Rediscover Freedom in Movement
Take control of your movement and reclaim your strength with Sotai Movement from Kiyama Bodyworks, the go-to destination for lasting relief and results.
Okay, wait… What is Sotai?
Sotai is a Japanese movement therapy that helps restore balance and relieve pain by working with the body’s natural movement patterns rather than forcing against them. Unlike traditional methods (massage, chiropractic, physical therapy, etc.) Sotai focuses on gentle, comfortable movements that retrain your nervous system and muscles to work together effortlessly. It’s like a reset button for your neuromuscular system, leaving you feeling lighter, freer, and more at ease.
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How is Sotai different from others?
Unlike traditional bodywork that forcefully corrects misalignments or releases tension through direct pressure, Sotai works with the body's natural movement patterns to restore balance effortlessly. The exercises are low-impact, non-strenuous, and gentle on the joints, making them suitable for all body types. In many cases, Sotai can restore range of motion in less than a minute by guiding the body in the direction of ease rather than pain. For many clients, this approach helps retrain optimal muscle recruitment and positioning, promoting better balance, strength, circulation, and body awareness for long-lasting results.
Experience the Benefits of Sotai!
✔ Instantly increase your range of motion – Move freely and effortlessly.
✔ Improve circulation – Enhance blood flow for better healing and vitality.
✔ Achieve better posture – Naturally align your body for long-term wellness.
✔ Move with ease – Reducing stiffness and tension for smoother movement.
✔ Feel lighter and more balanced – You will feel like you are floating.
✔ Reinforce muscular system naturally – Strengthen without strain or fatigue.
✔ Deeply relaxing – Melt away stress while your body resets.
✔ Minimal effort, maximum results – No forceful stretching or painful techniques.
✔ Pain-free – Gentle yet effective for lasting relief.
Many of our clients feel the benefits within one session. Come see for yourself!
Here is our main service in 4 steps!
In pain?
Welcome into Kiyama Bodyworks!
We will assess the body to identify issues!
Weekly Sotai Session!
To restore movement and ability in painful areas!
Stretching/Strengthening Exercises!
To help aid in the recovery process,
Reinforce the muscle structure
Freedom, Freedom, Freedom!
Here are the other things we offer!
Pre & Post-Surgery Pain Management
Preparing for or recovering from surgery? Support your body’s healing process with specialized bodywork designed to reduce pain, improve mobility, and speed up recovery. Whether you're looking to ease pre-surgery tension, optimize your body for a smoother procedure, or relieve post-surgical discomfort, our personalized approach helps you regain strength and comfort. Book a session today and take a proactive step toward a pain-free recovery!
Book a session now and lets get moving towards a pain free life!
Exercise Optimization for Bigger Gains & Injury Prevention
Maximize your workouts with expert body alignment and movement optimization! Using principles from Sotai and real client experience, I help you improve form, prevent injuries, and unlock greater strength and mobility. Whether you're lifting, running, or training for performance, small adjustments can lead to massive results. Don’t let pain or poor mechanics hold you back—get the most out of every rep and movement.
Book a session now and train smarter, not harder!
Feel Better, Move Better, Live Better!
You don’t have to be in pain to benefit from bodywork! Whether you’re feeling sluggish, stiff, or just need a reset, a session can leave you feeling lighter, more energized, and in tune with your body. Release built-up tension, improve circulation, and give yourself the boost you deserve. Because feeling good isn’t a luxury—it’s a necessity.
Book a session now and give your body the care it craves!
Can Sotai help me?
ABSOLUTELY!
Sotai can help everyone. Speed is the name of the game when it comes to pain management, and we pride ourselves on Sotai’s ability to restore movement within just one session. By working with your body’s natural mechanics, we make movement easier, pain-free, and more balanced—without force or strain.
Many of our clients have tried traditional methods like physical therapy, chiropractic care, and massage with limited success. Whether you're dealing with chronic discomfort, recovering from an injury, or just want to move better, we’ve got you covered.
If other methods haven’t given you the results you need, it’s time to try something that actually works.
Top 10 Muscular Ailments Sotai Has Helped:
✅ Back & Neck Strains – Poor posture, heavy lifting, or sudden movements can lead to stiffness and pain. Sotai helps restore natural alignment and ease tension.
✅ Rotator Cuff Injuries – Shoulder pain and restriction often result from imbalanced movement patterns. Guided Sotai movements help restore function and reduce strain.
