TESTIMONIALS
I received my beautiful robe that you made with the hakama material. It looks wonderful and you did your usual great work.
This will be, along with the hakima, treasured for years to come.
Stuart T, Seattle, Washington 2010
Thank you for your prompt fulfillment of my order and rapid shipment. I leave in seven days for two months in Vietnam, Korea, China and India. Much of my time will be in temples where I will wear my new Kimono feeling your connection to my practice.
Gassho,
Janice T, Berkeley, California 2009
Thank you so very much, it is always nice dealing with you and your center, I hope to come sit with you this summer. I LOVE MY RAKUSU ...three deep bows!
Jack D, Mill Valley, California 2009
Thank you so very much for shipping the cushions to Whidbey. They arrived and are fantastic. I appreciate your help.
Thanks again,
Laura M, Seattle, Washington 2009
Thank you for your quick response and excellent service! I will be ordering some meditation robes from you shortly! Until next time, metta & gassho.
Sincerely,
Loren S, Phoenix, Arizona 2009
Dear Lidunn,
I just received my lay robe this afternoon; it is beautiful! The attention to detail as well as the design and sewing is first class to say the least. I could not be happier nor asked for more! I cannot say enough good things about your craftsmanship!
My robe will be a lifelong treasure.
Many thanks from the heart,
Stuart T, Seattle, Washington 2009
Hi Koshin
Cushion arrived this morning, and I am very happy with it. I think it
will take a lot of time to flatten!
Thanks
Paul C, Vancouver, British Columbia 2009
Good afternoon,
The Rakusu I ordered from you arrived today!; it is very nice and the quality is unsurpassed. Thank you so very much for your time and attention to details and in assisting me with my order. I will continue to recommend you as a great source of supplies and look forward to our continued friendship.
Jack D, Mill Valley, California 2009
Hello!
The robes arrived, fit perfectly and are really quite beautiful! In comparison, my nun's robes look somewhat shabby. Thank you so much for getting them here in plenty of time before my trip to L.A.
Ginsei C., Raleigh, North Carolina 2009
Thanks!
Your web site is beautifully designed. Great domain name. I like the inverted "i" becoming a subtle exclamation point. :)
Your sitting tips page is the best I've seen. I may try one of your tapered zafus, that's an interesting design. You have a great selection of cushions.
Matt B, Tampa, Florida 2009
Hi, Koshin,
Many thanks for the safe and quick receipt of the Inkin bell and clappers. I'm very pleased with them and look forward to using them for zazen. Please keep me on your mailing list if possible.
Gordon W, Great Yarmouth, UK 2009
Chris and Lidunn,
Just opened the box, then rushed to sit in my usual meditation position.
Wow! It's the right height; the right firmness. Love it!! And my group, Wake up to Your Life, Columbus (OH), is meeting for a weekend retreat starting Friday. Just in time! thanks thanks thanks!
Ruth P, Columbus, OH 2009
Lidunn & Christopher,
Yes, thank you so much for such wonderful workmanship, or rather, mastery. The two pieces are utterly awesome together. They instill the best in me to open. Just arrived at this wonderful retreat place, most recommended. Heart centered place to be. Then these masterpieces unfolded to create a meditative atmosphere of inspiration.
Warmest regards,
Steinar A, Kolsas, Norway 2009
Hello
Yes the cushion and bell have arrived and are beautiful. Many thanks
be well and happy
Tobyn T, Shaftsbury, UK 2009
DEAR Koshin,
Thank You, I received all meditation items!
All are made beautiful!
God bless you!
Sincerely,
Juris Rubenis, Riga, Latvia 2009
Well done!
Thank You.
Patrick V, Albuquerque, New Mexico 2009
Hi Lidunn and Koshin --
Wanted to say thank you SO much for my custom zafu and extra fat zabuton. They're perfect and that blue kanji fabric is gorgeous.
Best wishes to you both.
Kathy K, Mill Creek, Washington 2009
Just a note to say that the zafu arrived today and is perfect. Thanks
very much for such a high quality product!
