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Imagine lying on your therapy table, sunlight falling softly through opaque rice paper shoji screens, soothing ambient music playing quietly in the background as expert fingers gently reawaken the inner calm and outer beauty of your body.

Choose from our wide range of face and body treatments, incorporating our own exclusive skin care products hand-made from pure, natural ingredients. Our synergistic blends of precious oils, botanical extracts and essences are kind to even the most sensitive of skins.

Below are full details, durations and prices for these luxurious treatments and packages.

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Reflexology

Reflexology is a very simple, safe and effective form of non-invasive holistic healing based on the principle that various reflex points on the feet, hands and ears represent all the organs, glands and parts of the body.  By stimulating these points with a variety of specialised finger, thumb and knuckle techniques, there will be a direct effect upon the corresponding organ.

Any imbalance in the body will show up to a reflexologist as congestion and can be identified by visible markings on the feet or the feeling crystalisation under the skin.  Reflexology works to bring the body back into balance and, therefore, can be very beneficial for muscular skeletal, digestive, reproductive and respiratory conditions as well as stress.  Many people enjoy reflexology as a preventative therapy and is suitable for people of all ages.  It is incredibly relaxing – like having a fully body massage without having to get undressed!

Duration: 60 minutes. Price: $90 (This is the discounted price for in-house resident guests - for day spa visitors, please add $10 per hour)

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Massage - Give yourself the gift of total relaxation. At Shizuka Ryokan, we consider that massage therapies are not an indulgence but rather is a necessity for overall wellbeing. Choose from the traditional Japanese shiatsu massage therapy or perhaps tantalise the olfactory senses with a fragrant relaxation massage. Each massage type is detailed below....

Relaxation Massage

Restores a sense of well-being by relieving the negative effects of tension and stress. Our massage therapists will customise combinations of various techniques to suit your individual needs and induce a feeling of deep relaxation.

Duration: 60 minutes. Price: $90 (This is the discounted price for in-house resident guests - for day spa visitors, please add $10 per hour)

Shiatsu Massage

Literally translated as “finger pressure”, shiatsu was developed in Japan by combining the ancient Chinese art of acupressure and “anma” or massage. Unlike acupuncture however, shiatsu does not use needles, but rather, utilises the fingers and hands, applying pressure along the meridian points of the body to gently ease aching muscles, increase vitality, relieve fatigue and stimulate the body’s natural healing power. Shiatsu massage is traditionally conducted on a futon whilst the guest wears loose clothing.

Duration: 60 minutes. Price: $90 (This is the discounted price for in-house resident guests - for day spa visitors, please add $10 per hour)

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Facials - All our facials incorporate a soothing aromatic massage of the neck, shoulders, decolletage and scalp, leaving your skin and your spirit thoroughly refreshed and revitalised...

Geisha Facial

Our signature facial. For over 1,200 years Japanese women have used completely natural cleansing, exfoliating and hydrating techniques to ensure their skin gleamed with a silky lustre.

These beauty rituals where elevated to an art form by the Japanese Geisha. Today you can experience their beauty secrets with this unique facial which utilises the restorative and nourishing properties of white tea (far rarer than green tea and even higher in anti-oxidants), lotus root, camellia oil, yamamono mountain peach, brown sugar, bamboo and the most precious ingredient of all - nightingale droppings. Sterilised by ultra-violet light, they contain precious natural enzymes to smooth and lighten the skin. Ancient skin brushing techniques and the use of beautifying acupressure points on the face and legs are just some of the features of this exotic treatment. Suitable for all skin types.

The Geisha Facial is not suitable for pregnant women. Duration: 60 minutes. Price: $120 (This is the discounted price for in-house resident guests - for day spa visitors, please add $10 per hour)

Face & Body

Tiredness and stress are not only bad for the soul but are also aging to the skin. This nurturing and deeply relaxing treatment will nourish and lift the tone of the skin. Begin with a soothing 30 minute back massage and feel any tension, aches or pains simply dissolve away. When your body is left feeling languid and relaxed, its time to pamper your face with a cleansing, refining and moisturising mini facial. A soothing scalp massage completes this wonderfully indulgent treatment.

