I came here in 2021 when I first visited Oahu and I was seeking a reliable place that does…read moreacupuncture. When I arrived here, the level of care I received was excellent and the price was super affordable. My neck pain went away after getting treatment here. Fast forward to 2026, I was in need of therapy for my neck again. It is definitely something with long flights and using pillows that I am not used to. Anyways, I should have called for a reservation because it is so busy here. I wasn't able to get the therapy this time, but I wanted to leave this long overdue review. The people here seems to really care about your well-being and treat you with kindness. They are located right next to the Waiola shave ice. There are several parking spaces.

First let me start off by saying she is so sweet and her customer service and care is top tier. She…read morewas constantly making sure me and my other half were comfortable at all times and would encourage us to communicate if we weren't. The acupuncture itself worked for me, but not for my other half. I believe that it is truly dependent on anyone. My neck pain was brutal and almost felt like nerve pain. During the session it wasn't painful, it was a small pinch but nothing anyone can't handle. After we were finished, my neck was so relieved. It was truly like night and day. Regardless of the acupuncture not being for my partner, she said she would go back for just the cupping and not the needles. So I'm sure next time we are in need of either, this will be the place we go back to! The last thing I will say is that making the payment a sliding scale is so wonderful because everyone can experience this depending on their income! Which makes it inclusive which I really like! It says a lot about her as a healer and person. Try it out! Find out for yourself!

Dr. Mei-Lin is amazing!…read more In our quest for parenthood, I stumbled upon Maunakea Acupuncture. My Obgyn said to just continue trying and come back in a year if nothing happens. Me (being my impatient self) wanted to explore other possibilities. I'm still young and relatively healthy, so I was looking for a naturopathic option. She did an extensive consultation and walked me through the plan before we started acupuncture. She asked about things like my diet, lifestyle, and gave me great advice on what I should/shouldn't do. The next appointment was scheduled for acupuncture. I'm not sure if it was the timing or the stars just aligned. I immediately got pregnant after the first session! A pregnancy test confirmed it a month later on Father's Day. I saw her religiously during the first trimester and sparingly throughout my pregnancy. Based off my pulse, she was able to identify the baby's gender and confirmed we're having a boy! Now, a year later, we have a healthy and happy baby boy! I still see her once a month post partum to help my body heal. Thank you Dr. Mei-Lin! PS She also helped fix my reoccurring knee and ankle pains Thanks for reading my reviews! Let me know what I should try next!

Maunakea Acupuncture located in the Kuakini Medical Building on the 8th floor. Locally owned and…read moreoperated. Dr. Mei-Lin L has a Doctorate in Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine and Herbology. I really appreciate her because she explains everything in detail before and during treatment. What she does is an awesome alternative to Traditional Western Medicine. Treatments leave me feeling relaxed and calm. Highly recommend Cupping in addition to the Acupuncture treatment for best results. Highly recommended

Been going to Dr. Au for many years for acupuncture. He is kind, gentle and effective. Not to…read moremention, AFFORDABLE! Bring cash.

I've been really curious about Chinese preventative medicine for a bit now and when my friend said…read morethat she was having some back pain, we decided to stop by Chinese Herbs & Acupuncture together. We did call ahead to make an appointment, but I believe that he may also do walk-ins. To start off, you fill out a form with your basic information and main concerns that you want to work on. Then, Dr. Au takes you into his office for a short consultation. He will ask you about what you listed on your form and ask questions to best pin-point your issues. He will also take your blood pressure and pulse. He can tell a lot about your body simply from taking your pulse. I'm really not a needle person so I was a bit anxious but it really wasn't painful. He even connected the needles to electiccurrent and it's a weird feeling at first but it ends up feeling like a deep tissue massage. Everything is clean and while it may not be a bougie spa vibe-- it's still very comfortable. I walked out drinking the Dr. Au kool-aid. I will be back and will be recommending to anyone and everyone.

for 6 months my shoulder on the left side has had a tight knot. After 2 treatments…read more I gained back mobility and the knot isnt as tight. After 5 treatments my range of motion has improved and the knot isnt as sore. Dr. Annie doesn't treat the symptoms, she treats the root cause and administers true relief.

Dr Annie is awesome. I initially came in because of debilitating headaches. I was missing a lot of…read morework and she was able to get my pain level down in just a few sessions. She listened and we figured out that my left side was holding tension. She suggested I changed my sleeping positions and I started using a neck roll pillow to sleep. Booking an appointment is super easy. I've called or messaged them over text. The two girls at the front are super sweet. I highly recommend seeing Dr. Annie. She is the best!

