We have established zen shiatsu association in tokyo, japan in 1987, after 6 years since master shizuto masunaga the founder of zen shiatsu passed away. Graduating from japan central acupuncture college in 1983, he studied in the clinic of shiatsu master shizuto masunaga, the originator of zen shiatsu. Zen shiatsu the japanese way of acupuncture without. He was a student of western psychology and chinese medicine, very interested in the spiritual, psychological and emotional aspects of individuals. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. The shiatsu education center of america jan 1, 1776 paperback. Zen shiatsu shizuto masunaga video part 1of4 this is part 1 is a series of video clips. We have had classes and seminars for professional therapists and have opened workshops for laymen since the beginning. How to harmonize yin and yang for better health by shizuto masunaga 19770515 by shizuto masunaga. He brought it back to its roots in traditional chinese medicine. We have new and used copies available, in 0 edition starting at.
He was a student of western psychology and chinese medicine, very interested in the spiritual, psychological and emotional aspects of. Shizuto masunaga was a japanese shiatsu practitioner and author of books on shiatsu. Bfm books for midwives, elsevier science, london 2003, s. Namikoshi was author of the book do it yourself3 minute shiatsu, which became a best seller. Shizuto masunaga, wataru ohashi, the shiatsu education center of america the basic approach of oriental medicine is to emphasize natural powers of selfcure and to evolve a therapy that is entirely in harmony with the entire organism of the patient.
Zen shiatsu refers to a particular style of shiatsu, founded by shizuto masunaga. The kyojitsu concept in the system of zen shiatsu, whose founder was the japanese teacher of shiatsu shizuto masunaga 19251981, there are the concepts kyo jitsu. The common conception that shiatsu is no more than the application of strong digital pressure on single points on the. He was born in 1925 in kure, hiroshima japan and graduated in psychology from kyoto university. In 1959, he graduated from the japan shiatsu college and went on to teach psychology at the college. Translated beautifully from the original german, the atlas is the work of two of europes best known shiatsu teachers wilfried rappenecker and meike kockrick, of the school for shiatsu founded by rappenecker in hamburg.
Shiatsu is a japanese word meaning finger pressure. In the 70s shizuto masunaga sensei, creator of keiraku shiatsu meridian shiatsu, delivered fourweek correspondence courses providing students with his own purposewritten material. Shizuto masunaga, masunaga shizuto, 19251981 was a japanese shiatsu practitioner and author of books on shiatsu. Meridian dehnubungen shizuto masunaga buch kaufen ex libris. Together, zen shiatsu refers to a particular style of shiatsu that is popular in the west. This was translated into english in 1977 and retitled zen shiatsu. As governmental regulations took form, and professional therapists wanted to make a distinction between pleasure and medical treatment, the term shiatsu was born. Our main activities are teaching and promoting of zen shiatsu. He was a shiatsu therapist and professor of western psychology in tokyo. Masunaga zen shiatsu ketsu 9789079887422 by plastified a4 and a great selection of similar new, used and collectible books available now at great prices. In 1959, he graduated from the japan shiatsu college and went on to teach. How to harmonize yin and yang for better health, and meridian exercises.
The basic approach of oriental medicine is to emphasize natural powers of selfcure and to evolve a therapy that is entirely in harmony with the entire organism of the patient. Shiatsu is one of the oriental medical disciplines that have made great progress in such therapy. He was born in kure, hiroshima and graduated in psychology from kyoto university. In the 70s shizuto masunaga sensei, creator of keiraku shiatsu meridian shiatsu, delivered four week correspondence courses providing students w. It was developed by shizuto masunaga, a graduate of the japan shiatsu college who published a book entitled shiatsu in 1974. We have kept having different kinds of classes, seminars and workshops for everyone that interested in shiatsu or japanese culture. In 1959, he graduated from the japan shiatsu college and went on. Masunaga felt that the meridian system of chinese medicine was insufficient to address the fact that the energy of each meridian infuses the entire body. Shizuto meaning and origin of the name shizuto nameaning. In the latter part of the twentieth century shizuto masunaga brought shiatsu back to its eastern roots, emphasizing meridians and the five element theory. Zen shiatsu shizuto masunaga video part 4of4 youtube. The extended meridians of zen shiatsu by elaine liechti and vicky smyth. How to harmonize yin and yang for better health masunaga, shizuto, ohashi, wataru, the shiatsu education center of america on amazon.
Here is the 4th part of a series of rare video clips of masunaga sensei teaching zen shiatsu to students during a trip to canada. How to harmonize yin and yang for better health paperback 1 august 1989 by shizuto masunaga author visit amazons shizuto masunaga page. Shizuto masunaga was born in hiroshima in 1925 and after studies in psychology he began working with shiatsu, he was an instructor at the japan shiatsu institute for 10 years. Zen shiatsu as we know it today was established by shizuto masunaga in japan. See all books authored by shizuto masunaga, including zen shiatsu. The basic approach of oriental medicine is to emphasize natural powers of selfcure and to evolve a therapy that is entirely in harmony with the entire organism of. It was founded by shizuto masunaga who integrated elements of shiatsu, western psychology and chinese medicine to create zen shiatsu therapy. How to harmonize yin and yang for better health by shizuto masunaga, wataru ohashi, the shiatsu education center of america and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. Mar 04, 2017 the extended meridians of zen shiatsu by elaine liechti and vicky smyth. Check out the new look and enjoy easier access to your favorite features. Zen shiatsu shizuto masunaga video part 1of4 by healer january 20, 2010 featured articles, shiatsu massage therapy this is part 1 is a series of video clips from a rare video of shizuto masunaga, the founder of zen shiatsu. Zen shiatsu shizuto masunaga video part 2of4 here is part 2 in a series of rare video.
