One of Tokujiro Namikoshi’s student’s, Kensen Saito
immigrated to Canada 30 years ago. He set up his
clinic on Broadview Avenue and later in 1990 started
The Shiatsu Academy of Tokyo to share his skill and
to pass on his training.

The STUDENT CLINIC

Fridays 3 - 9 and Saturdays 1- 4

As part of our student's training, students practice their skills in the student clinic. Here you can receive a relaxing chair, table or traditional floor treatment.

At the Shiatsu Academy of Tokyo - walk-in

Chair : 20-30 minutes - $12
Table : 30-40 minutes - $20 (starts September 2010)

At Shiatsu Masters - by appointment only

Floor : ~70 minutes - $40

Cash and Check only.

Shiatsu Masters is located at 873 Broadview Avenue - Suite 101

Shiatsu Academy of Tokyo
826 Broadview Ave.
Toronto, Ontario, M4K 2P7
416-406-4111

Shiatsu was developed in Japan by Tokujiro Namikoshi. As a boy, he discovered that by using a simple thumb pressing technique, he was able to heal his mother of rheumatoid arthritis. This experience sparked a life-long devotion to exploring, developing and refining his techniques.

Namikoshi mapped out the points on the body that stimulate the body’s anatomical systems when pressure is applied with the thumbs. (For some points, the fingers or palms are used). Specific patterns are used to promote the body to use it’s natural powers to balance, regulate and heal itself.

Namikoshi systemized his techniques and methods so that he could teach others. His methods are taught at the Japan Shiatsu
College in Tokyo which he founded in 1940. The Shiatsu techniques deveoped by Namikoshi are recognized by the Japanese Ministry of Health as a distinct and effective therapy.

The Shiatsu Academy of Tokyo has been authorized to teach these methods. Programs are offered for students who wish to become professional Shiatsu therapists and special-interest courses for those who just want to learn more about Shiatsu and living a more healthier life.)

 

The Shiatsu Academy of Tokyo regularly opens its doors to the community for presentations and lectures on current health issues. On January 21st 2010, David Sugarman, senior researcher at The Ontario Science Centre presented the Immune System and how to strengthen it.