Best regards,
Ethan
Ethan S, Seattle, Washington 2009
Koshin,
Make your color choice more apparent on Google search tag line. It is a great thing. No one else had the great color choices.
Wishing you well,
Mike Clark, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 2009
My daughter is graduating high school and heading off to college. The name and address are correct.The cushions are for her evolving practice as she departs the confines of home. I deeply enjoy your work daily in my own practice and it is now my joy to share your work with my daughter. I hope that you have a lovely day. Thank you again for your work.
Travel well,
Greg L, Keenebunk, Maine 2009
Dear Koshin and Lidunn
Thank you for our rakusus, which have arrived safely - they are perfect.
Kosen, Furnace Mountain, Kentucky 2009
Cushions are luxe and just right-what a combination. And the incense is sublime as well.
Diane P, Grand Prairie, Texas 2009
You've been great this whole time--I've not worked with a retailer who's flexible and supportive! Guess that comes with the territory, huh?
Will keep in touch, and thanks again!
Amy A, Seattle, Washington 2009
Hello Koshin,
I just wanted to thank you for all of your great services. I am getting very good use from my cushion set, and even though I've only tried your daily incense it is of the highest quality I've ever experienced. Thank you again, namaste.
Sincerely,
Loren S, Phoenix, Arizona 2009
Thanks for your time and the obvious love and care you put into your products.
Kim P, El Paso, Texas 2009
Everything arrived okay and looks great. Thanks!
I'm sure you'll hear from us again, and in the meantime I'll stick your postcard advertisement up on our bulletin board.
Bow,
Koho, Detroit, Michigan 2009
My cushion set is great, the incense is great; things are going so well in my practice that I wanted to reward myself with a set of lay robes. I'd like to be comfortable and properly dressed; who knows where this order will take me next.
Thanks again, Namaste!
Scott S, Calimesa, California 2009
Thank you as always for your efforts. I enjoy their fruit in my practice each day.
Travel well,
Gregory L, Kennibunk, Maine 2009
Hi Koshin,
I AM getting great use from my zabuton. I'm now ordering another for
my small cabin in the mountains. I appreciate the great quality of your products.
I look forward to arrival of this order. Thank you SO much!
Be Well,
Greg S, Los Altos, California 2009
Hi Koshin Cain,
I have received the inkin bell yesterday - what a lovely piece. The
personal touch - beside fast shipping, an extremely well packaging
and a great website - will make me certainly come back for any other
meditation supplies I might need. Thank you very much.
In spirit,
Wolfgang E, Oakland, California 2009
Dear Koshin,
I just received my rakasu cover today. Its absolutely beautiful!
Thank you,
Carol W, Pleasant Hill, California 2009
Thank you!!
I love your personal notes..why I came back. My elderly cat used the last zabuton as a litter box. I think she mistakenly thought it was the dog's bed, where she likes to leave a statement. Sigh..otherwise, I so enjoy my cushions.
Thanks,
Vicki B, San Anselmo, California 2009
The cushions are very nice. The crescent makes all the
difference in my alignment, and I'm very happy with it..
Thank you,
Suzanne S, Sebastopol, California 2009
Your products are of great quality and I appreciate your business very much. thanks again!
Matt M, Honesdale, Pennsylvania 2009
Dear Koshin,
My brother has received your cushion and the "special gift" as scheduled. He is very happy with the cushion, it helps quite a lot with his knee pain and therefore he can sit longer in meditation.
We appreciate to have your business in providing such comforting cushions to assist with meditation. It is such a noble business to provide support to people in their spiritual path. I am also thankful for such good customer services.
Be well always and all ways
Thuan N, Whittier, California 2009
Dear Koshin
I really would like to let you know how happy I am with the lay robes. they fit perfectly, they look perfect. I love the craftsmanship, they are so well made. my practice has been taken to a different level. it has given a seriousness to may practice. when I put them on I know am about to do something important, well I am so happy with my robes that I just order a second set.
thanks again. keep up the good work.
