Is Shiatsu based on a religion or an esoteric system of belief?
No. It is true that Shiatsu was developed as a clinical therapy in countries where the culture differs from our Western culture. We are becoming more and more familiar with their important concepts such as Yin and Yang. The notion of Qi or energy is used throughout the Eastern medical system. It is not attached to any religious belief. Eastern doctors do not make assumptions about the origin of Qi or the creation of life. They have based their medical principles on centuries of clinical observations and carefully articulated a coherent system. Shiatsu therapists come from all cultural and religious backgrounds. Their motive is to provide professional and compassionate care, and help people on their path towards better health.