Masunaga is the author of shiatsu japanese title, which became zen shiatsu when translated into english by wataru ohashi and published in north. Meridian exercises for wholesome living by shizuto masunaga online at alibris. How to harmonize yin and yang for better health paperback 1 august 1989. Shizuto masunaga books list of books by author shizuto. The meridian extension system of shizuto masunaga, unique to zen shiatsu and its descendant styles, is studied in detail. Shizuto masunaga manga wiki fandom powered by wikia. He was born in june 1925 in kure, hiroshima and graduated in psychology from kyoto university in 1949. He is the author of shiatsu which became zen shiatsu when translated into. Zen shiatsu was established by a shizuto masunaga 19251981. The meridians of zen shiatsu atlas of shiatsu is a magnificently researched and illustrated tribute to the meridians of zen shiatsu, neo masunaga. Jan 20, 2010 zen shiatsu shizuto masunaga video part 1of4 by healer january 20, 2010 featured articles, shiatsu massage therapy this is part 1 is a series of video clips from a rare video of shizuto masunaga, the founder of zen shiatsu. We saw these course books during a visit to the iokai shiatsu centre in tokyo and given their valuable content decided to translate and publish them.
In this richly illustrated work, the author thoroughly covers tonificationsedation, meridian shiatsu zen shiatsu. In 1959, he graduated from the japan shiatsu college and went on to teach psychology and shiatsu at the college. How to harmonize yin and yang for better health reprint by masunaga, shizuto, ohashi, wataru isbn. Apr 07, 2020 zen is a form of buddhism that had its origins in japan. Find all the books, read about the author, and more. Meridian exercises for wholesome living by shizuto masunaga, stephen brown online at alibris. Comment aquilibrer le yin et le yang pour une meilleure santa by shizuto masunaga, michel jacquard isbn 9782857071792 9782857071792. Shizuto masunaga, wataru ohashi goodreads author 4. Zen shiatsu by shizuto masunaga, 9780870403941, available at book depository with free delivery worldwide.
Shizuto masunaga books list of books by author shizuto masunaga. How to harmonize yin and yang for better health 01aug1989. Shizuto masunaga, masunaga shizuto, 19251981 was a japanese shiatsu practitioner and author of books on shiatsu he was born in june 1925 in kure, hiroshima and graduated in psychology from kyoto university in 1949. Comment equilibrer le yin et le yang pour une meilleure sante. Zen shiatsu the legacy of shizuto masunaga by subhuti dharmananda, ph.
Later he traveled to china to study traditional chinese medicine and exercises chigong. Sep 20, 2012 masunaga senseis shiatsu diagnosis charts. Related posts brought to you by yet another related posts plugin. While reading the classic medical texts, he investigated the practical clinical aspects of shiatsu. Meridian exercises for wholesome living, and more on. It is said to enhance the inherent healing powers of. After studying psychology, he decided to pursue shiatsu as well. How to harmonize yin and yang for better health masunaga, shizuto, ohashi, wataru, the shiatsu education center of america on. We have established zen shiatsu association in kokubunji of tokyo, japan in 1987, after 6 years since master shizuto masunaga the founder of zen shiatsu passed away. Masunaga integrated elements of shiatsu and the taoist roots of chinese medicine with western psychology and physiology and basic elements of zen buddhism, as well as his experiences from.
Translated beautifully from the original german, the atlas is the work of two of europes best known shiatsu teachers wilfried rappenecker and meike kockrick, of the school for shiatsu founded by rappenecker in. The way to restore the proper balance to the system of ki energy is the subject of zen shiatsu, the first book on the topic ever published in the english language. How to harmonize yin and yang for better health by shizuto masunaga, wataru ohashi, et al. How to harmonize yin and yang for better health, and zen imagery exercises. He became a professor of psychology, then decided to pursue the study of traditional shiatsu, emphasizing the meridians and the five element theory. Zen is a form of buddhism that had its origins in japan. This chart presents the twelve main meridians according to shizuto masunaga, important figure in the history of shiatsu. Atlas of shiatsu is a magnificently researched and illustrated tribute to the meridians of zen shiatsu, neo masunaga. The common conception that shiatsu is no more than the application of strong digital pressure on the basic approach of oriental medicine is to emphasize natural powers of selfcure and to evolve a therapy that is entirely in harmony with the entire. How to harmonize yin and yang for better health 01aug1989 by shizuto masunaga, wataru ohashi paperback.