Shiatsu is a form of body-oriented therapy that originated in Japan. It focuses on restoring the energy balance in the body through pressure techniques using the fingers, hands, knees, and elbows. Shiatsu works with the same meridians and pressure points as acupuncture and is based on the life energy (Ki/Chi/Qi) and the body's self-healing ability. It emphasizes understanding the whole person rather than just specific symptoms or problems.