Israel has a surprisingly deep Asian wellness scene. Thai massage studios operate in most major cities, Chinese medicine clinics are a fixture in Tel Aviv and Jerusalem, Japanese head spas have emerged as a fast-growing niche, and acupuncture practitioners trained in East Asia see patients across the country. Whether you’re after a recovery session after army service, a couples treatment, or a TCM consultation for a chronic condition, the options have never been broader.
This guide covers the landscape by tradition and city. For the full searchable listing, see our Asian businesses directory.
Thai Massage#
Thai massage is the most common Asian wellness modality in Israel, with dozens of studios run by Thai practitioners across Tel Aviv, Haifa, Jerusalem, and beyond. Traditional Thai massage (nuad boran) uses no oil — the therapist uses hands, elbows, knees, and feet to stretch and compress along energy lines. Oil massage, foot reflexology, herbal compress, and hot stone treatments are commonly offered alongside.
Tel Aviv#
Tim Thai Massage — Yirmeyahu, Tel Aviv
A boutique studio on Yirmeyahu Street run by therapist Tabtim (“Tim”), who leads a team of certified Thai practitioners. Known for authentic technique and a relaxed, low-key atmosphere. Booking by phone or WhatsApp.
📍 Yirmeyahu 20, Tel Aviv | timthaimassage.co.il | @timthaimassage | 03-793-1141
Carmel Thai Massage — Carmel Market, Tel Aviv
A well-appointed spa next to Carmel Market offering Thai massage for individuals, couples, groups, and families. Open on Saturdays — one of the few wellness venues that is. The space is larger than a typical studio: multiple treatment rooms, good for pre-arranged group sessions.
📍 Yishkan 43, Tel Aviv | carmelthaimassage.co.il | @carmelthaimassage | 077-303-4102
Thai Massage Center — Ben Yehuda, Tel Aviv
A professional Thai massage centre on Ben Yehuda Street in the heart of central Tel Aviv. Multiple therapists, walk-in friendly.
📍 Ben Yehuda 49, Tel Aviv | thai-massage.co.il | 03-773-3079
Sabai Sabai Thai Spa — Ben Yehuda, Tel Aviv
A specialist spa focused on foot massage, traditional Thai, Swedish, deep tissue, hot stone, herbal compress, and pre/post-natal massage. Historically one of the more comprehensive treatment menus in Tel Aviv’s Thai spa scene.
📍 Ben Yehuda 125, Tel Aviv | sabai-sabai.co.il
Thai Touch — Frishman, Tel Aviv
Original Thai massage on Frishman Street. Small studio, experienced practitioners.
📍 Frishman 18, Tel Aviv | thaithara.co.il | 052-088-6667
KoThai Spa — Bograshov, Tel Aviv
📍 Bograshov 4, Tel Aviv | kothai.co.il | 03-771-5858
Samui Thai Massage — Ben Yehuda, Tel Aviv
Professional Thai massage on Ben Yehuda Street. Walk-ins welcome.
📍 Ben Yehuda 31, Tel Aviv | samui-massage.com | @samuithaimassage_benyehuda31
NUAD Thai Massage — Dizengoff Center, Tel Aviv
Inside Dizengoff Center, staffed by certified Thai therapists. Convenient location for a treatment before or after shopping.
📍 Dizengoff Center, Tel Aviv | nuadthaimassage.net
Chang Thai Massage — King George, Tel Aviv
Traditional Thai massage in the King George Street area, central Tel Aviv.
📍 King George 18, Tel Aviv | 058-555-2841
Bangkok Thai Massage — Florentin, Tel Aviv
Traditional Thai massage rooted in yin-yang principles. In the Florentin/Pinsker neighbourhood.
📍 Pinsker 61, Tel Aviv
Haifa#
Nok Thai Massage — Sderot HaNasi, Haifa
Authentic Thai massage experience in Haifa’s main boulevard area.
