Taipei｜Honkawa Yōsei Gosho｜Vale-massagem

I’ve returned to Honkawa multiple times, and the service has always been consistently excellent. If you’re looking for personalized care, I highly recommend male staff No. 66, Xiaoyou. He’s incredibly service-minded, attentive to your body’s needs, and delivers a massage that feels truly tailored—not just routine. What sets him apart is his focused work on the pelvic area, glutes, and calves. He applies steady, thoughtful pressure to release deep-seated tension around the hips and surrounding muscles—areas that are often overlooked, but make a huge difference in how your lower body feels afterward. The hot towel process is another highlight. He uses warm towels after the cupping session to soften tight areas, improve circulation, and add a deep sense of comfort and care that lingers long after the massage ends. Whether it’s your first visit or one of many, I believe Xiaoyou will always give 110%. Highly recommended.

第一次在這裡做足部按摩，絕對物超所值！ 那位理著平頭、戴著細框眼鏡的男服務人員，沉穩專注的氣質與他的手法相得益彰。他用雙手精準而有意識地按摩，揉開了我走遍城市每一步的疲憊。我的雙腳從痠痛變得輕盈。 拔罐療程是另一個亮點。他細心地事先塗抹了精油和一些乳霜，讓整個過程更順暢舒適。痠痛和緊繃感就這樣融化消失了。 強烈推薦這個地方！

Highly recommend staff #98 (A guy with dreadlocks)! I only had to briefly mention the areas that needed attention, and he somehow knew exactly where to focus to relieve the tightness in my shoulders, shoulder blades, and armpits. I’m the kind of person who prefers deep pressure, but it has to be skillful—not just forceful or heavy-handed. Staff #98’s technique is not for the faint of heart—he pinpointed the knots in my tight areas and worked through them with just the right amount of pressure. So if you like your massages on the stronger side, don’t miss out on booking him!

I booked a session on Saturday night, and the place was packed—almost a full house. It’s clearly a go-to spot among both locals and tourists, with conversations in Japanese, Korean, and English filling the space. What I appreciated most was the masseur’s attention to my shoulders. I could feel the adhesions in the fascia being broken up, and the restricted layers gradually freeing up—I suppose this is what’s called 撥筋 in Chinese. It worked wonders for the deep-seated tension I’ve built up from my sedentary job. By the end, my shoulders felt so much lighter and more mobile and I left feeling amazing—it was exactly what I needed after a long week.

A combinação de massagem de tecidos profundos e ventosaterapia foi um verdadeiro alívio. Embora a pressão aplicada pelo massagista tenha sido um pouco forte e intensa, os nós teimosos nas minhas costas, cintura e ombros foram completamente desfeitos. Após a sessão de ventosaterapia, senti uma profunda sensação de exaustão, quase como se tivesse sofrido um acidente de carro. Mas, ao mesmo tempo, houve uma onda de alívio — uma sensação de que o peso e a tensão tinham sido levantados. Se você sofre frequentemente de tensão e rigidez muscular, recomendo vivamente este lugar — vai além da típica massagem relaxante.

What a hidden gem in Ningxia Night Market! The service here is consistently great. Never have my back, armpits, and lower back been so thoroughly worked on before. I highly recommend staff members #32 and #98 (the guy with dreadlocks) to anyone who enjoys a personalized massage. Not to mention, cupping and scraping are complimentary, so make sure to ask for those as they will definitely elevate the entire experience.

The environment is very clean and comfortable, and both the therapists and reception staff are kind and friendly. The massage itself was exceptional; every press hit the acupoints perfectly. Although it was sore and painful during the massage, and my facial expressions were completely out of control, all my fatigue was relieved afterward. The store also thoughtfully provides lockers, so you don't have to carry all your bags around. After the session, there's also health tea available. A small suggestion would be to further optimize the reception process. Otherwise, when business is good, customers needing to change shoes and those resting after their sessions can crowd the reception area, which can be a bit awkward. However, this minor issue doesn't detract from the overall experience. If I'm in the area, I would definitely visit again. Highly recommended! 👍👍👍

They are very sweet, kind and serviceminded! - both the front desk and Ben. They unfortunately do not take credit card, but you can use the app Klook, if you dont have cash. They will also help you with what kind of massage you want (they do speak english). The place is clean, pretty and calming. (+ you get free tea and pants/shirt for the massage). Thank you so much!

It was a truly wonderful experience. The environment is beautiful, and the masseur's strength was just right. It feels like the establishment is very dedicated to maintaining quality. Being able to book via Line is also incredibly convenient. This is definitely a place I'll return to after visiting once. Highly recommended!

My second visit was just as great as the first! This time, the therapist combined cupping and stretching, and while it was incredibly painful at the moment, the results after a few days of reduced swelling were absolutely fantastic. I highly recommend it to everyone!