Shiatsu is the ancient Japanese art of finger pressure massage that aims to identify and treat the eight meridians of the human body. By applying pressure and stimulation, it addresses a wide variety of ailments and lethargies. Although the eight meridians were known in ancient times, their significance in correcting major imbalances was not fully understood. In "Essential Shiatsu," experienced Shiatsu master Yuichi Kawada modernizes this ancient art, providing a detailed explanation and illustration of the new meridians. The book offers instructions on how to stimulate them through hand pressure and stretching. It also explores the psychosomatic connection of illness and includes a comprehensive list of ailments along with suggested Shiatsu treatments. The author shares reassuring and inspiring case histories demonstrating the effectiveness of the treatment.