✅ Tendonitis (Elbow, Achilles, Shoulder, Wrist) – Overuse leads to inflammation and discomfort. Sotai focuses on rebalancing movement to relieve stress on affected areas.
✅ Hamstring & Calf Strains – Tightness or injuries in the legs can limit mobility. Sotai gently retrains movement to ease strain and prevent re-injury.
✅ Shin Splints – Pain along the front of the shin is often caused by imbalances in leg movement. Sotai helps correct these patterns for long-term relief.
✅ Lower Back Pain & Sciatica – Many experience pain radiating down the leg due to muscular imbalances. Sotai realigns movement to release tension and improve stability.
✅ Plantar Fasciitis & Foot Pain – Stiffness in the feet and calves can affect walking and posture. Sotai encourages smooth, pain-free movement.
✅ Posture-Related Strain & Tech Neck – Hours at a desk or phone use create shoulder, neck, and upper back pain. Sotai helps retrain posture for lasting relief.
✅ Hand & Finger Pain – Repetitive movements or tension in the hands and fingers can lead to discomfort and stiffness. Sotai restores ease of motion by addressing tension in the upper body.
✅ Ankle Sprains & Instability – Past injuries or weak movement patterns can make ankles prone to pain or reinjury. Sotai helps rebuild stability and coordination
Who do we work with?
Bodywork for Musicians
As a violinist and bodywork practitioner, I understand the unique physical demands musicians face. Tension, misalignment, and repetitive strain can impact your playing and performance. Using specialized techniques, I help musicians improve posture, release tension, and enhance movement for greater ease and longevity in their craft. Play pain-free and feel your best on and off the stage!
Book a session now and take care of the instrument that matters most—your body!
Bodywork for Athletes
Every athlete knows that peak performance isn’t just about training harder—it’s about moving smarter. Whether you're recovering from intense workouts, preventing injuries, or optimizing movement for better performance, my specialized bodywork helps you stay strong, agile, and pain-free. Enhance mobility, speed up recovery, and push your limits with a body that moves at its best!
Book a session now and keep your body in championship form!
Bodywork for Martial Artists
As a martial artist and bodywork practitioner, I understand the importance of fluid movement, balance, and resilience. Whether you're dealing with tightness, recovering from training, or looking to optimize your mobility and power, my approach helps you move with greater efficiency and less strain. Stay strong, flexible, and injury-free—so you can train harder and perform at your best.
Book a session now and keep your body fight-ready!
Here’s what our clients have to say
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Antoine Gomez, Personal Trainer/Martial Arts Expert and Coach
As a life time martial artist and personal trainer I have had many tweaks and injuries threw my life after meeting Kenichi and having body work done by him my ranges of motion and movement have increased especially because of the grueling demand I put upon myself but threw his personal knowledge of understanding the body he has helped me and other people I have sent to him amazing body work specialist
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Will Collins, Personal Trainor at Blink Fitness and Monarch
Kenichi has been a game-changer for me. His bodywork has helped me identify and address problem areas I didn’t even realize needed attention while also improving preexisting issues. Thanks to his expertise, I’m able to move worry-free, which has made a huge difference in both my training and daily life.
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Natalie D. , Violinist of Chicago
As a violinist who has suffered from chronic pain for nearly a decade after an injury, seeing Kenichi at Kiyama Bodyworks has been life-changing. I had sought help from numerous health practitioners, including acupuncturists, chiropractors, and physical therapists. While I initially responded to treatment, the effects always wore off after a few months. I was close to giving up hope, accepting that I might never play the violin professionally—or without pain—again, until I met Kenichi and discovered Sotai treatment.
Though my healing journey has had its ups and downs, I’ve experienced far greater improvement with Kenichi’s Sotai treatment than with any other therapy. His background as a violinist is an added bonus, as his personal experience allows us to work together to identify flaws and make improvements in my playing.
I am deeply grateful for Kenichi’s expertise, empathy, and dedication. His Sotai treatment, combined with his positive demeanor and vast knowledge of the human body, has made a significant difference in my healing process. Thanks to his care, I have experienced lasting improvements that no other therapy has provided, greatly enhancing my quality of life. I highly recommend Kenichi at Kiyama Bodyworks to anyone seeking effective, compassionate care through Sotai treatment.
Phone: (872) 262-0393
Email: kiyamabodyworksllc@gmail.com
Address: 2510 Green Bay Rd. Evanston, IL 60201