Feeling off around the full moon? In Traditional Eastern Medicine , it’s believed that the phases of the moon influence the balance of the human body .Around the time of the full moon, people are more likely to experience: Imbalance of the autonomic nervous system Headaches and stiff shoulders Eye strain and insomnia This is a sensitive time when your body and mind can easily become unbalanced. 🌕 Full Moon Event at YUE Head Acupuncture & Massage From November 2nd to 8th , en

Do you often feel stiff in your neck or shoulders, struggle with eye strain, or experience sleep paralysis during travel?At YUE Head Acupuncture & Massage  in Nihonbashi, Tokyo, our licensed therapists provide professional head spa and scalp massage  to help you relax, restore balance, and improve sleep quality. Scientific Benefits of Head Massage Sleep paralysis can occur when the sympathetic nervous system remains active as you fall asleep.Tension in the head, neck, and sho

Hello! We are YUE Head Acupuncture & Massage, operating here in Tokyo Nihonbashi . We’ve recently seen an overwhelming response to our Head Acupoint Chart  on social media, with the image (or video) being viewed over 30,000 times ! Many of you might have been surprised to see just how many acupoints are connected to your headaches and sleeplessness. In this article, based on this trending chart, our National Licensed Acupuncturist  will explain the root causes of common head

— Reset Your Mind and Body with a Head Spa — Do you often find yourself unable to fall asleep,or waking up in the middle of the night feeling restless? Poor sleep quality is becoming more common,and one hidden cause is tension in the scalp and imbalance of the autonomic nervous system . Why Scalp Tension Affects Your Sleep Long hours on your phone or computer can tighten the musclesaround your head, neck, and shoulders.When blood flow to the brain decreases, your mind stays i

Many of our clients notice that their eyes look bigger and their faces appear more lifted right after the treatment. When the eyes open up, the entire facial expression becomes more vibrant — and with a professional hair set, you can rediscover a more confident, refined version of yourself. Your posture naturally improves, and you leave with a sense of poise and elegance. This transformation is not just a simple “massage effect.” Our licensed acupuncturist provides a head spa

Recently, more and more guests have been visiting our salon before attending weddings, parties, or business events  — not just for hair styling, but to refresh their head and mind first. Many of them say: “After keeping my hair set all day, my head just feels tired.” It’s true — when your hairstyle stays tight for hours, your scalp can feel tense and heavy.That’s why we recommend taking a short break to “reset your head”  before the next event. 🌿 A Popular New Routine 1️⃣ Ge

Thomas Edison and Albert Einstein were known to get their best ideas while napping . It wasn’t luck — it was science.During deep relaxation, the brain shifts into alpha to theta waves ,a state where creativity naturally awakens. When we’re constantly thinking, the brain stays in tension.But when we let it rest , ideas begin to connect in new ways. A professional head massage or dry head spa  helps release that tension,boosting blood flow and easing mental fatigue —the perfect

Have you ever come up with your best ideas while relaxing — maybe in the shower or during a massage? There’s a scientific reason behind this. When your body is deeply relaxed, your brain waves slow down, allowing creative connections to form more easily. Head massage (or head spa ) is one of the most effective ways to reach this state.By gently stimulating the scalp and increasing blood circulation to the brain, it helps reduce stress hormones like cortisol and encourages the

Introduction: The True Identity of the "Sudden Pain" that Increases in Winter As the cold weather sets in, have you ever experienced an increase in neck and shoulder stiffness, or the sudden, sharp pain known as "Wry Neck" (often referred to as "the witch's shot" for lower back pain)? It's not just due to sleeping poorly. From the perspective of YUE Head Acupuncture & Massage —a clinic specializing in head care in Nihonbashi —a major cause of winter discomfort is the combinat

How many of these apply to you? Having trouble falling asleep, waking up in the middle of the night, or feeling tired even after sleeping? These may be signs that your autonomic nervous system is off balance or your scalp and head are tense. Let’s check how many of the following apply to you. 🔹Insomnia Self-Check List ・You still feel tired even after sleeping ・Your sleep is light and full of dreams ・You wake up several times during the night ・Your head feels heavy when you w

