Japanese Facial Massage – 10 Techniques Step by Step

Looking for a calming facial massage routine you can actually learn step by step? This Japanese facial massage guide covers 10 classic techniques — effleurage, petrissage, tapotement, friction, vibration, compression, lifting, pinching, circular motions, and drainage strokes — plus the facial anatomy behind them, how to prepare the skin, and how to combine everything into a full routine for relaxation and self-care.

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⏱️ Chapters:
0:00:00 Traits of an Effective Massage Practitioner
0:02:44 Benefits of Massage
0:08:54 What to Eat and Drink Before and After a Massage
0:13:14 What to Do After a Massage
0:17:52 Definition and History of Massage
0:21:20 Benefits and Goals of Massage
0:25:09 Scope and Ethics of Massage Practice
0:29:26 Professional Guidelines
0:34:05 Client Assessment and Intake
0:37:28 Creating a Calm Massage Environment and Equipment
0:46:31 Facial Anatomy: Skin, Muscles, Lymph, Circulation, Nerves, and Aging
0:52:09 How to Clean the Skin Before a Facial Massage
0:55:26 Guidelines for the Person Receiving the Massage
0:59:06 History and Philosophy of Japanese Facial Massage
1:01:30 Choosing the Right Products
1:03:21 The Ritual and Holistic Benefits
1:06:22 Technique 1: Effleurage (Gliding Strokes)
1:09:33 Technique 2: Petrissage (Kneading)
1:12:00 Technique 3: Tapotement (Percussion)
1:13:27 Technique 4: Friction
1:15:32 Technique 5: Vibration
1:16:53 Technique 6: Compression
1:19:09 Technique 7: Lifting Strokes
1:21:08 Technique 8: Pinching (Plucking)
1:22:44 Technique 9: Circular Motions
1:24:30 Technique 10: Drainage Strokes

⚠️ Use gentle pressure and clean hands. Avoid massaging over active acne, broken or irritated skin, skin infections, or a rosacea flare, and wait as advised by your practitioner after injectables or other cosmetic procedures. Stop if anything feels painful. This content is for educational and self-care purposes only and is not medical or dermatological advice.

Note: These techniques are inspired by classical Japanese Anma traditions. This video is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or representative of the registered Kobido system or its organization.

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