For people who’ve tried everything.
Tell us what keeps coming back. We start by listening and assessing your movement.
JAPANESE BODYWORK · DAIKANYAMA, TOKYO
Seitai,
explained.
Anatomy-based Japanese bodywork by a nationally licensed judo-therapist. 3 min from Daikanyama Station. Full session in English. Prices: ¥15,000–¥35,000, tax included.
First visit: not convinced, full refund.
Licensed
Japanese national qualification.
Judo Therapist / 柔道整復師.
Anatomy-based
We begin with how your body moves.
Then explain our approach.
In English
Your questions, in your own words.
Full session explanations in English.
WHO IT’S FOR
Start with what you feel.
Visitors: reset on day one.
Make time for your body after the flight, before the next day of exploring.
Desk workers: neck, back, posture.
Bring the stiffness you notice at your desk. We look at the way your whole body moves.
THE SESSION
Understand. Then adjust.
We use anatomy to explain our spine-focused approach, then work with your movement and comfort.
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Consultation
Tell us what has been bothering you and what you want from the session.
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Assessment
We look at posture and movement, then explain what we notice.
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Treatment
Anatomy-based bodywork, focused on the spine. Each step is explained.
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What to do next
We review how you move and share advice you can take into daily life.
PRICES
Time for your body.
First Visit — Seitai 60 min
¥15,000First Visit — Seitai 90 min
¥20,000Premium Seitai (Autonomic Balance) — First Visit 120 min
¥17,500Seitai 60 min
¥20,000Seitai 90 min
¥30,000Premium Seitai (Autonomic Balance) 90 min
¥35,000All prices include tax. No membership required.
YOUR THERAPIST
Gustavo Tatsuya Kawabe
Judo Therapist — Japanese national license
After earning his Japanese national judo-therapist qualification, Gustavo worked in a spine-focused orthopaedic setting and took part in the care of more than 10,000 patients. He then developed his seitai practice at a salon in Akasaka, Tokyo, worked as an educator for practitioners, and provided appointment-only, referral-based sessions in Hong Kong. His approach also draws on anatomy training overseas. He opened LaTokyo in Daikanyama to help people better understand and care for their bodies.
FAQ
Your questions, explained.
Do you speak English?
Yes. Your full consultation and treatment explanation can be in English.
What is seitai?
Seitai is Japanese manual bodywork focused on the spine, joints and muscles. At LaTokyo, a nationally licensed judo-therapist uses an anatomy-based approach and explains each step.
Is it painful / do you crack the neck?
There is no forceful cracking. Adjustments are explained beforehand, and we check how the pressure feels. Please tell us if you feel uncomfortable.
Can tourists book a single session?
Yes. Visitors can book a one-off 60 or 90-minute session. No membership required.
How do I book in English?
Follow Book online to Square, select a service and choose an available time. The booking interface may appear in Japanese. For help in English, contact us on WhatsApp or Instagram DM.
Can I pay by credit card?
Yes. Visa, Mastercard, Amex and JCB are accepted. Ask before booking if you need to confirm another payment method.
More questions, here
How much does it cost?
First visit: 60 min ¥15,000; 90 min ¥20,000; Premium 120 min ¥17,500. Regular: 60 min ¥20,000; 90 min ¥30,000; Premium 90 min ¥35,000. All prices include tax.
Where exactly are you?
1-34-15 Ebisu-Nishi B1F, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo 150-0021, Japan. We are 3 min from Daikanyama Station, 7 min from Ebisu Station and 8 min from Nakameguro Station on foot.
What should I wear?
Comfortable clothing that lets you move is recommended. Let us know when booking if you need a change of clothes.
Can I visit for jet lag / travel fatigue?
Yes. Tell us about stiffness after a long flight or a day of walking. We assess how your body is moving before the session; we do not promise to resolve jet lag.
Seitai vs chiropractic vs seikotsuin — what's the difference?
Seitai and chiropractic describe approaches to hands-on care, while seikotsuin is a Japanese facility term. Check the individual practitioner’s credentials and the service offered. At LaTokyo, your practitioner holds a Japanese national judo-therapist license and provides private-pay seitai.
Is the therapist licensed? What is a judo-therapist?
Yes. Gustavo Tatsuya Kawabe holds the Japanese national qualification 柔道整復師, translated here as Judo Therapist. This is a professional qualification, not a title for a judo sports instructor.
Does Japanese health insurance cover this?
No. Sessions at LaTokyo are private-pay services and are not covered by Japanese health insurance.
Can I come the same day? How far in advance should I book?
Check the online calendar for available appointments. Book ahead when your plans are fixed. For a same-day enquiry, you can also contact us on WhatsApp.
Do you do hotel visits or outcalls?
No. All sessions take place at our Daikanyama studio.
Can couples or friends book together?
Please book consecutive appointments, one person at a time. Contact us if you need help finding adjacent slots.
What if I'm pregnant?
Please contact us before booking with your stage of pregnancy and how you are feeling, so we can discuss whether a session is suitable.
Is there a refund if I'm not satisfied?
First visit: not convinced, full refund. Please contact us with any concerns or questions about the refund process.
Do you take cash?
Please ask before booking if you wish to pay in cash.
Can I bring a translator or friend?
Please contact us before booking with the number of people and your needs. The full consultation and treatment explanation are available in English.
What happens at the first visit?
We discuss your concerns, assess posture and movement, explain and carry out the bodywork, then review your movement and share advice for daily life.
What are your opening hours?
10:00–20:00, with irregular days off. See the booking calendar and reserve before visiting.
ACCESS
Find us in Daikanyama.
1-34-15 Ebisu-Nishi B1F, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo 150-0021, Japan
Daikanyama: 3 min / Ebisu: 7 min / Nakameguro: 8 min on foot
From Daikanyama Station’s west exit, turn right. Continue straight at the crossroads by Clover’s pancake café. Look for the exposed-concrete building on your right; the studio is on B1F.
10:00–20:00. Irregular days off; see the booking calendar.
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Let’s start with your story.
First visit: not convinced, full refund.
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