. It is the perfect height whether I am on my back or my side. And unlike most other pillows, you can adjust the amount of hulls in it to your own liking. I took out maybe a couple of cups worth, and it is just right.

One thing this pillow isn't good is for sleeping on the stomach. In my old bed, I would always sleep on my stomach. Nowadays I tend to go back and forth. When I sleep on my stomach, I have to put this pillow aside because it is too thick and firm.

Another thing I really like about this pillow is the size. The "Japanese" size is just right for me. It isn't too big like most American pillows.

I definitely recommend this pillow.

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My Son's orthodontist has always recommended sleeping with a Buckwheat Pillow. His last pillow kept springing leaks. So we ordered a new pillow and he loves it. Thank you!

I bought a queen size pillow from beans72dotcom.

First the good things: the buckwheat filling is very good quality: uniform, no stems, just husks. The pillow has a zipper where you can take out some of the husk filling in order to make the pillow smaller. As my pillow came overstuffed, I had to take out about 1/3 of the filling (stored for later use).

Now, the real stuff:

As a side sleeper and after sleeping on this "pillow" for 3 weeks now, I can say that I am sorely disappointed. The pillow is advertised as firm, but that's an understatement. It's like sleeping on a bag of rice, or sand, or concrete, as other posters have said. I find that I have to pound the pillow into shape before I can comfortably lay my head on it, it will not contour under the weight of your head. As I change sleeping positions several times before I go to sleep, having to constantly reshape the pillow so I can rest in a comfortable position is a hassle. If you do not pound it into shape, expect to wake up with back or neck pains.

The pillow has a distinct earthy, seedy smell to it (similar to a bale of hay). It has not gone away, I just got used to it, but it certainly is NOT odorless.

This pillow is HEAVY! If you like to put your arm under the pillow as you sleep on your side, be AWARE that the pillow's weight combined with your head's weight will squeeze your arm to the point where it will be uncomfortable. Once a favorite sleeping position, with this pillow I find that I have to put my head on the edge of the pillow and let my arm hang out to the side, to not be under the pillow.

Breatheability is OVERRATED! On the site it says that this pillow "breathes" and will stay cooler than conventional pillows. It is slightly cooler than a polyester pillow, but not any cooler than a down pillow. It still gets as warm as other pillows, enough for it not to matter.

Since beans72 has to destroy any returned pillow, do not expect to be able to cheaply return any purchases, as other posters have noted.

I'm not sure who likes these kinds of pillows, but if I had to do it again, I would NOT!

I've slept on a latex pillow for years, never slept more than 6 hours and always woke up with a hot sweaty head, Plus the chemicals released by the latex as I slept had me concerned about my health. (Migraines)
I was a bit wary of spending 50+ dollars on a pillow based on some of the negative reviews, but I took the plunge.
I couldn't be happier! This is the most awesome pillow I've ever used! And it was perfect right out of the box. (didn't need to make any adjustments to the filling) Thank you Beans72, You make a great product!
I can now sleep 8 or more hours and actually feel rested when I get up. (No migraines yet)....

May buy a second one for my couch as I like to nap there.

And yes, I am a real purchaser of this product, not some review-bot, feel free to email me to verify.

Best quality pillow I have ever owned and i have purchased a lot of pillows. I was supprised at how heavy the standard pillow was the pillow has a lot of buckweat in it. I think it will last a long time. I am glad I did not purchase the queen or king size as they would have been too heavy for me. Shipping was fast also.

I have been having neck pain and morning headaches for many years due to poor neck support while I sleep. I wanted to buy one of these pillows for years, but never wanted to "risk" that much on a pillow that I wasn't sure would even help me. I finally had enough and ordered this buckwheat pillow, which I have been enjoying for the past 5 months. Not a single time have I woken up with neck pain or a headache since I got this pillow. My neck feels loose and I feel more refreshed in the mornings. On top of that, it stays cool and sweating has not been a problem. I only wish I had purchased this years ago. I want to address some of the points made by other reviewers.

1. The pillow is fairly heavy and might be difficult to move around for a person of small stature.
2. I did notice a slight scent for the first week, though it was not very strong.
3. The pillow is pretty loud at first, but you get used to it after a week or so.
4. The pillow is very firm, but it's not uncomfortable. As one reviewer stated, it feels like when you're laying on the beach and you mold some sand under your towel to support your head. I must admit that I was a bit surprised by the firmness at first as well, but now I don't know that could ever enjoy anything else.

Pros:

- Very supportive, molds to your head and neck.
- Stays cool...I have only had to flip it a few times in 5 months.
- Helps me sleep through the night.
- High quality materials...this pillow is built to last.
- You can push the husks around and mold them to meet your specific needs.
- Fits standard pillow cases...I use two(in opposite directions) for added firmness.
- The price...I would pay this price a thousand more times before going back to a regular soft pillow.

