Our Story
At Head Spa, Japanese scalp care and thoughtful hospitality receive equal attention. Founded by Yoshimi Anderson, the spa reflects her years of experience in luxury spa management and international guest services.
A Japanese Perspective on Spa & Hospitality
Yoshimi’s career spans Japan and North America, including luxury spa management experience in Tokyo, Hawaii, Washington, D.C., Las Vegas, and Canada. That background shaped her approach to creating a dedicated Japanese head spa, where specialized treatments are complemented by the comfort and attentive service associated with luxury hospitality.
A Spa Designed With Intention
Rather than adapting conventional salon equipment, Yoshimi selected specialized head spa stations that combine professional shampoo systems with integrated full-body massage chairs. Water therapy, scalp cleansing, and hands-on scalp massage are supported by equipment designed specifically for the experience.
Professional Japanese hair care products from Milbon, HOYU, and yayoi complete the approach. Together, the equipment, products, treatment techniques, and attention to each guest create the distinctive experience Yoshimi envisioned for Head Spa.
OUR APPROACH
Japanese head spa combines several disciplines, including scalp cleansing, hair care, scalp massage, and attentive treatment techniques. While individual approaches vary, the experience is distinguished by the way these elements are brought together.
At Head Spa, Yoshimi’s approach reflects the importance of intentional touch, thoughtful pacing, and continuity throughout a treatment. These qualities can be explored through three Japanese concepts: Tsubo, Yoin, and Meguri.
Each describes a different aspect of the experience, from focused pressure to the lingering impression of a moment and the sense of wellness. Together, they provide a way to understand an approach in which attention is given not only to what happens during a treatment, but also to how each part of the experience relates to the next.
More Than a Treatment
For Yoshimi, the experience extends beyond the treatment bed. Preparation, personal attention, and thoughtful hospitality are equally important parts of welcoming guests to Head Spa. Her background in Japanese spa management and luxury hospitality informs an approach where small details matter, from each guest’s comfort to the opportunity to enjoy tea and a quiet moment afterward.
It is this combination of specialized care and attentive hospitality that shapes the experience Yoshimi has brought to Honolulu.
The Head Spa Experience You Never Knew You Needed.
Explore treatments shaped by skilled touch, scalp care, and thoughtful Japanese hospitality.
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Head Spa Reviews
Everything from the cleanliness to the aesthetics of the spa itself was top notch. Service was impeccable and the attention to detail was spot on. Left feeling pampered and relaxed. I loved the massage chair, which has calves back and arm kneading functions. The head massage itself is unapparelled: from the tingly scalp cleansing to the warm towel on your shoulders.... it was what I needed to end the stressful week! Thank you HEAD SPA - I will 1000% recommend to everyone!
Asami is so nice and welcoming. She addressed the headache, neck and shoulder tension that I was having prior to the head spa. She provided the best scalp massage with the perfect amount of pressure.
I have read about head spas and was excited to finally try it. Maki at Head Spa exceeded my expectations. My head felt so clean and invigorated. The entire experience was so relaxing. Thank you, Maki!
One things though, I always wish that the space would be a little bit more private because I can hear all conversation between the other customers and therapists. The other customers sometimes do not recognize the set up and talk loud or make phone calls and breaks my soothing moment.
Maki is very professional and creates calm, respectful space, which I become very relaxed and feel safe during the treatment session. Her technique is also very reliable and trustworthy as well.
I had a wonderful first experience at the head spa thanks to Maki's outstanding service. She is exceptionally attentive, professional, and detail-oriented. Before we began, she took the time to thoroughly review my preferences and seamlessly adjusted the pressure to my exact liking throughout the session. I highly appreciate her top-tier care and dedication to her clients. I look forward to returning soon and recommending her to others.
Nakaia was amazing! Gentle but just enough pressure to even doze off! It was my first time doing a head spa experience, and I left feeling pampered, relaxed, and cared for.
Parking is right in front, very easy but keep in mind that the lot is quite small and there aren't a lot of options elsewhere since it's located right on King St. When I was waiting I heard other people say that they were having trouble parking so something to keep in mind.
