Our team.
Yuki Watanabe
Professional Summary:
Yuki Watanabe is a highly experienced hairstylist and head spa therapist
specializing in advanced scalp and hair health. With extensive hairstyling expertise
developed through her career in Japan and Australia, she founded YUKI
JAPANESE HEAD SPA in Brisbane. Yuki is dedicated to teaching holistic,
innovative head spa techniques that blend technical precision with deep
therapeutic client care.
Professional Background:
• Roppongi, Tokyo, Japan: Hairstylist
• Daikanyama, Tokyo, Japan: Salon Owner
• Perth, Australia: Salon Owner
• Annerley & West End, Brisbane, Australia: Founder, Hairdresser & Head
Spa Instructor (current)
Qualifications:
• National Licensed Hairdresser (Japan)
• Developer of "Certified Japanese Head Spa Practitioner – Level 1"
curriculum
• First Aid & CPR certified (current)
Teaching Experience:
• Head instructor of Japanese Head Spa practitioner courses since 2020
• Educated over 100 practitioners internationally
• Extensive experience conducting in-person and online training
• Mentor for senior staff and instructors-in-training
Specialties:
• Japanese Head Spa Techniques
• Advanced Scalp and Hair Health
• Therapist Training and Mentorship
Languages:
• Japanese (Native)
• English (Fluent)
Contact Information & Links:
• Email: yukijapaneseheadspa@gmail.com
•Website: https://www.yukihairspa.com.au/
• Locations: West End & Annerley, Brisbane, QLD, Australia
• Current Salon & Head Spa:
YUKI JAPANESE HEAD SPA
Kazue Takahashi
Professional Summary:
Licensed in Japan and Australia, Kazue brings over 15 years of experience in acupuncture, massage, and holistic therapy. She created the Kaz Method, combining clinical knowledge with the gentle philosophy of silent touch. Through the Academy, she is dedicated to guiding students with both professionalism and compassion.
Licenses & Certifications:
Licensed Acupuncturist, Massage Therapist: over 20 years
2004 (Japan):
National License: Acupuncturist
National License: Anma Massage & Shiatsu Therapist
2022 (Australia): Dry Needling Certificate
2023 (Australia): Remedial Massage Certificate
Professional Background:
2004–2009, 2014–2020 (Japan): Worked in specialized
hospitals (internal medicine, orthopedics, gynecology, oncology)
2010–2014, 2020–2025 (Australia): Hands-on practice in hotel spas, clinical treatment rooms, and head spa salons
2025: Founded Optimum K Japanese Head Spa
Kaz Method
About the Kaz Method:
The Kaz Method is a holistic head massage technique that
integrates Eastern medicine principles with anatomical
precision of the skull, muscles, meridians, and acupressure
points. It provides deeply restorative care to the head, face,
neck, shoulders, and ears, promoting both physical balance
and emotional calm.
Optimum K Japanese Head Spa
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