Japan’s most sought-after
head spa training is coming to Sydney.
In 2026, join Akemi Watanabe, creator of
Tenku® Sleep & Tenku® Stress Release™,
for an immersive hands-on program.
Understand the neuroscience.
Upgrade your technique.
Elevate your business.
Tenku® Pillow
Better Sleep. By Design.
手温
Te-On.
Whole Hand Healing.
See the changes it can make for your guests in one session.
Elevate your skills with
Japan’s most exclusive Head Spa & Beauty Academy
“Sleep problems constitute a global epidemic that threatens health and quality of life for up to 45% of the world’s population.”
World Sleep Society
Tenku® Sleep is a Japanese developed dry head spa technique that promotes deep, restorative sleep and holistic relaxation through expert hand techniques.
No gimmicks. No tech.
Just pure human connection with proven results.
A technique developed over 25 years.
Created by Akemi Watanabe and overseen by Dr Hiroshi Shuto, Tenku® bridges medical insight with traditional Japanese wellness.
What is Tenku® Sleep?
For 24 years, I have lived through my hands.
Not just massaging bodies - but listening, connecting, healing.
I’ve treated over 30,000 clients using nothing but warm hands and intuition. And in that time, I’ve come to understand something machines never will.
People are craving more than results, they are craving connection.
In a world full of machines, speed, and surface-level solutions, all-hand techniques like mine are rare.
But it is precisely this rarity, this return to something real, that makes it powerful.
Rooted in the Japanese tradition of Te-ate (手当て) “healing hands” – my method brings rhythm, nuance, and deep comfort.
The kind of healing that softens tension, restores sleep, and makes someone feel human again.
Clients don’t just come for technique.
They come for hands that listen.
For a moment of stillness in a fast-paced world.
For a kind of care that feels… unforgettable.
I’ve spent years mastering the art of results in just one session. Not with fancy tools, but with presence, breath, and practiced touch. This is my life’s work, and it’s called Tenku.
Through Tenku®, I want to pass this on.
Not just the movements, but the philosophy behind the hands.
The mindset. The soul of it. The way you carry yourself as a practitioner. The way you hold space for others.
Tenku® isn’t just another treatment.
It’s a return to artistry, to slowness, to true beauty.
It’s a way of life - and a path to owning a business that feels good in your hands and heart.
Now, it’s your turn.
Let me show you what’s possible.
Akemi Watanabe
Creator of Tenku® Sleep
Tenku® Sleep.
Better sleep starts here.
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Induces Deep Relaxation
The gentle massage techniques applied to the head and neck areas help soothe the nervous system, leading to a state of deep relaxation.
This calming effect can make it easier to fall asleep and achieve restorative rest. -
Reduces Stress and Anxiety
By alleviating muscle tension and promoting the release of endorphins, the therapy can decrease stress and anxiety levels.
Lower stress contributes to improved sleep patterns and reduces instances of insomnia.
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Balances the Autonomic Nervous System
The therapy stimulates the parasympathetic nervous system, responsible for ‘rest and digest’ functions.
This activation helps balance the autonomic nervous system, creating optimal conditions for sleep by lowering heart rate and promoting relaxation.
Dr Hiroshi Shutō
周東 寛 医師
Tenku® Sleep
Medical Supervisor
“Targeted massage of the scalp, neck, shoulders, and shoulder blades not only enhances mitochondrial function but also raises adiponectin levels.
Among the many massage techniques, the dry head massage method known as Tenku® Sleep, developed by Akemi Watanabe, stands out as especially effective.”
Your Business.
Japanese Authenticity.
Become a
Tenku™ Certified Dry Head Spa.
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Founder & Inventor of Tenku™ Sleep.
For over 18 years, I have been devoted to the art of 手温 Te-on – “Hand Temperature” treatments, a technique rooted in the power of touch. Having cared for more than 30,000 clients, I’ve developed an intuitive ability to sense the skin’s condition through my hands, achieving visible results and deep relaxation in every session.
While many aesthetic salons worldwide rely on machines for efficiency, I believe true transformation comes through skilled, intentional touch. Salons dedicated exclusively to Te-on are rare, yet this approach – grounded in the Japanese healing philosophy of 手当て Te-ate – offers a profound connection between body and mind. Every movement is guided by precision, rhythm, and intuition, creating a therapeutic experience that machines simply cannot replicate.
In today’s fast-paced world, what people seek most is healing. Through my daily practice, I am reminded that the hands can do more than treat the skin – they connect hearts. (手を通じて心をつなぐ / Te o Tsūjite Kokoro o Tsunagu).
