Books
Welcome to Sayoshi Books, a self-publishing imprint devoted to producing books about Japanese acupuncture, moxibustion, and related topics. More than a traditional publisher, Sayoshi Books functions as a book coaching service, guiding authors through the self-publishing process.
We share the hard-learned lessons of self-publishing, helping authors publish with confidence and professionalism. Unlike conventional publishers, we empower you to retain full control of your book while providing expert guidance at every stage—from manuscript development to book launch. Whether you’re an aspiring or established author, we offer personalised support to ensure a smooth and successful publishing experience.
RHYTHMIC MOXIBUSTION
A groundbreaking exploration of rhythmic moxibustion methods from Japan using Ontake Warm Bamboo, integrating traditional knowledge with innovative applications for pain relief and systemic balance.
JAPANESE DERMATOME MOXIBUSTION
An exploration of the dermatome moxibustion system developed by two twentieth-century Japanese masters: Kurakichi Hirata and Yoshio Manaka.
Repurposed for contemporary practice with Ontake Warm Bamboo, this practical guide will teach you to create immediate and powerful therapeutic effects.
THE SECOND EDITION
First published in 2012, this landmark book on moxibustion quickly became a classic. It explored the roots of the practice and connected traditional East Asian wisdom with cutting-edge scientific research.
Now in its second edition, it introduces a bold new theory of how moxibustion works and offers fresh treatment strategies for stubborn, hard-to-treat conditions. With fifty new pages on transient receptor potential ion channels (TRPs), how moxibustion influences them, and new clinical trials from the Moxafrica Project, this edition marks a major step forward in our understanding of this ancient therapy.
A STUDY COMPANION BOOK
A practical companion to Moxa in Motion, this dynamic workbook makes learning Ontake moxibustion accessible and engaging. With quizzes, colouring diagrams, bonus content, and scannable video links, it offers a clear, hands-on path to mastering key techniques and clinical strategies.
A STUDY COMPANION BOOK
A practical companion to Hirata Zone Therapy, this workbook makes learning the Hirata moxa system fast and accessible. With quizzes, worksheets, colouring diagrams, and extended content, it helps you memorise the twelve zones, apply Manaka’s frequencies, and master key protocols like the Bamboo Mini and back balancing treatments.
NEW RELEASES
Coming Soon in 2025
Sayoshi Books has an exciting year ahead, with a dynamic lineup of new releases and translations. From groundbreaking explorations of moxibustion and acupuncture techniques to long-awaited second editions, 2025 will see the launch of Manaka Made Simple, Restoring Order in Health and Chinese Medicine, and The Lost Art of Jôsetsu-Hô Moxibustion. In addition, our Project Babel initiative is bringing Moxa in Motion to a global audience with translations in French, Spanish, Japanese, Portuguese, and Bahasa Indonesia. With meticulous editing, striking cover designs, and carefully crafted launch strategies, Sayoshi Books is committed to helping these titles reach the practitioners and readers who need them most. Stay tuned for updates!
THE SECOND EDITION
Led by renowned scholar and clinician Dr Stephen Birch, Restoring Order is an all-encompassing investigation into the nature of qi and how its regulation underpins effective acupuncture. With contributions from an international group of accomplished practitioners, the book explores the development of the channels, the dynamics of qi, and how classical principles can be applied to restore balance in contemporary clinical practice.
FINDING EFFECTIVE MOXA POINTS
The groundbreaking guide to jōsetsu-hō, the forgotten art of finding effective moxa points using string measuring.
Translated into English for the first time, Felip Caudet’s richly illustrated book revives the techniques of Japan’s old masters and offers clear, step-by-step instructions for integrating them into modern clinical practice.
THE LONG-AWAITED MANAKA MANUAL
Co-written by an international team of experienced teachers and clinicians, Manaka Made Simple brings Dr Manaka’s four-step protocol to life. This practical manual demystifies his diagnostic and treatment strategies, translating complex theory into clear, hands-on guidance for students and practitioners of Japanese acupuncture.
Coming later in 2025
Moxa in Motion is expanding worldwide! This groundbreaking book on rhythmic moxibustion is now being translated into French, Spanish, Japanese, Portuguese, and Indonesian. Bring the power of Ontake into your clinic in your native language!
FRANÇAIS
Moxa in Motion se déploie dans le monde entier ! Ce livre révolutionnaire sur la moxibustion rythmée est actuellement en cours de traduction en français, espagnol, japonais, portugais et indonésien. Faites entrer la puissance de l’Ontake dans votre clinique, dans votre langue maternelle !
ESPAÑOL
Moxa in Motion se está expandiendo por todo el mundo. Este innovador libro sobre la moxibustión rítmica ahora se está traduciendo al francés, español, japonés, portugués e indonesio. ¡Lleva el poder de Ontake a tu clínica en tu idioma!
PORTUGUÊS
Moxa in Motion está se expandindo pelo mundo! Este livro inovador sobre moxabustão rítmica está sendo traduzido para francês, espanhol, japonês, português e indonésio. Traga o poder do Ontake para a sua clínica no seu idioma!
日本語
『Moxa in Motion（動くもぐさ）』が、ついに世界へ！
この革新的なリズム灸法の書籍は現在、フランス語、スペイン語、日本語、ポルトガル語、インドネシア語に翻訳中です。
母国語で学べる「御嶽（オンタケ）の力」を、ぜひあなたの治療に活かしてください
BAHASA INDONESIA
Moxa in Motion kini mendunia! Buku revolusioner tentang moksibusi ritmis ini sedang diterjemahkan ke dalam bahasa Prancis, Spanyol, Jepang, Portugis, dan Indonesia. Rasakan kekuatan Ontake di klinik Anda—dalam bahasa ibu Anda!
Special Interest
In 2024, we had the opportunity to republish a book that has nothing to do with our usual focus on Japanese traditional medicine—something personal to Oran and his sister: our Mum’s autobiography.
A FAMILY PROJECT
Ruth Jordan’s award-winning autobiography is a vivid, witty, and poignant account of her childhood in British Mandate Palestine. Growing up in a seaside suburb of Haifa, she paints a portrait of a nation in its formative years, navigating the struggles and transformation that led to statehood.
First published in 1982, this timeless memoir is more relevant than ever today, offering a fresh perspective on Palestine through the eyes of someone who was actually there.