Update review: I saw Phi Lan for a few months to treat my migraines. I was having them 1-2 times…read moreper week, and could be debilitating, depending on how severe they were. After the course of treatment, I now only get them maybe once a month or two! A HUGE improvement if you ask me. One particular treatment where I had an active migraine, I could literally feel the pain leave my head as she moved the needles down to transition their flow (prickly sensation) to my feet- it was WILD. Not only did she help reduce my head pain and frequency significantly, but she always presented a very warm and welcoming environment. I'm not entirely a fan of needles, but she eased me into it, and ensured I was comfortable thru out the process (the heated bed helps). She always asked how each needle felt, if it needed more or less pressure, and offered to check in on me halfway thru the treatment. She also did some cupping, which was new to me, and help ease the tension coming down my neck and shoulders. Front desk staff are nice too, they remember you after a few treatments. Definitely recommend Phi Lan for any migraine treatment! She's the best!

I came to Phi Lan after a car accident, dealing with severe whiplash, a broken arm, and a lot of…read morestress. From the very first session, I felt like she treated me as a whole person--not just a list of symptoms. Over the course of several sessions, she not only helped relieve the pain in my neck, back, and arm, but also gave me practical tools to manage stress and learn how to truly relax. That made a huge difference in my healing process. Her approach is thoughtful, attentive, and genuinely caring. If you're looking for someone who goes beyond just treating the immediate issue and supports your overall well-being, I highly recommend her

I just got a call after being on the waitlist for 8 months, and told they're "going down the list"…read moreto reach out to waitlisted people. I was essentially told I had to decide that minute (like literally THAT MINUTE) if I would accept an upcoming appointment in a few weeks. I'm in treatment with a different acupuncturist - it's been 8 months after all - and I needed a moment to think about this. I wanted to review my care plan and goals after not hearing from this practice for so long. Very much caught off guard. I asked if I could have time to think (I wanted about an hour), and was told no - I would need to decide right then THAT MINUTE - and she needed to proceed down the waitlist. I felt extremely pressured to make a decision on the spot, in a very vulnerable aspect of health care - fertility and women's health. I was about to say yes, and then after thinking about it for the three seconds I had and how unprofessional this all felt - my answer turned to a hard "no." This practice made me feel like a mark, a number, an insignificant person on a list to get through until they hit their client booking goals. In spite of how talented a healer Edie Uchida might be, this policy is unfair and the person delivering this info, very cold.

Edie is the absolute best! This review is quite long, so if you're short on time and just want a…read moreconcise and honest review, skip to the last paragraph. Otherwise, get comfortable! Edie is hands down the best, and I know this because I have happy and healthy 3-month-old twin girls thanks to her! My OBGYN, who is also my IVF doctor, affectionately calls my girls the "miracle babies." I'm a 42-year-old woman who has been battling endometriosis, an autoimmune disease, and years of infertility (around 7 years total). Before seeing Edie, I had undergone 2 laparoscopies and a hysteroscopy for my endometriosis. I also took 3 cycles of Clomid, which unfortunately resulted in a miscarriage. I attempted 3 more cycles of Clomid, but those attempts were unsuccessful as well. Additionally, I had 3 unsuccessful IUI attempts and a single failed round of IVF. My first round of IVF involved retrieving 7 eggs, but only 4 were viable, and only 3 of those made it to embryos. Considering my age, health history, and the lower grading of the embryos, all 3 were transferred. Unfortunately, none of them implanted. Enter Edie! I started seeing her in June 2023, 2-3 times a week. After overcoming several challenges with hormonal imbalances and cysts, which Edie effectively managed, I underwent my egg retrieval in October 2023. Before the retrieval, my doctor monitored my follicles and provided guidance to Edie on the necessary interventions. For instance, during an ultrasound to assess follicle count and growth, one side had larger follicles compared to the other. I informed Edie about this at my next appointment, and she adjusted the treatment plan. At my following ultrasound, both sides had evened out. I was fortunate enough to retrieve 8 viable eggs, with 7 of them successfully developing into 3-day embryos. This was more than double the number I had previously achieved, and the quality of the embryos was significantly improved. I continued to see Edie until my embryo transfer in January 2024. Immediately following my transfer, I saw her for a special treatment to help the implantation process. After my previous IVF cycle failed, I was cautiously optimistic but started experiencing period symptoms about a week later. I was certain it wasn't working, but Edie remained positive and said, "I feel like it worked." I appreciated her optimism, but I was certain my period was coming. Two weeks after my transfer, I received my positive beta results! She was right! I discovered I was having twins, and due to my age, medical history, and the fact that I was having twins, I was at high risk. As a result, I was recommended to be on modified bed rest for the first trimester. The only places I visited during that time were my doctor's and Edie's appointments. Not only did Edie help me conceive and maintain my pregnancy, but she also provided support during my severe morning sickness, which persisted throughout my pregnancy. She also helped alleviate symptoms of a flare-up with my UC and treated all my pregnancy symptoms. Additionally, she offered support after losing my little brother to cancer when I was six months pregnant. Edie helped manage my anxiety, heartbreak, and sleep during that extremely difficult time! Unfortunately, I had to stop seeing her around 34 weeks, which I believe ultimately contributed to my preeclampsia. At 38 weeks (full term), I managed to deliver two beautiful girls, both weighing a healthy 6.5 pounds each! Edie is truly amazing! I genuinely mean that! She cares deeply about her patients, and I honestly believe that if it weren't for her help, knowledge, and genuine care, my girls wouldn't be here today. And while this may sound cliché, after seeing her for so long, I miss her because she became a friend to me. If there's only one thing you take away from this review, when you visit Edie, please fully trust her and the process. She knows what she's doing! My advice to you: Take the herbs and supplements, follow the diet, wear the patches, listen to her advice, and visit her as often as possible. It's actually quite incredible to see the difference she can make to your body and overall health. I still can't believe I have 2 amazing, happy, and healthy girls because of her. I will forever be grateful for everything she has done for me!