I also draw inspiration from the French philosophy of Soin Esthétique – bringing out one’s true beauty through attentive, personalised care. My treatments combine this philosophy with the essence of おもてなし Omotenashi – the spirit of Japanese hospitality – to create results that uplift not only the skin, but the soul.
My mission now goes beyond treatment. I aim to shape the future of aesthetics by sharing the Te-on method with the world – empowering the next generation of estheticians to thrive as both skilled artisans and successful business owners.
To those with a passion for healing through hands, we welcome you warmly. Let us carry forward the 美学の精神 Bigaku no Seishin – the Spirit of Aesthetics – and honour this time-honoured craft together.
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Tenku™ Sleep Medical Supervisor
Graduated from Showa University School of Medicine. I currently serve as a part-time lecturer in the Department of Respiratory Medicine at Fujigaoka Hospital (Showa University) and the Department of Diabetes, Endocrinology, and Hematology at Dokkyo Medical University Saitama Medical Center. I’m also the director of Minamikoshigaya Kenshinkai Clinic and hold a Doctor of Medicine degree.
I’m a certified physician by the Japanese Society of Internal Medicine and a specialist accredited by the Japanese Society of Allergology and the Japanese Society of Oriental Medicine, among others. I advocate for an integrative approach that blends Western and Oriental medicine, focusing on early detection and preventive care using advanced medical technology. Psychosomatic therapy is also central to my practice, with a strong emphasis on promoting wellness in middle-aged and older adults.
One key to healthy longevity often overlooked is maintaining and increasing healthy mitochondria. This can be supported through methods like heat and cold therapy, fasting, exercise, electrical stimulation, and massage. Targeted massage of the scalp, neck, shoulders, and shoulder blades not only enhances mitochondrial function but also raises adiponectin levels. Among the many massage techniques, the dry head massage method known as Tenku Sleep, developed by Akemi Watanabe, stands out as especially effective.
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Co-Founder
As theCo-Founder of Tenku™ I’ve worked with thousands of scalps, refining my skills through years of hands-on experience and deep respect for traditional Japanese head spa methods.
While the head spa industry grows rapidly, many follow fleeting trends. At Tenku™, we prioritise authenticity—blending science, tradition, and expert touch to elevate head spa into an art form.
Hands are our greatest tool. Unlike machines, they feel, adapt, and respond. True mastery lies in understanding pressure, rhythm, and intention to create real transformation.
My mission is to share this knowledge and shape a new generation of specialists committed to results-driven, holistic scalp care.
If you’re ready to grow and master the art of head spa, Tenku™ welcomes you.
Let’s shape the future, together.
Why become a
Tenku® Sleep
Certified Dry Head Spa?
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Tenku Sleep was developed in Japan by leading wellness and sleep specialists. By licensing with us, you gain the right to use a highly respected, trademarked brand that clients trust - especially those seeking authentic, high-touch healing in an increasingly noisy wellness world.
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Wellness evolve - and so does Tenku. As a Certified Tenku Head Spa, you receive:
Ongoing access to updated training content
Priority invitations to advanced masterclasses
Early access to new techniques and tools
Unlimited revisions that keep your knowledge fresh and aligned with industry shifts (Tenku Instructors Only)
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You’re not alone. From pricing strategy to customer experience advice, you’ll have access to:
Direct mentorship
Ongoing feedback and support
Access to private discussion groups and instructor-only resources
You’re building more than skills -you’re building a business.
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When you use the Tenku™ name, you’re telling the world:
✔ Your service is rooted in tradition but refined for modern needs
✔ You have been trained in a standardised, credible technique
✔ You belong to a global network of vetted professionals
✔ You are offering something truly different - a full-body approach to sleep and scalp therapy
This elevates your brand, increases your pricing power, and builds trust faster with clients.
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Licensing ensures:
You remain legally certified to use our trademarked materials
You receive updated certificates each year for display
Clients know they’re in safe, qualified hands
This protects your reputation and ensures a consistent standard across the Tenku global network.
Meet our Tenku® Sleep
Certified Instructors
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Gabbey Newton, Tenku® Sleep Certified Instructor
The Head Spa Perth
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Sam Li, Tenku® Sleep Certified Instructor
Glow & Flow
Causeway Bay, Hong Kong S.A.R.
Certified
Tenku® Sleep Dry Head Spa Locations
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The Head Spa Perth
Perth, Australia
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Glow & Flow
Causeway Bay, Hong Kong S.A.R.