Jesus A, Miami, Florida 2009
I just wanted to tell you that I love my zafu! I was recommended to you by Genshu at the Williamsburg Mediatation Center in Brooklyn where I sometimes attend Zazen. Anyway, having such a firm but comfortable seat definitely makes my practice smoother, so thank you so much.
-Meryl H, Brooklyn, New York 2009
Dear Liddun and Koshin
thank you so much for the beautiful work making my rakusu and for getting it to me before this weekend practice. I figure that now my rakusu and I can look forward to decades of good friendship, as I had with my earlier one, and I will always remember your part in its helping to create its strength and beauty.
Nine bows & gassho
Peter L, Salt Spring Island, British Columbia
Dear Koshin,
I am delighted to inform you that the custom Travel Zafu has safely landed in my office. Puffing into it today made me think about how symbolic it is to 'sit' on one's breath
Thank you for a quick and caring service.
May all being be happy!
Sincerely,
Ram S, Berkeley, California 2009
Hello,
I am sending this email to tell you how much I appreciate my zafu and
zabuton, really, very lovely. Thank-you.
Martina H, Topanga, California 2008
The zabuton and incense supplies arrived just fine. I'm very pleased
with them. It's great doing business with you, island to island and all.
:-)
Allen, T, Coupeville, Washington 2008
Christopher,
I wanted to thank you so much for the bench. Its truly beautiful and I'm recommending your company to all my friends. It exceeded my expectations. Its very high quality and quite unique.
Thank you so much for ensuring we received it on time. You were the only one willing to go out of your way for me and I very much appreciate it.
Thanks for the incense as well.
Thanks,
Bibiana M, Tualatin, Oregon 2008
I am loving my new patterned zafu.
Tom O, Missassanga, Ontario 2008
Got the robes a while back with plenty of time before the Seshin. They fit very well and I just used them for a 3 day retreat at Haku-un-ji with Roshi this weekend. I am very happy with the robes and they will get plenty of more use. I am still using a Zabuton I ordered a couple of years ago from Still Sitting. It looks as good as when I first got it. Keep up the good work!
Luis E, Phoenix, Arizona 2008
Howdy Koshin Cain,
Got the bench. It is wonderful. Please thank the folks. My four year old thinks its for her...might have suckered her into a sitting practice. Thanks;>
Shawn H, San Francisco, California 2008
I deeply appreciate all the work you did including, but not limited to, washing, sewing and shipping of this custom order. Thank you for completing all this extra work in such a prompt and friendly manner.
In Gassho -- Doug D, Oakland, California 2008
Dear Koshin Cain,
Just a quick note to let you know that the robes arrived the other day.... Thanks
Every once and a while I have the pleasure of dealing with a company that is run by good and virtuous folks and Still Sitting is one of those companies. My order arrived actually quicker than I thought, in good condition and with no difficulties. The products were of the highest quality and fit perfectly.... thanks again.
Rev. Mike S., Peach Blossom Sangha, Canada 2008
Hi, Christopher & Lidunn Cain:
Thanks for filling my incense order so quickly; a while back I purchased some incense from ……….. and was disappointed--very expensive, mediocre quality, small quantity...so all future incense purchases I make will be from Still Sitting because of your excellent value in terms of quantity, quality and pricing.
I am making use of the lay robes Lidunn made for me with the "non-goal" of sitting forty minutes each day...Life is too short to not be sitting!
Allyn K, Fountain City, Wisconsin 2008
Hi!
I received my zafu today and it is perfect - buckwheat and all. I feel proud to own one of your zafus.
Randa W, Houston, Texas 2008
Thank you. That was fast! I received the incense yesterday. The card is beautiful.
Thank you.
Cynthia S, Los Lunas, New Mexico 2008
Thank you for the Gozan. I remember the scent well. The zafus are fantastic, nice and plump. We will love sitting on them!
