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Natural Velvet and Upgraded Two Way Tricot appeal for different reasons. If you are choosing between them for a dakimakura cover, begin with the surface you want to use every day. The store describes Natural Velvet as plush and warm-feeling, while Upgraded Two Way Tricot is positioned around a silky surface, stretch, and artwork presentation.
A higher position in the material menu does not decide which one you will enjoy more. Someone seeking a cozy texture may prefer Natural Velvet even when an upgraded tricot option is available. Someone who wants a smoother surface and places more weight on the printed illustration may make the opposite choice. This guide helps you compare those priorities on an actual cover listing before checking the final price.
The central choice: plush texture or a smoother surface
The store’s guide to the five dakimakura cover materials describes Natural Velvet as a soft, plush option with a warm feel. It also notes that the artwork definition is less sharp than on smoother alternatives. That is the tradeoff to consider first if your favorite design contains details you want to appreciate closely.
Upgraded Two Way Tricot is described as silky and elastic in two directions, with print presentation among its selling points. Consider it when you want the smoother character of tricot rather than the plush character of velvet. Its stretch can help a correctly sized cover follow the inner pillow, but it cannot establish compatibility with an incorrectly sized one.
These are the store’s material descriptions, not a promise of a particular temperature or identical personal preference. If you already own a cover you enjoy, find the exact material name in your order details. A known texture is a better reference for your next decision than the appearance of an illustration on a screen.
Compare the priorities side by side
| Priority | Natural Velvet | Upgraded Two Way Tricot |
|---|---|---|
| Surface preference | Plush and soft | Smooth and silky |
| Listed appeal | Warm-feeling comfort | Stretch and print presentation |
| Artwork tradeoff | Less-defined detail than smoother options | Worth considering when image presentation matters |
| Fit decision | Match both cover dimensions | Match both dimensions despite the elasticity |
| Care planning | The store recommends hand washing | Plan gentle washing without hard pulling or wringing |
Use the comparison to choose which question to resolve next. If the surface preference is already clear, do not keep reopening the decision just because the other fabric costs more. If you are unsure about texture, identify that uncertainty before treating a price difference as a reason to buy.
Use one design to compare the material options
Comparing two unrelated character previews can distract from the fabric question. A different outfit, pose, or illustration style may be what attracts you, even if you initially attribute that preference to the selected material. Start with the same product page and change only the material selection.
The Osamu Dazai cover with product code 201036 currently lists both Natural Velvet and Upgraded Two Way Tricot. It also offers Peach Skin, Smooth Knit, and standard Two Way Tricot. Keeping the same artwork page open lets you review the two materials without accidentally comparing different designs.
The preview is useful for checking the complete artwork, but it is not a fabric swatch. Do not assume that its brightness, highlights, or apparent softness show the exact material you are selecting. Review the documented material description alongside the illustration rather than asking one image to answer both questions.
Check availability on the exact cover you want
If you are choosing another design, repeat the option check on that page. The separate Dazai listing identified by 211262 also currently offers these two materials. Its similar character title does not make it the same illustration or remove the need to check its own configuration.
Both examples list 100 × 34, 120 × 40, 150 × 50, 160 × 50, and 180 × 60 cm cover sizes. Choose the dimension that matches your intended inner pillow before comparing the two fabric prices. Keep the size fixed while you change the material so that the resulting totals answer the question you actually asked.
Availability should still be checked separately when browsing the wider dakimakura cover catalog. Two verified examples do not establish that every product has an identical material menu, size range, or construction.
Choose for the room and routine you actually have
When Natural Velvet deserves a closer look
Consider Natural Velvet if you actively want a plush surface and the store’s warm-feeling description sounds appealing. Think about the room where you will use the pillow and whether you tend to prefer that kind of texture. The useful decision is your preference for the surface, rather than a claim that one material will suit every climate.
Accept the described print-detail tradeoff deliberately. If the character artwork matters mainly as an overall composition and a cozy texture is your priority, that may be a reasonable balance. If fine lines or small details are central to why you chose the illustration, reconsider whether a plush surface is what you want.
When Upgraded Two Way Tricot deserves a closer look
Consider the upgraded tricot if you prefer a smooth, silky surface and want the combination of elasticity and print presentation described in the store’s guide. It is a different feel from velvet, so select it because that difference matters to you.
Keep expectations tied to the available information. The word Upgraded does not establish resistance to every snag, stain, or care mistake. Nor does elasticity make it appropriate to stretch a smaller cover around a larger inner. Correct dimensions and gentle handling remain part of the purchase.
Include care in the price comparison
Before ordering, read the cover washing and care instructions and any guidance supplied for the selected product. The fabric guide recommends hand washing Natural Velvet. General cover care emphasizes mild, bleach-free detergent, gentle handling, and air drying away from direct sunlight.
Ask yourself whether that routine fits how you use the pillow. Choosing a texture you like is easier to enjoy when you can also maintain it. Avoid treating the higher-priced option as a way to bypass careful washing, and keep the inner pillow separate from the cover’s cleaning routine.
For the price comparison itself, keep the product code, size, optional extras, and quantity unchanged. Check the total shown after selecting Natural Velvet, then select Upgraded Two Way Tricot and review the difference. These example listings currently place the upgraded material above Natural Velvet in the material surcharge menu; the configured total on the page is the useful figure for your order.
A short decision checklist
- Choose the exact illustration and save its product code.
- Match the cover length and width to the intended inner.
- Decide whether you prefer plush texture or a smoother surface.
- Consider how much print detail matters to this particular design.
- Check the care requirements and the final configured price.
If one priority remains unclear, resolve that before adding optional extras. A material choice should follow the experience you want from the cover, with the price assessed against that preference.
Frequently asked questions
Is Upgraded Two Way Tricot always better than Natural Velvet?
No single option fits every preference. The store describes Natural Velvet around plush warmth and upgraded tricot around silky feel, stretch, and print presentation. Choose the qualities you want to use.
Will the product picture show the fabric I selected?
A catalog preview identifies the artwork. Use the material selector and documented descriptions to confirm the chosen fabric rather than inferring its texture from the picture.
Can the stretchier option fit a larger inner pillow?
Do not use stretch to compensate for a size mismatch. Choose matching length and width for the cover and inner pillow.
Does either material selection include a filled pillow?
The two Dazai examples are described as pillow covers, with the inner sold separately. Review the actual product description and your cart when planning a complete setup.
Choose the surface you will enjoy
Return to your preferred cover listing with a clear priority: plush comfort or a smoother, stretch-focused feel. Confirm its size, material, and configured price, then choose the option that fits both your preference and your care routine.