Shiatsu Massage

Shiatsu, from the Japanese "shi" (finger) and "atsu" (pressure), is a traditional Japanese massage technique built around rhythmic pressure applied to the body's energy meridians and acupressure points using the fingers, thumbs and palms. No oil is used, so it's typically performed in comfortable clothing, either on a mat on the floor or on a massage table.

During the treatment, the therapist follows your body's energy lines, applying graduated pressure for a few seconds at a time using the thumbs, palms and occasionally the elbows, complemented by gentle joint stretches and mobilisation. The movements are smooth and rhythmic, paced to match the body's natural posture and breathing rhythm — the defining feature that sets Shiatsu apart from oil-based massage techniques.

It's a great option for anyone carrying tension in the head, neck and back, spending long hours at a desk, dealing with mental fatigue, or simply preferring a focused, "dry" touch over an oil-based massage. The aim is to support energy balance, ease muscle tension and leave you with an overall sense of relaxation.

At Aren Spa Ankara Masaj Salonu, inside the Grand Silay Hotel in Kızılay/Çankaya, Shiatsu is performed by our experienced therapists in keeping with the technique's traditional roots, personalised to each guest's areas of tension and comfort.