Catherine S, San Francisco, California 2008
I did'nt realize the large zabuton was so...large. It sure is comfy... Gasho.
Scott O, Shirley, New York 2008
Thank you so much for the beautiful hakama and for getting it to me well in time for Christmas morning. When Levi opened it, he said, "Yes!", then put it right on and wore it for the rest of the day! It is of the very highest quality, beautifully made with meticulous effort. It seems as though owning robes has been a precious thing for Levi, an outward manifestation of his spiritual journey and certainly I am beyond delighted to provide support for his inner life. I hope that you will continue to do this very important work for a long, long time.
Pina K, Santa Cruz, California 2008
The 2 cedar malas I ordered arrived today----I was shocked I got them so quickly! I use them as Muslim dhikr ("remembrance" [of God]) beads. I love them already! Thank you for your prompt and caring attention to my order.
Khadija H, Forest Park, IL 2008
I have just received my order and I am very happy with it, the zafu is perfect and the neck pillow is great… your site is beautiful and so is your work!
Thank you so much.
All the best,
Smadar O, Ojai, California 2008
Koshin:
I received my order yesterday. The quality of the products is excellent. Thank you for your quick service.
Gerry D, Chandler, Arizona 2008
Dear Koshin and Soshin-
I received my new robes yesterday and want to thank you for the beautiful work! I'm attending an osesshin with Shodo Harada Roshi next week on Whidbey and will have an opportunity to 'field test' them!
Thank you also for restoring my rakusu to health. You do beautiful and generous work.
Gentoku Ed L, Seattle, Washington 2008
I am incredible happy with my incense!! It is absolutely the best I have ever experienced! I will never be able to settle for anything less now…One hundred Thanks!!
Again thank you for such a wonderful experience shopping with you!!
Sincerely,
Laura R, Albuquerque, New Mexico 2008
Nicely done and beautiful newsletter. Thank you!
Marc V, Seattle, Washington 2008
Great information on sitting! Thanks. I only wish that your letter would come out more than four times a year.
Ed M, Hemet, California 2008
Koshin et alia:
Thanks for your newsletter. It's very well done! I printed out the page you have on sitting postures to give to my sangha this morning. It will go permanently in my newcomers material if that's ok with u.
Old Plum, Aberdeen, Washington 2008
You have done a great job on the newsletter and your website. Thanks for the sitting article in the newsletter. My body is not flexible and so advice is helpful.
Thanks
Gerry D, Chandler, Arizona 2008
Lidunn,
Thank you. I really am pleased with the buckwheat zafu and thick zabuton I have bought so far from your company. Having something to sit on that is comfortable has really helped my practice.
Amy R, Portland, Oregon 2008
Thank you Lidunn and Chris for the rakusu which arrived Ok. Excellent work! Thankyou, gassho,
Andrew W., Anchorage, Alaska 2008
Thanks for the cushion set (and incense). It's beautiful and exactly what I was looking for.
Amos W., Cambridge, Massachusetts 2008
The collar arrived today, and of course it's perfect. Thanks for the quick turnaround.
Gassho,
Zenshin, Albuquerque, New Mexico
Hi Koshin,
We are very happy with the tea cups. We will continue our co-operation when we need more.
When you have new items available please advise us.
Thank you again!
Best Regards
Elpi P., Ayios Tychonas, Cyprus 2008
Koshin, et. al.
Once again, thanks for your speedy service; I really appreciate the
chance to sit on my new zafu on retreat next this week.
Metta,
Jonas B, Seattle, Washington 2008
Dear Koshin,
Hello again. You may recall that we ordered a zabuton from you a few months ago. We were so happy with it that we're ordering 13 more. Let us know when the zabutons will be ready, and we will arrange with you the best time to pick them up. Thank you.
Best wishes,
Mimi, Seattle, Washington 2008
Koshin -
My rakusu and pouch arrived today. They are beautiful. Nine bows of
gratitude to you and your wife for these wonderful treasures.
Be well.
