REFLEXOLOGY HISTORY - ASIA

In 1913 in Japan, psychologist Dr. Kurakichi Hirata divided the body into horizontal zones – a system of seven regions of the body, that are again divided with twelve zones.

In 1978, in Taiwan, Father Joseph Eugster commenced his practice of reflexology.

In 1982, in Taiwan, the RWO-SHUR Health Institute was founded to promote Father Joseph Eugster’s work.

In 1987, The Philippine Holistic Health Professionals, Inc. held their first national convention in Manila.

In 1994 in New Delhi, India, All India Association of Acupressure Reflexology (AIAAR) became a registered body.

In March 2026, Reflexology in Taiwan goes Mainstream. David Wayte trains selected people to train nurses to practice reflexology. Sufong Tsuang, Director General of the Ministry of Health and Well-Being initiates the inclusion of reflexology training for nurses.