🇯🇵 Massage & nail salons in Osaka

About massage in Osaka

Osaka’s massage scene is friendly and affordable, with shiatsu, foot massage and relaxation salons concentrated around Namba, Umeda and the shopping arcades.

Osaka has 223 massage, spa and nail businesses listed, led by 145 hair salon, 38 nail salon, 34 massage, 6 tattoo studio. The busiest areas are 2-37-8, with well-known local names such as AcureZ Maid, HAIR STUDIO IWASAKI, Play Time. 13 listings publish opening hours. All listings are drawn from OpenStreetMap open data — call ahead to confirm prices and hours before you book.

Popular treatments

• Relaxation massage — gentle, full-body strokes to ease tension.
• Thai massage — assisted stretching on a mat, usually fully clothed.
• Deep-tissue / remedial — firmer pressure targeting knots and sports recovery.
• Foot reflexology — pressure-point work on the feet, very common in Asia.
• Nail salon — manicures, pedicures, gel and acrylic nails at dedicated nail studios.
• TCM & acupuncture — tuina massage and acupuncture for pain and circulation.

What it costs

In Tokyo and Osaka, an hour of shiatsu or aromatherapy massage typically runs ¥5,000–12,000 (roughly US$35–80), with high-end hotel spas costing more. Always confirm the price, duration and what is included (oil, hot stones, etc.) before you book.

How to choose

• Check recent reviews and opening hours before visiting.
• Where massage is regulated, look for licensed or registered therapists.
• For sports or medical needs, choose a remedial or physiotherapy-qualified practitioner.
• Call ahead to confirm price, availability and what to bring.