Cons:

- The pillow is heavy and may be difficult for some people to move around while using it.
- The noise was distracting to the point where I thought I would wake my wife, though she stated that she didn't hear a thing. I quickly became tollerant of the noise and was not bothered by it after a week or two.


Bottom line, I love this pillow and highly recommend this to anyone who needs a pillow that provides head/neck support. As stated above, this pillow takes some time to get used to, but just stick with it and your head/neck/body will thank you.

Thank you for stopping by. I appreciate that you are taking the time to look here. ____________________________________________________________________________________________________ In Japan when we want pillows we go to a pillow maker. Unfortunately for me, while living in this country I found it virtually impossible to find an authentic Japanese buckwheat pillow, so I decided to create and manufacture my own based on my own lifetime experience. I have been using buckwheat pillows just like the one I'm selling here, since I was a small child in Japan, and I can't sleep without it! I believe that once you try this pillow you will never sleep on a "regular" pillow again! No more tossing and turning all night long! You will feel the difference that buckwheat hulls make. These are the best Handmade Buckwheat Pillows. High QUALITY, designed, calculated and hand fabricated by genuine Japanese. ____________________________________________________________________________________________________ This pillow is 100% hand crafted in the USA! I've hand picked the very best American grown buckwheat hulls, they are locally grown and harvested, and they have been cleaned using a triple cleaning process to remove dust, buckwheat flour, and debris from amongst the hulls. 100% organic, grown totally without pesticides or herbicides and are considered hypo-allergenic. Nothing, absolutely-no additives. ____________________________________________________________________________________________________ I use the highest quality 100% unbleached cotton fabric for the pillow case, comfortable texture, very durable yet very smooth to sleep on. Also, this pillow includes a zipper to allow you the option of removing hulls and adjusting the pillow to fit your exact needs. ____________________________________________________________________________________________________ Pillow size is 20" x 30", just the right size for Queen Size bed, each pillow weights about 11.5 lbs.

And it's not supposed to be. It is, instead, a welcome change from the down-filled pillows that are luxurious but lack support. The foam types are different, but you may find that the buckwheat gives more support.

We sleep on a king size bed, but I bought the queen size pillow because I feared that any larger would be too heavy. This size has worked out fine and I still put it in my king size pillow cases.

I have been sleeping well on this pillow and have no complaints. I "mound" the pillow and lay my neck over the highest point. This keeps my head back a bit and allows my airway to stay open. I think it cuts down on my snoring, but my husband would say it is NOT a cure. During the night the "mound" gets worn down and I have to reshape it. It took some getting used to the sound of the pellets rubbing against each other when I'm on my side, but it is not a problem.

Previously, I was always buying new pillows, but they quickly lost their shape and got flat. My buckwheat pillow will probably be with me for years to come!

It states that this pillow May relieve common sleeping problems such as; tension, muscle pain, stiff neck, headache and stress and it will conform and adjust perfectly to your head, neck, and spine. Will NOT collapse like foam.

It did neither. I have to agree with the one who rated this at 3 stars and said it was way too big (I don't know why she gave it so much). The cotton on this pillow is rough, I'm of average size and weight and not petite like most reviewers who complain, but I think it has to do with the density of the pillow itself, not the size of the person. The pillow is just too hard and stiff that I couldn't sleep all night.

It DID NOT ADJUST to my neck and head, it left a gap between my neck and the pillow and when I "punched" it to conform to my neck, it was still too hard. It was like sleeping on a rock! I rarely ever get headaches. This pillow did it for me. Needless to say I am a cranky person right now and I bought the pillow hoping I would have neck support because I used to own a buckwheat neck pillow and it was perrrfect, but that was many ions ago and I have no idea what became of it. I have four young children to take care of so I need a proper rest. I almost gave it to my husband who had back and shoulder surgery, glad I tried it out first. What ticked me off the most is that it cost so much money I was sure it would be of high quality. I really don't understand why this didn't work out but I suspect it's because of the texture of the cotton and the size and shape of the pillow, and the amount of buckwheat in it.

Cons:
too hard,
too heavy,
does not conform to head/shoulder/neck even after adjusting the buckwheat therefore causing stiff neck,
the pillow case is rough to the skin (although you can just put another case over it),
price

Pros:
Buckwheat

"Wonderful" as the sleeping experience may be, the pricing - especially the "shipping & handling" is unacceptable. That is the reason for two stars. With tax, and excluding Amazon Prime, each of the queen size pillows will cost nearly $80 EACH.

There is also a bunch of hype about "certified organic" and the "poor me I'm the victim of intellectual property theft" by this business. Amazon is about advertising products, not airing business or personal problems related to the sale of the product. Get over it!

First, ALL buckwheat is grown organically since the plant [one primary variant is: Eriogonum compositum, there are several others] has no significant pest issues (animal or plant, i.e. molds, fungi, etc.). Most buckwheat growers do not spray their crops with any persticides or herbacides.

