Japanese acupuncture is known for its gentle and refined approach. We use very fine needles and shallow insertion, so treatment is usually not painful. Most clients experience it as calm, subtle, and comfortable, even if they were nervous about acupuncture before.

We begin by listening to your symptoms and carefully assessing the body through touch. For first-time clients, treatment often starts with gentle touch and shiatsu to help the body relax. Very fine needles are then applied slowly, one by one, and adjusted carefully throughout the session.

During some periods, appointments may mainly be available with our female practitioner Hiroyo. Please check the booking calendar for current availability.

Please try to arrive about 10 minutes early, so you have time to settle in and relax before your session. We prepare warm organic tea at the clinic, which you are welcome to enjoy before your treatment.It is also best to eat a light meal beforehand, stay hydrated, and avoid alcohol before your appointment.If you have any questions, please feel free to ask. We will be happy to answer them before or after your treatment, whenever time allows.

You can come in your normal everyday clothes. For treatment, we usually ask clients to change into their underwear, and we use fresh clean towels for every session to cover all areas that are not being treated, so your privacy is always respected. If you would prefer not to change into your underwear, you are welcome to bring a T-shirt and shorts or other loose, comfortable clothing.

How many sessions do I need?The number of sessions depends mainly on how long you have had the symptoms, whether they are new or recurring, and how your body responds to treatment.As a general guide:Recent symptoms When a symptom has appeared for the first time and has only been present for about a week, many people experience significant improvement within one or two sessions.Symptoms lasting around three months When a new symptom has continued for several months, we may recommend treatment once or twice a week initially. Continuing regularly for around three months often gives the body enough time to make meaningful and more stable progress.Long-standing or recurring symptoms For symptoms that have been present for more than a year, or that repeatedly return, we usually recommend starting with approximately one treatment per week for three months. We then assess your progress together and discuss whether further treatment is needed and how often.These are general guidelines rather than fixed rules. After your first treatment, we will explain what we have found and recommend a plan that suits your condition, goals and response to treatment.

After treatment, we recommend taking it easy, staying warm, and drinking plenty of water. If possible, avoid intense exercise, alcohol, or a very heavy meal for the rest of the day. Some people feel deeply relaxed or slightly tired after treatment, so giving your body a little time to settle can help you get the most from the session.

Yes. We offer gentle Japanese acupuncture and shiatsu treatments in Amsterdam and Amstelveen. Our treatments support stress, sleep problems, pain, women’s health, fertility support, and general wellbeing.

Yes. You can book Japanese acupuncture and shiatsu treatments online at Japan Acupuncture & Shiatsu Clinic in Amsterdam and Amstelveen. You can choose a 60-minute or 90-minute session depending on your condition, preference, and availability.

We accept iDEAL, credit and debit cards (Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Maestro, JCB), as well as cash.