Duration: 60 minutes. Price: $110 (This is the discounted price for in-house resident guests - for day spa visitors, please add $10 per hour)

Yin & Yang Package

The perfect "couples" package. Whilst one partner enjoys the Face & Body treatment (a mini-facial and 30 minute massage - as described above), the other is simultaneously indulging in an hour long Relaxation Massage.

Duration: 60 minutes. Price: $190 for two people. (This is the discounted price for in-house resident guests - for day spa visitors, please add $10 per hour per person)

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The deep pore cleansing and exfoliating effect of one of our polish and wrap treatments will reveal your body at its best....

Polish & Wrap Package

Your skin will be invigorated and left baby soft, with a tingling, refreshed after-glow. All our body polish treatments are followed by a soothing and hydrating application of replenishing body moisturiser. The perfect precursor to our body wrap treatment.

Our body wrap combats the effects of aging, diets and pregnancy on the skin's elasticity and vitality, helping to maintain a healthy and youthful appearance. All treatments begin with a dry brush massage to stimulate circulation and awaken the body. Your entire body will then be covered with one of our warm algae or mud treatments and cocooned for 20 minutes to allow time for the precious active ingredients to be absorbed, whilst a hot oil treatment is applied to the hair. This softening and conditioning treatment is accompanied by a deliciously soothing acupressure scalp massage. All treatments are completed with an application of luxurious hydrating lotion to tone and moisturise the skin.

Our Polish & Wrap Package treatment is not suitable for pregnant or lactating women. Not suitable within 24 hours of waxing. Duration: 120 minutes. Price: $230 (This is the discounted price for in-house resident guests - for day spa visitors, please add $10 per hour)

Synergy Package

Three wonderful body treatments working in synergy together to create the ultimate body treatment experience. Commence with a wonderfully relaxing hour long massage followed by a body polish treatment to thoroughly prime the skin and create the perfect canvas for a body wrap treatment.

The Synergy Body Package treatment is not suitable for pregnant or lactating women. Not suitable within 24 hours of waxing. Duration: 180 minutes. Price: $300 (This is the discounted price for in-house resident guests - for day spa visitors, please add $10 per hour)

Herbal Back

A blissful "facial" treatment for that neglected and hard-to-reach area of the body. Special anti-inflammatory and purifying herbs are used in this treatment which commences with deep pore cleansing and exfoliation followed by an application of hot herbal compresses and purifying clay mask. A soothing 20 minute massage of the back, neck and shoulders will release tension and leave you feeling relaxed and refreshed. An application of hydrating lotion completes this treatment.

Duration: 60 minutes. Price: $120  (This is the discounted price for in-house resident guests - for day spa visitors, please add $10 per hour)

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Foot and Leg Treatments - Shizuka Ryokan's treatments are the ultimate indulgence for anyone who is on their feet too much or is perhaps suffering from some of the side-effects of pregnancy...

Foot Treat

Our soothing foot treat adds a whole new indulgent dimension to the term “putting your feet up”. Treatment commences with a jet bubble foot spa, followed by a smoothing pumice scrub. Hands and arms receive a relaxing massage whilst feet are elevated for a 10 minute hydrating foot mask. This treatment is sure to erase the last vestiges of tension.

Duration: 60 minutes. Price: $100 (This is the discounted price for in-house resident guests - for day spa visitors, please add $10 per hour)

Pregnancy Pamper

Tired, aching legs are often an unwelcome side-effect of pregnancy. This pampering treatment will help to rejuvenate your legs. Start with a delicious massage to sooth and refresh feet and legs, followed by an application of foot softening moisture balm to leave tootsies feeling petal soft and sweet smelling. Aromatherapy cooling leg gel further cools, refreshes and revives tired legs. The pampering continues with an anti-stress facial which incorporates massage of the head, neck and shoulders.

Duration: 60 minutes. Price: $110 (This is the discounted price for in-house resident guests - for day spa visitors, please add $10 per hour)

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Booking Details

All therapy bookings are subject to availability and appointment times do regularly book out, particularly during weekends and holiday periods. Guests are therefore strongly urged to book spa treatments at, or soon after, the time of their initial accommodation reservation. In any case, bookings are required to be made at least 24 hours prior to the desired appointment time.

Reservations cancelled or changed within 72 hours of the appointment time will incur a cancellation fee. Full treatments may not be possible should guests be unavailable less than 5 minutes prior to the scheduled appointment time.

Bookings may be made by telephone or via the online booking form.