My approach

Life is about finding balance. As a Certified Shiatsu Anma Therapist and Qi Gong Practitioner, I provide specific treatments for pain conditions and ki (energy) imbalances utilizing a holistic approach (mind, body and spirit).

Shiatsu means “finger pressure.” Anma means “pressure friction.” My sensei (teacher), Dr. DoAnn Tsuneo Kaneko brought the two healing arts together and created Kaneko Shiatsu Anma. This effective therapeutic approach has helped countless individuals live better with less pain and discomfort and is the premise of my work.

During Shiatsu Anma treatments, pressure is applied to each persons pain tolerance level. There are two kinds of pain: The kind of pain that hurts, but feels good and the kind of pain that hurts and makes you “cringe”. I always want to avoid the “cringing” kind of pain to keep treatments comfortable and therapeutic.

Qi Gong means “vital energy cultivation.” Qi Gong has been called the “Mother of Chinese Medicine”, and is a practice to help strengthen and balance internal life force. Qi Gong sessions and classes are taught through guided meditation and movement.

To help companies keep employees healthy and prevent injuries, I developed Business Wellness Trainings. These trainings are formatted to meet each company’s specific needs and are provided as hands on learning experiences.

Alan Saruwatari, CST Shiatsu Anma Therapist Qi Gong Practitioner Business Trainer