Learn about Reiki and Sound Healing
What is Reiki?
Reiki, a Japanese healing practice with a 100-year history, channels universal life energy to promote physical, emotional, and spiritual well-being. As a Reiki Master with Japanese roots, Kaori offers in-person and distant sessions in Honolulu, rooted in the principle that this life force flows through all living beings—humans and animals alike.
This gentle, non-invasive technique supports the body’s natural healing and restores balance. These sessions effectively alleviate pain, improve sleep, and boost immunity for people, while Kaori’s regular feline and canine clients benefit from the same profound relaxation. Because it is so gentle, Reiki is a deeply supportive therapy for those navigating serious health challenges, including cancer or hospice care.
Whether experienced as a standalone session or harmonized with a soothing Sound Bath, Reiki is safe for all ages and perfect for your beloved pets. Embark on a transformative journey toward optimal health and harmony for your entire family.
Note: Reiki is a complementary therapy intended to work alongside, not replace, professional medical or veterinary care.
What is Sound Healing?
Sound healing is an alternative therapeutic approach that uses sound frequencies to promote healing and relaxation. It is based on the principle that everything in the universe is made up of energy that vibrates at different frequencies.
Any instruments that deliver a comfortable sound can be used for sound healing and there are various instruments used for sound healing around the world. Some of the instruments we use for the sessions at our studio in Honolulu are classic crystal singing bowls, clear crystal singing bowls, Tibetan singing bowls, gongs, tuning forks, crystal singing pyramids, crystal harp, chimes, and much more. Our voice is also a great tool to create and transmit healing vibrations that can affect our physical, emotional, and spiritual well-being.
The sound vibrations can also help to balance the energy centers in the body (Chakras), which are believed to correspond to different physical and emotional aspects of the individual.
While sound healing is often used in conjunction with other forms of alternative and traditional medicine, it is important to note that sound healing should not be used as a replacement for conventional medical treatment. It is encouraged to utilize sound healing rather as a complementary approach to support overall health and well-being.
Sound healing doesn't have any side effects and it is available for any age and also great for animals.
Science of Sound Healing
There are several scientific principles behind sound healing. For example, the concept of entrainment refers to the synchronization of two or more rhythmic cycles. When one object is vibrating, it can cause another object to vibrate at the same frequency, which is known as entrainment. This is the principle behind the use of binaural beats, which are two different frequencies played simultaneously in each ear, to induce a particular brainwave state. You can lean more about the reserch of brainwave entrainment and binaural beats.
Another principle is resonance, which refers to the amplification of sound waves when an object vibrates at its natural frequency. This is why different materials produce different sounds when struck or played, and why certain frequencies can have a profound effect on the body. For example, the human body has natural resonant frequencies, and certain frequencies can stimulate the body's healing processes.
Research has shown that sound healing can have a range of health benefits. Some studies have also suggested that sound healing can boost the immune system, enhance brain function, and promote relaxation. Overall, while the science behind sound healing is still being explored and understood, there is evidence to support its effectiveness as a complementary therapy for a variety of health conditions.
Examples of the benefit of Sound Healing
Sound healing with crystal singing bowls is believed to have numerous benefits for both physical and mental health. Here are some examples:
- Reduces stress and anxiety: The soothing sounds of crystal singing bowls have been shown to calm the nervous system and reduce stress and anxiety.
- Improves sleep: Sound healing can improve the quality of sleep by helping to relax the mind and body, reducing stress and tension that can interfere with restful sleep.
- Promotes relaxation: The vibrational energy of crystal singing bowls can help to release tension in the body, promoting relaxation and a sense of well-being.
- Boosts the immune system: Sound healing can stimulate the immune system, helping to promote healing and prevent illness.
- Enhances focus and clarity: Crystal singing bowls can help to improve mental clarity, focus, and concentration, making it easier to stay on task and be productive.
- Relieves pain: Sound healing can be used to relieve physical pain by reducing inflammation, promoting circulation, and stimulating the release of endorphins.
- Balances the chakras: Crystal singing bowls are often used in chakra balancing, helping to align and balance the energy centers in the body, promoting overall health and well-being.
Sound healing is a powerful tool for promoting physical and mental health, and many people have reported profound benefits from incorporating it into their wellness routine.
Tuning Forks
A tuning fork is a fork-shaped acoustic resonator used in many applications. It is a powerful instrument to use for a sound bath, Reiki energy healing practice, and your sound healing journey for its pure consistent sound that can help to balance and restore the body's natural frequencies. When struck, it vibrates at a specific frequency, which creates a tone that can be used to stimulate each chakra, specific hormones and neurotransmitters. Applications range from body pain relief, relaxation, and rejuvenating one’s body and mood during grief and depression.
Tingsha
Tingsha is a type of cymbal that is traditionally used in Tibetan Buddhism for meditation, healing, and ceremonial purposes. They consist of two small metal plates that are connected by a leather cord. It's made of high-quality bronze or brass, and handcrafted by skilled artisans in Nepal, Tibet, or India. They produce a clear, high-pitched sound that is believed to have a calming and balancing effect on the body and mind. It's also a great tool to focus the mind, and to clear the energy of a space. It is one of the most essential instruments to add to sound healing sessions. It is a great instrument to use in the beginning and the end of the session of a sound bath, Reiki energy healing and other energy healing.
Gong
Gongs are a type of percussion instrument that have been used for centuries in various cultures for music, ceremony, and healing purposes. The sound of a gong is created by striking the metal surface with a mallet or using a specialized technique to produce a sustained vibration. During a sound bath, the sound and vibration of the gong can have a profound effect on our physical and emotional state. Its vibration can stimulate the body's natural healing processes, helping to reduce stress and tension, promote relaxation, and improve circulation. It can also help to balance the body's energy centers (chakras), promoting a sense of overall well-being.
Biosonics tuning forks
Available to purchase at our studio
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Body Tuners Set of “C256 & G384”
This set is the most powerful tuning fork combination which creates a “perfect fifth” and opens the gateway for healing and higher consciousness. Listening to these two different tones, your body makes one tone, bringing your whole nervous system to balance and integrating your mind and body. Within 30 seconds (the same amount of time it takes to stretch a muscle), you can achieve a state of unification and deep relaxation, which might take 45 minutes to reach through meditation.
This handy and lightweighted set will be your perfect first tuning fork for your sound healing practice
Tuner “Otto 128” (Weighted)
Directly used on the body to help align your physical structure. It resonates with the bones, stimulates the nerves, and releases tension from the body. Vibrating your bones with deep earth tones, brings a sense of deep relaxation and soothing peace. It relieves muscle tension, spasms, pain, and improves circulation by relaxing constricting muscle tissue and causing increased blood flow.
Crystal Tuner Original Crystal Tuner “Earth”
With a frequency tuned to the pulsation of the Earth, the Crystal Tuner amplifies the healing power of crystals through sonic vibration. Enhancing a crystal’s ability for light conduction and powerful sound healing, when tapped on a crystal, this tuning fork forms a bridge between Heaven and Earth. When you lightly hold the Crystal and Crystal Tuning Fork, a pulsating wave moving between the tuning fork and crystal may be felt. Clear crystal quartz is available to purchase separately.
Concert Balls
These wonderful concert balls enable one person to hold up to 5 tuning forks by themselves and help operating your sound bath or any form of sound healing practice in ease.
After a yoga class or massage, you can hold the ball in one hand with the string securely tied around your wrist, then you can tap with the biggest fork in the other hand. Great for people who have difficulty holding the forks between their fingers, especially for long periods of time. Excellently handcrafted in Germany. This product is sold as a single concert ball. The color may vary.