Ryusan, New Hartford, Connecticut 2008
Hey. I got my beautiful whites yesterday and they look great.
Seido, Miami, Florida 2008
I wore my new robes for the first time yesterday at a one-day zazenkai at Haku-un-ji. They fit perfectly! I am grateful for them. After being a member for over 12 years, I feel the new robes are a fitting testimony to entering a new phase in my practice.
Very best wishes,
Sherry H, Phoenix, Arizona 2007
Hi Koshin, The rakusu and pouch have arrived safe and sound. It is a beautiful piece of
work that reflects the love and care that have gone into it's making and are
a credit to the practice of the maker. I look forward to wearing it for many
years to come and being continuosly inspired by its presence to sit with
spine straight, hands in cosmic mudra, eyes open and breathing naturally
with no gaining idea.
Gassho with deepest respect,
Shoshin H, Victoria, Australia 2007
Koshin, Thanks very much for your message! I was going to send you a note today as well. I do still very much enjoy my zafu and zabuton. I am using them regularly and they have held up extremely well. They are still in excellent condition and I expect they will be for years. The zafu in particular has done yeoman's duty, as anytime my 3 year old daughter gets a hold of it she uses it as her favorite toy, jumping off it, bouncing on it, etc. I have been thinking about buying her one of her own. Getting her to sit still on it at this point might prove to be impossible though ;)
Jay H, Telluride, Colorado 2007
Thank you so much! Delighted that you are able to do it. Your work is simply the best.
Pina K, Santa Cruz, California 2007
Greetings Koshin and Soshin! I just wanted to send a quick note to thank you for sending the robe to me by UPS 2nd Day Air. It arrived yesterday, just in time to try it on and pack it for my trip to Mt. Baldy this weekend! It fits great and feels very comfortable and durable.
John H, Boston, MA 2007
Hi Chris,
Thank you very much.
The zafu and zabutan are wonderful. The fabric is soft and comfortable and I like the deep green color. I have been sitting a lot the last few years and thought I could use a thicker zabuton to protect my knees this one helps my knees feel safer.
Do you have any brochures you could send me? I would like to recommend your zabutons and zafus to a few people there.
Thanks again,
Charles M, Seattle, Washington 2007
Dear Koshin,
Thank you so much for the cushions they are just perfect as I
feel more comfortable sitting in position especially with the Zafu.
Their highly made quality will indeed serve our meditation needs for a
healthy dharma practice for a long time!
It was also good to know that I was buying from you and wish you well
with your endeavors.
Fiona T, Atlanta, Georgia 2007
Well, my order [zafus] made it on Christmas eve, and my wife opened it at Midnight, and she loved them..... great quality and nice fabric.
Thanks for making the effort to get it to me before Christmas.
Robert S, Mt. Vernon, New York 2007
Absolutely great travel cushion. Thank you!
Kim M. Nantucket, Massachusetts, 2007
Thank you very much for all your hard work in completing my rush order lay robes. Everything arrived at Mt. Cobb in time for the Zazenkai. The robes fit perfectly and enabled me to participate in all the activities…Thanks to all your sincere efforts, all sentient beings were able to fully realize our true self-nature!
Doug D. Oakland, California, 2007
Hello, the rakasu arrived today. It looks wonderful--thanks very much!
Karenleigh O. Colorado Springs, Colorado, 2007
I wanted to tell you in full how happy I am with my cushions... they've been put to a lot of use and they are comfortable yet firm. Sokai is responsible for introducing me to your company and I didn't think twice about buying another set of cushions from you.
David B. Tempe, Arizona, 2007
Koshin, the inkin arrived early last week, and is very beautiful- in design and tone. I appreciate your help and your product, and will recommend your company to our sangha members.
Michel D. Sag Harbor, New York, 2007
Hi Chris, Just wanted to let you know I received the thick burgundy zabuton and crescent zafu and love them both. Practice is much more comfortable-could stay all day. They couldn't suit me better if you had measured and made accordingly. Thanks so much, continued success!