Do you ever feel like your back pain keeps coming back, no matter how many massages you get?Here’s the surprising truth: the real cause might be eye fatigue . “Wait… my eyes? But my back is what hurts!” We get it — that sounds strange. But stay with us for a moment. 👁️ When Your Eyes Are Tired, Your Posture Changes Think about what happens when your eyes are tired.Do you lean forward toward your screen?Does your neck stick out or your posture start to collapse a little? Tha

The Hidden Deficit of “Presenteeism” Even when employees are physically present, their concentration and efficiency may decline —this is what’s known as “Presenteeism.” In Japan, the average productivity loss from presenteeism is estimated at around 15.1% .For a company with 100 employees earning an average annual salary of 4.6 million yen ,this amounts to an invisible loss of approximately 69.46 million yen per year . When people push through work despite poor health — heada

Is 70% of a person's impression determined by their face and head? In fact, the impression of your face is influenced more by the overall condition of your head than by your hairstyle or facial features. When your scalp becomes stiff and blood flow is reduced , it can lead to facial swelling, heavy eyes, and a gloomy expression, making you appear older. Regardless of the length or volume of your hair, Scalp softness Blood flow to the temples and back of the head Eye and facia

If you know this, you're in for a surprise! Answering simple questions about head care Almost every week, customers ask me, "Is there a difference between a head massage and a head spa ?" Although they have similar names and are often confused, they actually have completely different purposes and effects . Knowing the differences will help you find the best treatment for your headaches, stiff shoulders, and fatigue . At YUE Head Acupuncture and Massage , located in Nihon

1. Things you should know before going to an acupuncturist: Switching on your healing power "Does acupuncture hurt?" "Why do my symptoms keep recurring?" These are questions that many people have, and as acupuncturists, they are the core questions we want to answer. Our goal is not to suppress symptoms with medication, but to maximize your own natural healing power (self-repair ability) and treat the underlying condition . 2. Why is acupuncture effective for chronic headache

The word "te-ai" (treatment) is usually used in different ways, such as "salary allowance" and "injury allowance." However, its roots are surprisingly the same. In the past, it referred to "placing hands on" a physical ailment or injury to heal. In other words, it originally meant "treatment" or "healing." From there, the meaning of "to make up for a deficiency" was added, and it came to be used in terms of salary and subsidies. "Genuine treatment" by a nationally certified h

Thank you to all our customers who always leave our store with a smile on their face. YUE Head Acupuncture Massage is the only salon in Nihonbashi where you can receive both a "full-scale head massage (dry head spa) by a nationally certified professional" and a "hair styling by a professional hairdresser" at the same time. A head massage will soothe stiff shoulders, eye strain, and autonomic nervous system disorders, leaving you feeling deeply relaxed and with a natural smile

Hair styling at an acupuncture clinic? The reasons and advantages Many people are surprised that we do hair styling at an acupuncture clinic, but the hairdressing staff at YUE Head Acupuncture Massage are not just ordinary hairdressers. Our clinic offers a free hair styling service as part of our treatments to align the mind and body with acupuncture and head massage. However, the quality of this service goes beyond mere extras, offering the only hair styling experience in

[What to do when you just can't find the motivation | Head massage recommended for improving brain fatigue and the autonomic nervous system] We all have days when we just can't find the motivation or feel like doing something. In fact, the cause is often brain fatigue or an imbalance in the autonomic nervous system . Especially in modern society, information overload from smartphones and PCs, long hours of desk work, and lack of sleep can all lead to brain fatigue and a dro

We often hear about "brain fatigue" these days. When you continually process information on a computer or smartphone, your brain works at full capacity, leading to problems such as a decrease in concentration, irritability, and insomnia. Is normal sleep effective in recovering from this brain fatigue? Or is it the head massage that makes you fall asleep? The role of normal sleep A good night's sleep is essential for repairing the brain and body. Deep non-REM sleep, in particu