📍 Sderot HaNasi 113, Haifa | facebook.com/NokThaiHAIFA | 050-687-9999
YONG Thai Massage — Haifa (women only)
Traditional Thai massage in Haifa — women-only policy.
📍 Palmach 51, Haifa | yong.co.il
Sukanya Thai Massage — Haifa
Professional Thai massage by certified Thai practitioners.
📍 Bat Khen 7, Haifa | 054-973-9237
Feel Thai Massage by Ronalyn — Haifa
📍 Hanita 7, Haifa
GIGI Royal Thai Massage — Haifa
📍 Palmach 51, Haifa
Khao San Road Thai Massage — Herzl, Haifa
📍 Herzl 59, Haifa
Jerusalem#
Original Thai Massage Jerusalem
Traditional and authentic Thai massage studio in central Jerusalem.
Thai Massage Jerusalem
📍 Dorot Rishonim 5, Jerusalem
Outside the Main Cities#
ThaiTime Massage — Netanya
Traditional Thai massage combining yoga, acupressure, energy healing, reflexology, and meditation.
📍 Tel Khai 4, Netanya | thai-time.co.il | @Thaitimemassage
Thai Vibe Massage — Netanya
📍 Netanya
Diamond Thai Massage — Herzliya Pituach
📍 Herzliya | diamondthaimassage.co.il
Smile Thai Massage — Herzliya
📍 HaMa’apilim 39, Herzliya
Rose Gold Thai Massage — Herzliya / Netanya
Professional Thai massage serving both Herzliya and Netanya.
Day Massage — Beer Sheva
A Thai spa in the south with six certified practitioners from Thailand and the Philippines.
Thai Massage Beer Sheva
📍 Hayim Hazaz 8, Beer Sheva
Sala Thai Massage — Multiple locations
A Thai massage chain with branches in Haifa, Rishon LeZion, Jerusalem, and Beer Sheva.
Japanese Head Spa#
The Japanese head spa (ヘッドスパ, headspa) is a relatively new arrival in Israel but has grown quickly. Sessions typically last 45–90 minutes and combine scalp massage, steam treatment, and Japanese-method hair care. Good for stress relief and scalp health — particularly popular with people experiencing hair thinning or scalp sensitivity.
Head Spa Israel — Tel Aviv
The original Japanese head spa brand in Israel. Scalp massage and hair treatment using traditional Japanese methods.
Head Spa Israel — Petah Tikva (branch)
📍 Ezra Gaba’i 3, Petah Tikva | @head.spa.il
OSPA Japanese Head Spa — Modi’in
📍 Modi’in | ospa.co.il
Water Bodywork: Watsu#
WatsuTlv — Tel Aviv
Watsu (water + shiatsu) is an aquatic bodywork method developed in the 1980s based on shiatsu principles: the practitioner moves, stretches, and applies pressure while the client floats in warm water. It is particularly effective for chronic pain, PTSD recovery, and mobility limitations. WatsuTlv offers sessions in central Tel Aviv.
📍 Ben Yehuda 49, Tel Aviv | @watsutlv | 053-948-0064
Acupuncture#
Acupuncture in Israel is practiced both by Chinese-trained practitioners and Israeli therapists certified through local schools. The following offer specifically East Asian-trained or East Asian-led practice.
Tel Aviv Acupuncture & TCM
Run by Joyon Kim from Seoul, Korea. Chinese acupuncture and traditional Chinese medicine in Tel Aviv.
Acupuncture Jerusalem — Jamie Bacharach
Chinese acupuncture, Chinese medicine, herbal medicine, and shiatsu massage in Jerusalem.
Acupuncture Israel — Daniel Feld
Jerusalem-based certified acupuncturist specialising in migraines and fertility.