Jeanette S. University City, Missouri, 2007
Dear Chris, I just want to thank you and your company for the great sitting cushions that you sent us here in Chapel Hill. They are beautiful and we are just floating on them.
Leila W. Chapel Hill, North Carolina, 2007
Koshin + Soshin, Just wanted to let you know the winter koromo arrived in fine shape. It's amazing, especially when you compare it to the summer number. I'm actually looking forward to cold weather to test its insulating properties. Anyway, thanks again for the great work.
Michael H. Albuquerque, New Mexico, 2007
Dear Koshin Chris Cain- I wanted to let you know how pleased I am with my new crescent zafu and zabuton. They arrived several weeks ago, and I have enjoyed sitting on them every day. I'm going on a meditation retreat this summer, and I was a bit concerned since my body is not as young as it used to be and it complains more when I sit for longer periods. I'm finding that I can adjust the buckwheat cresent zafu in just the ways I had hoped and I have confidence that I won't be so troubled by middle-aged aches during the retreat.
Thanks so much for the gentle attention I can feel in your products.
Louise J. Spring Valley, California, 2007
Dear Koshin Chris Cain, I received my robe today. Very promp! It fits perfectly. Thank you,
Klare S. Vancouver, Canada, 2007
Lidunn, We just got the zafus and zabutons. They are so beautiful. My mother is a talented seamstress who made my wedding dress, so my expectations and hopes for these things tend to be high. You did such a lovely job on them! I'll email you a picture when I have a chance.
Liz C. San Francisco, California, 2007
Dear Lidunn and Chris, I wanted to let you know that the collar arrived today--it is beautiful and perfect--thank you SO much for the lightning-like service.
Pina K. Santa Cruz, California, 2007
Hi Lidunn, Perfect! Thank you so very much for your most excellent work [on my summer koromo]!!!!
William B. Vancouver, Canada, 2007
My zafu & zabuton arrived yesterday. It looks much better in person and I'm glad I went with this particular color way (Burg/Black). The Zabuton in particular has the perfect fluff to it and I'm looking forward to many more meditation sessions minus the sleeping foot. Thanks again !
One satisfied customer, Walnut, California, 2007
Received the cushions and love your products - I enjoyed reading your website and learning how both of you choose the path you are on. Your classic Zafu kept me company recently during a 10 day Vipassana and it will do so again this December. The 2 support cushions I just received are perfect support for my knees when I sit for longer periods. The workmanship and quality of your products are a testimony of your care. Thank you.
Hotse L. Lauderdale, Florida, 2007
It [the Rinzai Rakusu] arrived and is exquisite. Thank you.
Lee Ann M. Phoenix, Arizona, 2007
I am very pleased with the inkin!
Leslie D. Westerville, Ohio, 2007
I think your website is flawless, and that's a retired editor speaking. I sent your home page to a friend who is a photographer, because of the beauty of the photograph. The structure is also very attractive and suitable. I have never seen a home page built like that. . . . I also like the emphasis on quality in such things as the clappers. We were very happy with the covered teacup. The beautiful calligraphy in dull glaze shows so well against the dark blue---really, it is more attractive than a photo can show. We enjoyed the care taken in packaging. It seemed to be the spirit of Zen.
Jeanne D. Columbus, Ohio, 2007
Thank you so much for providing me with such a fine rakusu. My Jukai ceremony was quite impressive and I am happy to say you contributed much to it.
Jeffrey M. Coral Springs, Florida, 2007
The Zagu was waiting at my door, thanks to the nice UPS man, when I got home tonight. Thank you, Thank you, Thank you to both of you! It's beautiful! And the hand written note made me smile:-)
Daniel H. Phoenix, Arizona
Hi Koshin, The robe arrived fine. Very nice work.
Jose Guaynabo, Puerto Rico, 2007
Dear Lidunn -- The workmanship [on my lay robe set] is superb. All those beautiful French seams. They fit wonderfully.
