Regardless of what is said about Sobakawa pillows, there is one thing that is certain. Everyone has an opinion about them and it is a strong one.
People love them or hate them and there really is no middle ground on this particular issue. Some people believe them to be the best pillows ever made and the rest cannot understand why others love them so much.
The popularity of these pillows has a lot of do with their unique ability to keep the user cool during hot weather. The design allows air to circulate freely around the head and provides firm support for the neck.
The shape aligns the spine, neck and head to prevent aches and pains in the back and neck. During the summer months, the pillow can be frozen before bedtime. This added comfort allows for a restful night of sleep.
This pillow has proven to be comfortable even for people who suffer from chronic neck and back pain.
These people claim that the pain virtually disappears after sleeping on this pillow for just a couple of nights. Orthopedic and memory foam pillows are no match according to these same people.
Sobakawa pillows are filled with buckwheat hulls. These hulls make a crunching sound when they rub against each other and this is one common complain that users of this pillow have even though the noise is not really loud enough to disturb your sleep.
A typical Sobakawa buckwheat pillow is smaller than an ordinary pillow but larger models are sold. These pillows are easy to travel with and will last for years.
Some people claim to have used the same pillow for more than two decades. The jury may be still be out for some people but for fans of the Sobakawa pillow, there is simply nothing better.
