THE FUNC APPROACH
Western science.
Eastern insight.
Japanese precision.
A thoughtful, whole-body approach to physical therapy — shaped by clinical training in New York and the attentive care of Japan.
One body. Many connections.
Your breathing, posture, nervous system, strength, and daily habits all influence how you move. We look at these connections to understand the factors contributing to your symptoms and build an individualized plan.
- Underlying causes
- Breathing
- Posture
- Nervous system
- Movement
- Long-term resilience
Western clinical science
Thorough assessment, clear clinical reasoning, and hands-on treatment grounded in evidence-informed practice.
Eastern perspective
We consider posture, breathing, and the whole person as connected parts of recovery.
Japanese attention to detail
Thoughtful communication, customized care, and meticulous follow-up so you feel supported at every step.
Our method.
ASSESS
Listen, test, and identify movement patterns.
RESTORE
Address pain, restore options, and reconnect movement.
BUILD
Develop strength, capacity, and confidence.
What we look at.
Movement
How you move and where it feels limited.
Posture
Alignment and position in different tasks.
Breathing
Breathing mechanics and coordination.
Strength
Muscle performance and functional capacity.
Mobility
Joint movement and soft-tissue flexibility.
Nervous system
Sensitivity and movement coordination.
Sleep & recovery
Rest quality and your recovery routines.
Work, sport & lifestyle
The demands and goals that matter to you.
U.S. TRAINING. INDIVIDUALIZED CARE IN TOKYO.
Knowledge learned in the U.S.
Applied to the way you move.
Our care draws on knowledge and hands-on skills learned in the United States, including coursework with the Institute of Physical Art and Postural Restoration Institute. We integrate these perspectives with your assessment and goals.
IPA · U.S. COURSEWORK
Institute of Physical Art
Functional Manual Therapy®
IPA’s approach connects joint and tissue mobility, muscle coordination, and the control of everyday movement. It brings hands-on assessment and treatment together with active movement training.
In your session: we consider how mobility and muscle control work together, then connect hands-on care with movement practice relevant to your daily life.
PRI · U.S. COURSEWORK
Postural Restoration Institute
Breathing, posture & asymmetry
PRI’s educational approach considers the relationships between breathing, postural adaptations, and the body’s natural left–right differences.
In your session: this perspective informs how we assess breathing, rib cage and pelvic position, and movement habits, and how we select individualized exercises.
Our treatment plan brings these learning experiences together with clinical judgment and your individual needs.
MEET THE FUNC APPROACH
Licensed in Japan. Trained in New York.
Japanese-licensed physical therapy, shaped by clinical training in New York and continuing education in the United States.
We apply knowledge and skills learned through Institute of Physical Art and Postural Restoration Institute coursework to individualized care in Tokyo.
Japanese PT
License
Institute of Physical Art
U.S. coursework
Postural Restoration Institute
U.S. coursework
Consultations
In English
Hands-on
when helpful.
Manual therapy to address discomfort, improve mobility, and create opportunities for better movement.
Active when
it matters.
Targeted exercise to build strength, control, and confidence you can take into daily life.
The goal is independence.
Understand your body
Clear explanations so things make sense.
Know what to do
Practical strategies for daily life.
Return to what matters
Build toward the activities you value.
Stay resilient
Tools and habits for long-term progress.
Experience a more thoughtful approach.
One-to-one care, shaped around you.