Oded Giyat Center For Chinese Acupuncture — Tel Aviv
📍 Ya’avets 30, Tel Aviv
Chi Chinese Medicine — Dizengoff Center, Tel Aviv
📍 Dizengoff Center, Tel Aviv
Chinese Health — Tel Aviv
📍 Miriam HaHashmonait 27, Tel Aviv
Keren Or Japanese Acupuncture — Tel Aviv
One of the few practitioners in Israel using specifically Japanese acupuncture technique (gentler needling, thinner gauge, palpation-led diagnosis).
📍 Brodetski 32, Tel Aviv
Traditional Chinese Medicine & Herbal Clinics#
TCM in Israel has expanded well beyond acupuncture. The following clinics offer integrated TCM services including herbal prescriptions, tui na (therapeutic massage), cupping, and moxibustion.
NeiJing Chinese Medicine Clinic — Jerusalem & Tel Aviv
The leading advanced Chinese medicine centre in Israel, with clinics in both Jerusalem and Tel Aviv. Offers the full range of TCM modalities.
Serenity Chinese Medicine — Jerusalem
A specialist TCM centre in Jerusalem offering acupuncture, herbal medicine, and tui na.
Sinteva Chinese Medicine Clinic — Jerusalem
Traditional Chinese medicine clinic in Jerusalem.
The Community Center For Chinese Medicine — Tel Aviv
Acupuncture and herbal medicine on Dubnov Street. Community-oriented pricing and approach.
📍 Dubnov 10, Tel Aviv | kehilaty.com
Daniel Elyakim Chinese Medicine — Tel Aviv
📍 Arlozorov 82, Tel Aviv
Japanese and Chinese Medicine — Tel Aviv
A clinic offering both Japanese and Chinese medicine modalities.
📍 Weissburg 17, Tel Aviv
Patia Traditional Chinese Medicine — Tel Aviv
📍 Kuf Mem 67, Tel Aviv
Dr. Li Hong Pen — Tel Aviv
A practitioner originally from China.
📍 HaBazel 3, Tel Aviv
Sun Tuina — Tel Aviv
Tui na (Chinese therapeutic massage) in Tel Aviv.
📍 Shalom Aleichem 58, Tel Aviv
Ayurveda#
Israeli Center for Ayurveda — Dr. Eran Magon — Tel Aviv
Ayurvedic medicine consultations and treatments in Tel Aviv.
📍 Brodetski 43, Tel Aviv
What to Expect: A Practical Guide#
Thai Massage#
Sessions typically run 60, 90, or 120 minutes. Traditional Thai massage (no oil) is done fully clothed on a mat; oil massage is on a table. Expect:
- Price range: ₪150–₪350 per session depending on length and location
- Booking: Most studios accept walk-ins but WhatsApp booking is common; weekends fill up fast
- Dress code: Loose, comfortable clothing for traditional dry massage; the studio provides a change of clothes for oil treatments
Acupuncture & TCM#
Initial consultations are usually 60–90 minutes; follow-up treatments are 45–60 minutes. Practitioners will take a detailed health history (pulse, tongue diagnosis).
- Price range: ₪250–₪500 for an initial consultation with treatment; follow-ups ₪180–₪350
- Course of treatment: Most conditions require a series of sessions; chronic issues typically 6–10 sessions minimum
- Herbs: Many clinics dispense granule or raw herbs on-site; costs vary
Japanese Head Spa#
Sessions run 45–90 minutes.
- Price range: ₪200–₪450 depending on length and add-ons
- What happens: Consultation about scalp condition, steam application, layered scalp massage, optional hair masking
- Frequency: Once a month is typical for maintenance; weekly for active scalp issues
Watsu#
Sessions are 60–90 minutes in a heated pool. Swimwear required.
- Price range: ₪350–₪600 per session
- Recommended for: Chronic pain, anxiety, trauma recovery, mobility issues
The Full Directory#
This guide covers the main options; our Asian businesses directory lists all wellness and massage businesses in Israel, searchable by city and type.
Looking for Asian food? See the Japanese restaurants guide, Korean restaurants guide, or Asian grocery stores guide.