Buckwheat is typically roasted or water processed to remove contaminants or other debris. It's my personal opinon that the roasted process does a better job of delivering a higher quality product. Furthermore, its a matter of semantics as to the "certified" label. No roasted buckwheat may be labeled as organic regardless of the quality. There is simply no economic justification between the costs of organic labeled and not organic labeled. The organic label will cost from ~ $7 per lb to as much as $12 per lb before ship / handle / tax. In bulk over 25 lbs, I have seen it as low as $5 lb. But for the roasted, the price is $5 / lb AND UNDER - to as low as $1.25 per lb. Remember, buckwheat hulls are a 'waste product' to get the buckwheat kernels for food - similar to rice and rice hulls. So, here are the practical numbers if you are a DIY'er like me:

10 lbs roasted buckwheat hulls(makes for a firm queen size pillow) - $25.50
1 queen size Egyptian organic cotton (muslin) zippered pillow case - $7.49
Shipping for hulls: $11.50 or less
Tax is my State from the suppliers: $0
Shipping for the pillowcases: $5.95

Total cost for two firm queen pillows: $ 83.43

i.e. about HALF THE PRICE for two this product.

Time to make pillow: 5 minutes.

Do the math. Do the research. Make your own judgment. Sleep better!

I have been using this pillow for nearly two months and have been quite pleased with it. I had been searching for a pillow that would provide support for my neck, shoulders and head. Unfortunately, the memory foam pillow I bought was too unyielding and I frequently woke up with neck and shoulder pain. The foam rubber pillow I have is getting old and no longer provides enough support.

This buckwheat pillow is "adjustable" in the sense of my being able to shift the filling around to create the right amount of support in the right areas for my use. It is a large, heavy and noisy pillow, making it somewhat awkward to arrange, but once it is positioned properly it's very comfortable.

Although it is described as queen-sized, it required a king-sized pillow protector and king-sized pillowcase. I left the filling in the original thick fabric it comes in, and simply placed it in the pillow protector and pillow case, possibly accounting for the need to use the king-sized protector and case. As others have commented, removing some of the filling can make it easier to arrange and shift the remaining filling around. I removed a gallon-sized zip-lock bag of the filling to make it more comfortable.

It took about two nights to adjust to the noise of the shifting hulls and to learning to position the filling for greatest comfort. I'd recommend this for those with neck/shoulder pain who have had trouble finding a comfortable pillow.

The unique pillow filled with 100% pure premium grade buckwheat hulls that automatically conform to the contour of your head and neck giving you continuous and firm support in all the right places, even while you move during your sleep. Artificial materials like foam and fiberfill in conventional pillows may inhibit air circulation. The Makura Buckwheat pillow allows natural air flow throughout the night so that you wake up feeling fresh and cool in the morning. Only the best natural buckwheat hulls that have undergone a thorough cleansing process are used to ensure the highest quality. The pillow also stays in shape longer than most other conventional pillows. Free pillow case is included in the package.

Slightly smaller than I thought but more than enough. Still a bit too high. Had to take out some buckwheat. Otherwise it is very comfortable.

I'm very pleased with this pillow. I've been looking for a buckwheat pillow, but wasn't willing to spend a huge amount on one. While the quality of the fifty-five dollar (or more) versions are, I'm sure, better than this, the quality of this pillow is more than acceptable. I happened to get it on a price dip (less than eighteen dollars) which makes it an excellent value.

The size is a bit smaller than a regular pillow. Dimensions are just shy of 20 by 14. I first thought that would be a problem, but it turned out to be a non-issue.

The pillow comes with an inexpensive case - I left that on, but put everything inside another pillow case of better quality. The seams are tight - no leakage of hulls. There is no zipper to open up the pillow to add or remove hulls. I'm pleased with the amount of fill but, should I want to add more later, putting in a zipper should be easy (don't need to worry about crooked seams - it's a pillow!)

The fill amount gives the pillow about 2.5 inches of height when laid uniformly flat (rough measurement). I like a little higher pillow, so I took a regular pillow that was flattened out, put the buckwheat one on top, and then put both into a queen size pillow case. Works great - get the height I need, the buckwheat conforms to my neck, and it's a wee bit softer than using just the buckwheat alone.

Buckwheat pillows are one of those love it or hate it propositions. I happen to love how it feels - stops neck pain and allows for a very restful sleep. Others, however, can't stand the firmer feel of the pillow. If you can get this during a price dip, it's a great way to see if you like the feel of buckwheat. If yes, this may be all the pillow you need, or you may want to step up to the more expensive versions. If not, you've not wasted a bunch of money.

At a low price this is a five-star product. Not worth buying, however, unless the price is half as much (or lower) than the premium brands.

Healing buckwheat pillow cradles your head and neck in a comfy cloud of stress-free support! Hypoallergenic. Cover is 65% polyester/35% cotton. 21" x 16" x 2" high.