Nervous system reset
Slow, sustained pressure signals safety to the body, easing the “always on” state that desk work and city life reinforce.
Japanese bodywork · United States
Pressure that listens.
Pressure that listens.
Healing that lasts.
Shiatsu Medicina offers traditional Japanese shiatsu therapy adapted for modern American lifestyles — calm the nervous system, release deep tension, and restore natural energy flow.
12+Years of practice
4,800+Sessions completed
98%Client return rate
Namikoshi-inspired care
Hands-on therapy rooted in classical Japanese technique
Our philosophy
Medicine through mindful touch
Shiatsu — literally “finger pressure” — is a Japanese therapy that uses rhythmic pressure along the body’s energy pathways. At Shiatsu Medicina, we blend classical theory with a clear, clinical approach that fits how people in the U.S. live and work today.
Sessions are fully clothed, performed on a comfortable futon or treatment table, and tailored to your goals: stress recovery, posture-related pain, athletic recovery, or simply deep rest for an overstimulated nervous system.
We do not replace medical care. We complement it — helping the body remember how to soften, circulate, and reset.
Fully clothed sessions
No oils required
Breath-led pacing
US-based studio
Why clients return
Benefits you can feel
Shiatsu works with the whole body — muscles, fascia, breath, and the quiet systems that regulate stress and recovery.
Circulation & fluidity
Targeted sequences encourage blood and lymph movement, supporting recovery after training or long hours of stillness.
Posture & joint ease
Shoulders, hips, and spine receive balanced attention so stiffness does not simply move from one area to another.
Better sleep quality
Many clients report deeper sleep within a few sessions as muscular guarding and mental chatter both soften.
Emotional steadiness
Bodywork that is firm yet respectful creates space to release held tension without overwhelm or force.
Sustainable energy
Rather than a brief spike, shiatsu aims for even, usable energy across the day — focus without the crash.
Session menu
Choose your care
Transparent pricing. Every session includes a brief check-in so pressure, pace, and focus match what you need that day.
Essential Shiatsu
A complete full-body sequence for first-time clients or ongoing maintenance. Ideal when you want balance without a narrow clinical focus.
$95 / 60 min
Deep Restore
Extended work for chronic tension, athletic recovery, or high-stress periods. More time for breath, quiet, and layered pressure.
$135 / 90 min
Focused Relief
Targeted session for neck, shoulders, lower back, or hips. Includes guidance for simple at-home stretches between visits.
$75 / 45 min
What to expect
A clear, calm process
No guesswork. From the moment you arrive, the flow is simple and respectful of your time and comfort.
Arrive & settle
Wear comfortable clothes. Remove only shoes, watches, and bulky accessories. We begin with a short conversation about how you feel today.
Assessment
Gentle observation of posture, breath, and areas of constraint guides where the session will place more attention.
Hands-on work
Rhythmic pressure along meridians and muscle groups — always within a range you can breathe through. You may speak or rest in silence.
Integration
Time to sit up slowly, drink water, and receive brief aftercare notes so the benefits carry into the rest of your day.
Client voices
Trusted in real lives
People come for pain relief and stay for how their body feels in ordinary weeks — at work, at home, and under stress.
“I tried shiatsu after years of desk-related shoulder pain. The pressure was strong but never harsh. I left feeling taller — and the relief lasted days, not hours.”
“As a runner, I need recovery that does not leave me sore. These sessions loosen what foam rolling never reaches. Booking every other week is now non-negotiable.”
Begin here
Book your session
Tell us what you need. We respond within one business day to confirm times and answer questions about first visits.
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Studio
1847 NW Thurman Street, Suite 210
Portland, OR 97209
United States - Phone +1 (503) 555-0184
- Email hello@shiatsumedicina.com
- Hours Tue–Sat · 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM PT