“Rest as you wish, be active as you wish”.  It is a very simple way to lead your life, but I feel it is getting harder and harder for many people in today’s world to put into practice.  This is largely due to the brain being incapable of resting because of excessive stimulation and frequent use of smartphones.  Hence, many people find it hard to get deep sleep, feel well-rested, and are constantly feeling physically and mentally exhausted.  In addition to this, resting well is hard without regular exercise of which we are not getting enough, as we catch public transportation and taxis almost everywhere nowadays.  Also, there are many people who suffer from chronic physical pain and fatigue, which keep them from being active.  This includes many of my patients who have injured themselves due to excessive sporting activities. For 28 years, I have been practicing acupuncture and moxibustion which have long been known as alternative medicines in Japan, with the conviction that they are beneficial treatments to ensure a healthy mind and body.  I also offer a variety of other therapies that have proven to be effective based on past clinical experiences. ​While a certain level of progress in reaching client’s physical and mental health goals during various therapies are expected, significant improvements can be made with patient’s collaboration and determination with a positive, growth mindset to continue working on their health outside of the clinic appointments. Our bodies undergo changes as we age, occasionally these changes are unwanted or painful ones, which often affect our mental state as well.  For this reason, it is important to not neglect physical and mental disorders, to not be satisfied with temporary relief of pain, and to build a body with a strong immune system and self-healing abilities. I look forward to helping with your needs, conditioning your body, and to provide you with ongoing holistic maintenance.  Daisuke Tazawa Director at BODYWORKS AZABU