Unfolding Bodywork

Let go of thought, listen to your body. Your life begins to tell its true story.

Every day, are you spending your time for someone else or something else? In meeting the expectations of your work, family, and society, have you lost sight of what you truly seek and where your heart finds peace? If you are feeling minor physical discomforts or a vague sense of unease, it might be a sign that your heart is longing to reconnect with your true self.

The phrase “a journey of self-discovery” might sound difficult or overwhelming. You might hesitate, thinking it’s too soon for you or that it’s something only special people do. But that very hesitation is proof that you are about to open a new door. We will not ask you to “try harder.” Instead, we will gently assist you in drawing out the innate wisdom your body already holds, trusting in its ability to do so.

Your life’s time, for you.

What is Unfolding Bodywork? – A New Harmony that Nurtures Wholeness

Unfolding Bodywork is not a practice for simple relaxation or symptom relief. Our aim is a deep understanding and approach to the “wholeness” of your mind, body, emotions, and thoughts. We believe that long-held patterns, unconscious tensions, and emotional blockages imprinted in your body are the root causes of your current discomfort and limitations.

In this bodywork, we view your mind and body as an inseparable whole. We gently touch the deep-seated sensations within your body, carefully releasing the “stagnation” that has built up from years of habits and suppressed emotions. This is not about blaming your past self or forcing yourself to change. It is simply a process of remembering the lightness and freedom of your authentic self.

Gentle, yet profound – The Session Flow

A session begins with a careful conversation about your current concerns and state. Then, I will gently place my hands on your body. I do not use strong pressure or forceful adjustments. Instead, through a subtle touch, I encourage your body to naturally release tension and restore its own balance.

The Rich Transformation that Awaits You

This time is truly a precious “moment of life” dedicated solely to you. After the session, you will undoubtedly feel a sense of lightness in your mind and body, a heightened awareness, and a calm vitality welling up from within. It is the beginning of a slow, yet sure, “unfolding” towards the way of being you truly desire.

The changes brought by Unfolding Bodywork extend to every aspect of your daily life. Beyond deep relaxation and stress relief, it leads to an awakening of your body’s inherent abilities, a sharpening of your senses, the emergence of positive emotions and new ideas, and an improvement in the quality of your work and life. Most importantly, by drawing out your body’s self-healing power, the benefits are not temporary improvements but a sustained state of fundamental health and well-being.

Now, why not step away from the noise of the outside world for a moment and turn your attention inward? Unfolding Bodywork will be the first step for you to reunite with your true self and regain the radiance of your life.

Testimonials

Stories of Transformation

1. Releasing Years of Stiff Shoulders and Emotional Burdens

▼ Before the session, what kind of “stagnation” did you feel?

Having worked in the IT industry for many years, I was constantly suffering from chronic stiff shoulders and headaches. I went to many massages and bodywork sessions, but they were only temporary fixes. Most of all, my mind was always filled with information, and I couldn’t find a moment of peace. I felt a constant sense of being rushed and a vague anxiety about the future, which felt like my body and mind were being squeezed tight.

▼ During the session, what kind of sense of “release” did you experience?

Mr. Terashima’s gentle touch was so delicate, something I had never felt before, that at first I didn’t know what was happening. But as the session progressed, I felt something melt away not just from my shoulders and neck, but from my stomach area as well. The jumbled thoughts in my head quieted down, and I felt my breath becoming deeper and slower. It was as if my frozen body and mind were thawing like spring snow.

▼ As a result, what kind of changes have you seen in your daily life and in your life in general?

The morning after the session, I was truly surprised by how light my body felt. Not only were my stiff shoulders gone, but my mind was so calm and clear. At work, I’m now able to handle stressful situations calmly, and new ideas naturally come to me. On my days off, I feel my senses are more sharpened than ever when I’m in nature, and I truly feel the joy of being alive. Unfolding Bodywork was an experience that felt like a reboot for my life.

2. Finding Balance between Childcare and Work

▼ Before the session, what kind of “stagnation” did you feel?

Juggling childcare and work, I always put myself last. Before I knew it, my body was constantly tense, and I couldn’t get a good night’s sleep. I was trying so hard for my family, but sometimes I would get irritable or depressed for no reason. I couldn’t control my emotions well, and I felt like I couldn’t go on like this.

▼ During the session, what kind of sense of “release” did you experience?

I truly felt that Mr. Terashima was listening to my body’s ‘voice’ so carefully. He wasn’t using strong pressure on specific spots; he was just touching me gently, yet my body reacted on its own, and the emotions that had been building up came out as tears. They weren’t sad tears, but warm tears of what felt like a release. During the session, I realized how much I had been ignoring my body’s signals and pushing myself too hard.

▼ As a result, what kind of changes have you seen in your daily life and in your life in general?

After the session, the first thing I noticed was that I could sleep soundly through the night. The biggest change, however, is that I’ve become aware of the small signals my body sends me in my daily life. I can now say to myself, ‘Ah, I’m tired now’ or ‘Let’s take a little break,’ and care for myself much sooner than before. I get irritable less often, and I’m able to interact with my children more calmly, which is a truly wonderful change. I’ve come to realize that taking care of my own ‘way of being’ also leads to the happiness of my family.

3.Awakening an Artist’s Creativity

▼ Before the session, what kind of “stagnation” did you feel?

I teach dance, but due to years of overuse, I constantly had pain in my knees and lower back, and I couldn’t move my body as freely as I used to. This affected my creative drive, and I felt I had reached a limit in my expression. It was as if my mind became as stiff as my body, and new ideas had dried up.

▼ During the session, what kind of sense of “release” did you experience?

Mr. Terashima’s Unfolding Bodywork was completely different from any bodywork I had experienced before. It was a journey that awakened deep-seated sensations, as if every cell in my body began to breathe. What was particularly memorable was that during the session, new ideas for movements naturally flowed into my mind. I truly felt that as my body was released, my mind and creativity were also set free.

▼ As a result, what kind of changes have you seen in your daily life and in your life in general?

My awareness of the pain has changed, and my body feels much lighter than before, so I feel the joy of being able to dance freely again. Most of all, my inspiration for creative work has exploded. I’ve re-recognized the direct connection between my body’s sensations and my expression, and I can now give shape to what I truly want to convey through my body. Unfolding Bodywork has not only enriched my career as an artist but has also been a catalyst for making my life as a whole more fulfilling.