I had an amazing facial with Akiko today at Hawaii Natural Therapy. She was incredibly kind,…read moreprofessional, and very good at what she does. The treatment was relaxing and my skin feels great afterward. The place was clean, comfortable, and easy to access with convenient parking. I had a great experience and would highly recommend it!

I've spent the last 7+ years traveling the world for work, trying to find someone who could…read moreactually fix the painful chronic knot behind my shoulder blade. I've been to therapists in LA, NY, Thailand, Seoul, and Japan, but I always left feeling like they were just scratching the surface. Hawaii Natural Therapy recommended Ashley S. to me to address these issues and she is hands down the best I've ever worked with. She is a total professional with a "quiet strength" that I really appreciated and made me feel completely comfortable & at ease, which let me actually relax despite the good pain! What blew me away was her intuition. I feel like she instinctively knew exactly where to go and didn't just chase the symptoms or the transferred pain; but rather went straight for the root of the issue. She has the kind of strength that is rare to find, and uses it with so much control and technique. I did a 90-minute session with cupping, and a week later, my entire body feels significantly lighter. That decade-old knot is practically on its way out the door. I'll be seeing her regularly from now on every time I'm back home, and I'm already recommending her to everyone I know. If you need someone who truly understands the body and has the strength to back it up, go see Ashley. I cannot recommend her enough! 12/10 P.S. A huge shoutout to the front desk receptionist for being so quick and helpful with my initial inquiry. You guys nailed the recommendation--thank you for introducing me to Ashley!

By far Dr. Tim is the best acupuncturist I have seen. He is so caring and concerned about my…read morehealth. He takes time to diagnose my symptoms. When he applied needles, he takes his time to do measurements according to my main complaint. He is so patient and never rush to perform his job and he Listens to my concerns each time I come to see him that makes me appreciate Dr. Tim is genuinely care for his patients' well being . He also prescribes Chinese herbs for my needs beside from giving acupuncture. I feel very grateful to have such a knowledgeable, skillful and experienced acupuncture doctor like Dr. Tim. The clinic is so peaceful and tidy that I feel calm to receive my treatment. And the plus is Dr. Tim offers a senior discount that really help a lot of my budgeting. Highly recommended Dr. Tim to whom need a great acupuncturist.

Dr. Tim is very talented and he treats us with his passion and care. He understands what our bodies…read moreneed. Highly recommend him.

Never felt so relaxed and calming in a long time. Maire caring energy if felt in the office as soon…read moreas you walk in. Mahalo and god bless.

Perfect place for acupuncture for modern, hip people like me!! This office is so cool...the…read moreworldly, boho décor has a relaxing, spa-vibe because of the Zen background music and sounds of the pattering water from the fountain. I enjoyed my first acupuncture session from Maire so much, I continue to go. She is so highly skilled, knowledgeable, and patient. I like how she really pays attention to what my needs are and always provides great, natural health suggestions before I leave. I totally recommend checking this place out if you seek a natural alternative to healing, like acupuncture or cupping. I love the ease and convenience of the online appointment booking here.

Excellent, caring, gentle and effective acupuncture by Nancy Lin and well/carefully prepared…read moreChinese herbs by Gary Lin. Have been going to Hou Ren Tong for decades where the Lin ohana has treated successive generations of our ohana. These are trusted and treasured practitioners with vast knowledge and experience.

This was my second time going here for cupping! I will have to say it is hands down one of the best…read moreon island! Price is reasonable and affordable compared to other places that do cupping. Also, probably the best technique as well. This is t your average plastic suction cups, this is the real deal! The glass and fire cups!! This is the only type of cupping I like to do! It's like a hole in the wall at the beginning of Chinatown! The first time I went was probably a couple years ago! It was $20 for cupping only. Today it is $25 for cupping only! Very reasonable and affordable! The people there are very nice and when you walk into the shop, it is full of Chinese herbal medicine, pills, and patches!! When I got the cupping, I did a full body because I know I needed it! It felt so good afterwards when they took off the cups! I went in feeling stiff and came out feeling relaxed! I really needed it since my neck and back was hurting! They also put the Chinese white flower oil on my back afterwards too! If you haven't tried, definitely go and try it! The best hands down cupping on island! Just call in advance to make an appointment because they fill up quickly! Also they are only open 4 days of the week so make sure you check and always call, highly recommended!!