Mt Eden｜Kesae Total Balance | Japanese Cranial Beauty Massage

Japanese Cranial Massage in Mt Eden

Gentle Japanese cranial massage for posture, face and body balance, with Yumi at our Mt Eden salon. No cracking, no forceful pressure. Just a calm, personal session focused on how you want to feel.

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First-visit prices available · Same prices at every Kesae salon · Please mention “Mt Eden” in your message

Meet Yumi

Yumi is our most-reviewed therapist on Google. Clients describe her as warm, professional and thorough, and say she always explains what she will do and sets clear expectations before the treatment begins.

Treatments at Mt Eden

Treatment	Length	Price	First visit	Best for
Kesae Cranial Treatment 顔＋手足＋骨盤	120 min	$280	$196	A full head-to-toe reset
Deluxe Cranial Treatment 顔＋骨盤	90 min	$210	$147	Face and posture together
Bigan Facial Cranial Treatment 美顔	60 min	$130	$91	Face, jawline and scalp
Kotsuban Hip Treatment 骨盤矯正	45 min	$130	$91	Posture, hips and lower back

Kesae Cranial Treatment (120 min). Our signature full-body treatment, combining facial cranial work with hand, foot and pelvic techniques. Ideal if you want to feel completely reset.

Deluxe Cranial Treatment (90 min). Bigan facial work and Kotsuban hip work in one visit. A popular choice if you want to notice changes in both your face and posture.

Bigan Facial Cranial Treatment (60 min). “Bigan” (美顔) means “beautiful face.” A gentle facial and scalp technique that helps your face look lifted, fresh and more balanced. No machines, just skilled hands.

Kotsuban Hip Treatment (45 min). “Kotsuban” (骨盤) means “pelvis.” Gentle work around the pelvis and sacrum helps your body find its centre again. Popular with mums after childbirth and anyone who sits or stands all day.

Not sure which to choose? Tell Yumi what you’d like help with when you message us, and she’ll suggest the right treatment.

Your First Visit

Message us on Facebook. Tell us it’s your first time and that you’d like to book at Mt Eden. Yumi may be with a client, so we’ll reply as soon as we can.
Arrive 10 minutes early to fill in a short intake form.
Talk about your goals. Yumi will ask about your concerns, what you’ve tried before, and how you’d like to feel.
Relax. You stay fully clothed. Please wear or bring loose pants or yoga pants, and bring a water bottle.
See the difference. We take before and after posture photos, and give you a 30-second exercise to do at home.

Light makeup and sunscreen are fine. We use oil on the face, so bring your makeup if you’d like to reapply it.

What Mt Eden Clients Say

“The clinic was easy to find, and the space was calm, clean, and filled with natural light… The treatment was deeply relaxing, gentle, and surprisingly impactful.”

— Binny C., Google review

“Best Massage Ever! I’ve never fallen asleep in a massage but did with Yumi. Thank you!”

— Kasey G., Google review

“After just a few sessions she was able to show me how my posture has already improved (she takes before and after photos). Highly recommend!”

— Danni L., Google review

Kesae Total Balance Mt Eden

5.0

Based on 66 reviews

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K T

3 months ago

Kia ora, I arrived at Yumi's looking for relief for a wonky knee that was also causing stiffness and tension in my back and neck; For my first visit, I chose the Cranial Massage for a total body treatment. Yumi worked her magic starting at my feet then working on my back, then front before finishing at my head and face. By the time the session ended, I was totally relaxed and left ready for a good nap! If you are looking for a gentle holistic alternative to a regular massage, I can strongly recommend a visit to Yumi's in Mt Eden.

Binny Cameron

5 months ago

My first visit to Kesae Total Balance with Yumi for a Deluxe Cranial treatment was a wonderful experience. The clinic was easy to find, and the space was calm, clean, and filled with natural light. What stood out most was Yumi herself. She was warm, professional, and thorough in explaining the treatment, setting expectations, and helping me understand what she would be doing. I felt completely at ease in her care. The treatment was deeply relaxing, gentle, and surprisingly impactful. I experienced immediate relief, a noticeable restoration of energy, and improvements in my alignment and posture that I could feel as soon as I stood up. Yumi has a thoughtful, holistic approach that left me feeling more balanced and connected in my body. I'm grateful to have found her and have already booked my next session. Highly recommended.

Raana Pihema

5 months ago

Such an amazing experience. Yumi released a lot of tension within the top half of my body and ensured I was able to fall into a deep relaxation. Will be sure to come back, thank you so much Yumi!

Kasey Gordon

8 months ago

Best Massage Ever! I've never fallen asleep in a massage but did with Yumi. Thank you!

Claire Tuiasau

9 months ago

What a wonderful relaxing kinda spiritual experience I had, my first Delux Cranial Treatment with Yumi who is just lovely, she explains the process well, I was totally in my element. I left there clear headed, lighter and I felt taller 🤔 also slept extremely well, great experience highly recommend!

Joanie Badenhorst-Awasthi

1 year ago

I went for the Kotsuban Cranial Hip Massage, and it was brilliant! It starts of with a questionnaire and assessment. They also take photos to compare alignment before and after. Then there is an integrated full body approach that combines traditional cranial techniques (gentle pressure on the head and spine to influence the flow of cerebrospinal fluid) with targeted work on the hips and pelvis (sacrum area) as well as feet and legs. It is a gentle and non invasive that concentrates on skeletal and postural correction. It is not a magic one-and-done cure,although some people find instant relief in some areas. Over time and with regular exercises at home, there should be an improvement in: Relief from back, shoulder, hip, and neck pain. Improved posture and body alignment. Reduced stress, anxiety, and emotional tension. Enhanced blood circulation and detoxification, leading to improved skin condition (e.g., reduced dullness, sagging). Help with conditions such as irregular periods and sleep problems, by promoting hormone balance and nervous system regulation. A general feeling of lightness and improved energy flow Afterwards some people may suffer some headaches or dizziness, which is perfectly normal. Take rest and stay hydrated. I also had the Bigan Facial Cranial Massage. It is a Japanese facial therapy which focuses on facial harmony, taking into account the specific characteristics of each face, pressure points and lymphatic circulation, with the aim of improving mental and physical health while enhancing beauty. It was complimented with coconut and lavender oil. It was such a relaxing full body experience and I think I fell asleep a few times. I felt both relaxed and energised and slept very well that night. I would definitely recommend this as ongoing therapy. The benefits are endless, and the lady has incredibly healing hands

Danni Law

1 year ago

Yumi helped treat my hips and back after the birth of my second child. The sessions with Yumi are always so relaxing, and she is a great listener and healer. After just a few sessions she was able to show me how my posture has already improved (she takes before and after photos). Highly recommend!