Shiatsu is an old Japanese healing method which stands for “finger pressure”. It is founded on the traditional Chinese medicine and acupuncture. Shiatsu massage technique is officially recognized as a therapeutic treatment in Japan.

Shiatsu is based on meridian energy system of the body. Its technique refers to the use of elbows, palms or fingers of one’s hand to apply pressure to particular sections of the body so as to reintroduce the optimal energy flow.
Shiatsu treatment is practised on a person wearing clothing stretched on a mat like a futon.

Shiatsu treatment calms the body and when practised regularly, according to the Japanese tradition, your body will find the vitality and well-being on both physical and spiritual level.

Claire’s advice :

Shiatsu offers you a possibility to relax with a different feeling. You are dressed up and you are having your massage through the clothing or a simple cloth. Therefore, you don’t have any contact with the oil. You don’t end up your relaxation all oiled up.

This massage is ideal if you feel the lack of energy, vitality and motivation. Practising regularly, it has invigorating and stimulating effects on your whole being.

It is advisable not to eat just before the massage so as the body is more receptive to the effects of the tretment rather than digestion.