Chihiro was born and raised in Japan. She started Hatha Yoga (Iyengar based) when she was in college. She used to suffer from back, neck and shoulder pain, low energy levels, and migraines and discovered yoga could help ease these symptoms. She decided to study yoga to help alleviate her pain as well as reduce stress and restore energies. It changed her life dramatically, so after over 10 years of experience she decided to share her knowledge with others.

Chihiro completed the 200-Hour Yoga Teacher Training at Yoga Tree in San Francisco and became a certified yoga instructor. She also studied with Judith Hansen Lasater to expand her knowledge of restorative yoga and obtained her “Advanced Relax and Renew” certification.

Currently she is based in Palo Alto and teaches Restorative Yoga and Hatha Yoga (with elements of Iyengar) to individuals and small groups in Englsih and in Japanese throughout the Peninsula. She is intuitive and spiritual and is able to help students uncover areas that need attention. Her calm demeanor is conducive to relaxation and restoration.

If you are interested or have any questions, feel free to contact Chihiro at chihiro@yogasfo.com. 
 

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