Traditional Gua Sha Therapy in NYC Chinatown
Traditional gua sha: a smooth-edged tool is drawn along oiled skin over the back, shoulders and neck to work through tightness. A long-standing Chinatown therapy, often combined with tuina or cupping.
Who it suits
- Tight, heavy shoulders and upper back
- That run-down feeling after a long stretch of work
- Guests who already know gua sha from home
- Pairing with cupping or tuina in one visit
What happens in the room
Arrive & consult
Settle in, change footwear, and tell your therapist where it hurts and how firm you like the pressure.
Step 1
Check-in on your skin and health, and where you feel tight
Step 2
Oil applied, then gua sha strokes along the back, shoulders and neck
Step 3
Light massage to finish and aftercare advice
Finish & aftercare
We finish with warm water, simple aftercare advice for at home, and card or phone payment at the front desk.
Every step can be adjusted to your comfort — ask your therapist to ease off or pause at any time.
Book this treatmentCommon questions
Will it leave red marks?
Reddish marks along the strokes are normal and usually fade within a few days. Tell us if you have an event coming up and we work lighter.
Does it hurt?
It feels like firm scraping pressure, warm rather than sharp. Pressure is adjustable at any moment — say the word.
Who should avoid gua sha?
Tell us first if you are pregnant, on blood thinners, sunburnt, or have broken or very sensitive skin — we will suggest a massage instead.
Do I need an appointment, or can I walk in?
Walk-ins are welcome when a room is free, but Chinatown gets busy in the evenings and at weekends. Booking online takes under a minute and holds your time.
How do I get there by subway?
We are a short walk from the Canal Street station complex in Manhattan Chinatown. Scan the route code on this page to open walking directions on your phone.
How much is a traditional gua sha therapy in Chinatown?
Our Chinatown traditional gua sha therapy is priced per session. The price and duration are listed on this page and the booking page shows the same number before you confirm — no package required.
Do I need to book, or can I walk in?
Walk in whenever a room is free. Evenings and weekends are busier, so booking online or calling ahead helps.
What are your hours?
Open daily · 10:30 AM – 11:00 PM
How do I get to your Chinatown store by subway?
We are at 139 Centre St #7A, New York, NY 10013, about a one-minute walk from the Canal St subway station. Scan the walking-route code on the page to open directions on your phone.
Do prices include a tip, and how can I pay?
Listed prices cover the service itself; a tip is welcome but never required. Cards and tap-to-pay on phones are accepted in store.
Do you speak Chinese and English?
Yes — our team serves guests in Mandarin, Cantonese and English.
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