Most Massages Feel Too Light
For those who regularly ask for more
pressure and deeper work.
Persistent Tension
For stiff shoulders, lower back tension,
heavy legs, and stubborn tightness.
Travel & Active Recovery
Ideal after long flights, skiing, walking,
training, or demanding travel days.
1. Reserve
Send your preferred date, time,
and accommodation via WhatsApp.
2. We Come to You
Your practitioner comes directly
to your hotel room or private residence.
3. Your Treatment
Treatment tailored to your preferred
pressure and areas of tension.
Ryuichiro Hirakawa | 平川 隆一郎
Licensed Japanese Acupuncturist
Deep Tissue & Trigger Point Therapist
Trained in Kyoto and Osaka, Ryuichiro Hirakawa built his foundation in Japanese acupuncture and bodywork before completing advanced human anatomy training at Shanghai University of Traditional Chinese Medicine. This combination of Japanese technique and anatomical training shapes his precise, anatomy-based approach to treatment.
His experience includes treating NBA players, Olympic athletes, international executives, and guests from around the world. Ryuichiro is the founder of TRUE PRESSURE HOKKAIDO and CEO of a Sapporo-based healthcare company providing home-visit acupuncture and medical massage services.
Every TRUE PRESSURE HOKKAIDO session
is personally provided by Ryuichiro.
Affiliations
Japan Society of Acupuncture and Moxibustion
Sapporo Chamber of Commerce and Industry
Hokkaido Triathlon Union
Publications
・Hokkaido Is Harder on Your Body
Than It Looks.
・The First Book to Read When It Becomes
Difficult for Parents to Visit the Hospital.
Full-body deep tissue & trigger point work.
JPY 52,000 (approx. USD 335)
Extended full-body deep tissue for multiple areas.
JPY 65,000 (approx. USD 420)
Available with 90- and 120-minute treatments.
Deep, precise bodywork for tired and overworked areas.
Premium arnica oil is used as standard.
Aromatic oil is available upon request.
+ JPY 15,000
Deep pressure. Focused recovery.
Back-to-back private treatments for two guests.
60 min × 2 — JPY 75,000
90 min × 2 — JPY 100,000
Includes an additional 5 minutes per guest.
90 min × 2 Guests— JPY 120,000
Private treatment at your accommodation.
Travel from Sapporo included.
USA | Lead Game Designer
I receive deep tissue treatment more than 30 times a year, and this was exactly what I had been looking for. The treatment was remarkably precise.
Netherlands | Chef
I booked twice during my stay in Sapporo because I wasn’t sure when I would find a practitioner this skilled again. I have experienced bodywork around the world, and this was unlike anything I had experienced before.
USA | University Professor
The treatment combined strength, precision, and sensitivity. I also appreciated the flexibility of having the session brought directly to my accommodation.
Selected comments from international guests of TRUE PRESSURE HOKKAIDO. Some guest details have been withheld for privacy.