Carol S. California, 2007
You made me a crescent zafu. I love it! Thank you so much. I wish I had found you when I was looking for a zabuton. I'm not crazy about the one I got and you make good meditation products.
Thanks so much.
Sheila M. New York, 2007
I originally ordered the set of robes for Dai-sesshin at Mount Baldy in '04 but I have worn them for zazen just about every day since; they are very sturdy & comfortable--thank you for the obvious skill & craft that went into their making; I'm sure that the inkin & clappers will serve many zen trainees in their efforts. Still Sitting really does a fine job of offering all the specific essentials to support zen training at home or at a center. I wonder if you've ever considered offering samu-e as well as robes? That's about the only suggestion I might have. Again, thank you for the support & the fine crafts that you offer.
Edward M. San Francisco, 2007
[My wife] purchased the crescent zafu for me as a gift and I'm enjoying it greatly. It works well since I sit directly on the zabuton and use the zafu as support to keep from rolling backwards. Even during long sits I'm never aware of the cushion - it's just right. I also appreciate the high quality durable fabric.
Jon P. Anacortes, 2007
There is some feedback that I would like to give to you and it is long overdue. Firstly, about my robes. They arrived just hours before Banka. I slipped out of my nearly transparent Mt. Baldy borrowed ones into the new ones...the first thing I noticed was the perfection of the fit..which was an incredible gift after toying constantly with the other robes. The crispness of the Hakama ( that's the skirt, right?) fabric took me a little by surprise, in that I immediately realized that it I was going to have to be very diligent about any lower body movements, because they were going to make that fabric sing. So I was happy, but a little nervous...and the first night and the first day passed. The second day was about one thing, and one thing only. SURVIVAL! All I could think was that I wasn't going to be able to sit one more hour...each time the bells rang I kept trying to imagine how I was going to explain, escape, or just disappear. Then came day three. I got up and dressed. I felt different. The robes felt different. I entered the Zendo, sat on my cushion, straightened my robes and suddenly felt the incredible power and beauty of my garments. They took on a sense of being a uniform, one which was exquisitely tailored. I felt noble, regal, and invincible all at once. I felt like a samurai. It was a moment of making a relationship...more than one actually....myself with the act of sitting, myself with the act of meditation, and myself with the image of becoming a soldier - dressed to go forward onto "the way of Zen"....and at once it was clear to me that I had been "clothed" in robes of tremendous magnificence and power. I sat taller, stronger, and more intensely from that moment on, and I wear my robes with the pride of purpose and presence with which they have certainly been crafted.
And the cushion is perfect Hard and just the right size. I used the support ones under each knee as necessary. Recently, I have decided that I would like a little more height which is why today I just ordered two more.
David V. Palm Springs, 2006
My boyfriend is a practitioner at the North Carolina Zen Center Brooks Branch Zendo, and when I went for a visit I commented on how the incense in the zendo was fragrant and very pleasant, and did not give me a headache (I am sensitive to smells). So, he found out who their supplier was, and now we both are happy because he gets to burn incense [Gozan] when he sits and I don't get headaches.
Sherrie B. North Carolina, 2006
I was looking for a reasonably priced whisk for matcha. Terrific selection of meditation related items.
Joel B. New Jersey, 2006Randolph,
Thank you for your quick response. I found your website to be beautiful and easy to use. The information about shipping was most helpful. Thank you for getting my order out in time for Christmas.
Cathy C. Wisconsin, 2006
The site is great and easy to follow and simple and attractive. I'm a graphic designer and art director, so I found it very appealing.
Charles W. New York, 2006
Thanks for checking. Yes, we did receive the cushions -- and they're gorgeous. Thanks for helping with the address.
Jane H. California, 2006
It was very easy to maneuver through your site, especially for a novice like me. Shopping on line is still new to me but I'm finding the convenience well worth the effort.