I picked the 60 minute experience and it was everything I wanted and more. It was soooo relaxing. They have Japanese hair products that they wash your hair with and give you a neck/shoulder massage as well while you're lying in a massage chair for true head to toe relaxation. Tara took amazing care of me, she was great and so so kind.
If you're anything like me and like to prepare in advance, you don't need to fully remove your clothes but they do recommend you take the top portion off and use this tube-top thing they provide you with so they can massage your shoulder area. Small earrings are also fine to keep on but I believe you do need to remove any necklaces you have.
I would 100% recommend this to anybody seeking a relaxing experience. You walk away with clean, refreshed hair too!
I think I heard myself snore a few times, but the head massage by Tara was pure bliss!! Even though the massage chair was a bit snug for my big-back Polynesian build, I was completely relaxed and enjoyed every second of it. Let me just say, my scalp and hair feel so clean and soft, it's amazing!!
I can't wait to go back and experience the other services they provide.
Definitely treat yourself, and get with Tara! I know I'll be back!
A girlfriend mentioned that she goes to Head Spa and I was very curious to experience this place because she told me she has gone four times for different services. They specialize in different Japanese Head Spa - Hair quality improvement , Relaxation, Eye Strain Relief, Insomnia, Neck Stiffness along with Delux Head Spa Treatments. You can also get facials. They also give you options to add to your experience like extra neck and shoulder massage, peppermints foot scrub, heating eye mask, hand mask, and delightful facial among other options.
The business was so easy to find on South King St. it's located next door to Baskin and Robin's Ice Cream Shop. There's a lot of parking!
The moment I stepped into Head Spa you immediately relax. It's clean, quiet, spa music is playing and Yoshimi is there to welcome you! She's just the sweetest person.
- my go to technician is Sumi! Peaceful energy and also provides a lot of strong pressure for my sessions!
For the first time I went I decided to try the Relaxation Head Spa and added the Delightful Facial.
Yoshimi has me put my stuff in a locker located next to the door and you can hold onto your key. The technician comes out and helps you get settled into your area. You put your top/shirt and whatever else you have into a basket, and you put on a robe top that snaps at the front exposing your shoulders and neck. You are laid into a massage chair pod and by this time you're ready to just melt. My technician started out with my facial and I would tell you how it went but I fell asleep throughout the whole experience!
After you're done they take you to your chair so you can drink some tea and eat crackers that they give to you at the end which is a wonderful touch.
I went back a second time and treated my son to a Relaxation Head Spa for Boy's Day. He walked out and I knew that he was so relaxed that he needed a moment to sit and have his tea and cookies.
My second time for service my husband also got a Head Spa at the same time and I (requested Sumi) actually ended up buying a membership package. Go to website to see the different memberships offered.
I've gone a third time (Again- Sumi was my technician) for a relaxation Head Spa and again with Sumi for just a Ageless Facial!
I am seriously so hooked.
I highly recommend Head Spa located on S. King St in Honolulu. It's a Diamond!
Nakaia was amazing! I booked a relaxation head spa with an added facial massage and I didn’t want it to end. The pressure was perfect, I felt like I could have fallen asleep but didn’t want to miss out on the massage! Lol
I booked two head spa experiences. Both with Sumi and I loved both of them. She was very professional, courteous and kind. She made sure the temp of the water was just right and the pressure was comfortable for me. I would definitely recommend Sumi and can't wait to enjoy more head spa experiences in the future.
The place is minimalistic and clean. Very quiet as it should be. They give you a hair dryer and tools to do your hair but I chose to air dry. Why har dry and have the noise bother the clients. At least that's what I thought. It's nice that they offer that. After an amazing session wouldn't you want to go home and relax?! I know I did.
Marlow was very kind and gentle. A mother's touch! At the end when you sit at the end of the chair there's still more massage but I loved how she just rubbed my back like you would a baby. It was so nice. I'm coming back for more services.
I am a monthly subscriber since Dec 2025. After experiencing other treatments and technicians, I will opt to select Marlo for my monthly request. My neck/shoulder treatment was extremely relaxing. She worked diligently to eliminate the knot in my right shoulder. The massage chairs were effective on arms and legs. I floated out and had a soundful sleep that evening.