Diane R. Massachusetts, 2006
With respect to your webpage, it is very well designed and easy to navigate. It offers almost everything what a "serious" Zen practitioner needs - robes, meditation cushions, zendo tools, etc. I do not know any other place in the North America where somebody would be able to buy a robe and I think that it is really good that Still Sitting Meditation Supply exists.
Branko V. Canada, 2006
My order arrived yesterday, and my daughter is thrilled with her new zafu and zabuton. Thanks for such a beautifully designed product. Your web site certainly caught my eye. It's well-designed, inviting, and user-friendly. It also helped that the name of your business is an inversion of "Sitting Still," one of my favorite R.E.M. songs. ;-)
Bill M. New Jersey, 2006
You asked when you sent me a teapot to let you know if it arrived okay - well it did and it seems to pour well. Looks delightful. The lotus seed bracelet is also good. Thanks.
Leslie R. Edinburgh, Scotland, 2006
Thank you so much for the wonderful robes! I know it took a lot of work to get them out on time, and I am very grateful to you both!
Chris B. Phoenix, Arizona, 2006
The robes arrived late Friday but I was so busy that I just now had time to open the box and try them on. Everything is beautiful and fits so perfectly! The koromo is great - again, I hope the fabric wasn't too hard to work with. Thank you for your quick and expert work.
Marie N. Phoenix, Arizona, 2006
I've looked at robes on other sites, and apart from a German Buddhist site, Klange und Stille, I have not so far seen the same offering of authenticity and dedication.
Dr. Nick A. Lightning Ridge, Australia, 2006
I think the quality and thoroughness of the website initially attracted my attention compared to other sites. I like the fact that your company is family owned and that work is approached as a part of practice. Essentially, it seems like you offer a quality product and that my money is being well spent :)
Brian W. Evanston, Illinois 2006
The koromo belt which I earlier ordered from you arrived today. It fits perfectly and is clearly crafted with care. I thank you for your kind attention and for providing support to all of us who practice.
Brenda N. Meadow Lake, Canada, 2006
Thanks, by the way. Everything came much more quickly than I expected!
Wes T. Tokyo, Japan, 2006
Thank you for my robe - it fits perfect and is very beautiful. I appreciate your precise professionalism and exact dates!
Francesco A. New York, 2006
Just a quick note to let you know that I LOVE MY NEW KOROMO!
Anne-Marie Q. Los Angeles, 2006
I browsed a number of sites offering meditation robes, but I felt yours was the most professional and offered the most reasonable price for the product.
Scott C. Lexington, Kentucky, 2006
Det er supert. Takk for god service.
Fred M. Oslo, Norway 2006
Jeg har dårlige knær og sitter helst i seiza med bare en liten pute mellom helene og baken - og her er reisezafuen genial siden jeg kan justere den med oppblåsing. Takk!
Espen O. Oslo, Norway, 2006
Received my order today, the zafu and zabuton look great. I look forward to doing a little zazen this evening and trying them out.
Grant A. Vancouver, Canada, 2006
I received your beautiful brown Soto rakusu a week ago and like it a lot! Thank you once again!
Harald S. Noer-Lindhoeft, Germany, 2006
I received the robes Friday after I returned from morning chanting. They are great. I used to make parachute equipment in Kapowsin, WA so I know a little about sewing, the quality and workmanship are first class. Thank you,
Larry C. Beaumont, California, 2006
I just wanted to let you know that I've been using your cushions for a while now, and I LOVE them. Very well made, and extremely comfortable. Thank you so much for an excellent product. If you ever decide to put a testimonials page on your web site, let me know. I'd be happy to write up a flowery word or two in high praise of your shop.
John H. Seattle, Washington 2006
The Rakusu pouch is already in my hands. Fortunately customs thought it was some kind of book. (I buy a large number of books from abroad) and they didn't opened the envelope. Books in Brazil doesn't pay import taxes, so the Rakusu pouch arrived quickly in my address. Thank you for the kind manner to deal with me and probably with other customers. I hope you make good business and have a happy life.
Emmanuel W. Belo Horizonte, Brazil 2006
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