Connect more deeply with life

Usui Shiki Ryoho, or the Usui System of Natural Healing, is a Japanese healing practice founded by Mikao Usui over 100 years ago. Usui developed Reiki through his personal journey to understand healing. The practice was introduced to Hawaii in 1937 by Hawayo Takata Sensei and has since been passed down from Master to student through teachings, defined practices, and initiation.

The word “Reiki” translates to “universal life energy.” Usui Shiki Ryoho uses this energy for healing, aiming to restore harmony and wholeness within oneself and others. It addresses all levels of being—physical, emotional, mental, spiritual, and even those aspects we may not yet fully understand.

Phyllis Lei Furumoto, a former lineage bearer, described Usui Shiki Ryoho through four key aspects: healing practice, personal development, spiritual discipline, and mystic order. These aspects are supported by a central philosophy and practice called the Nine Elements. 

Together, they form a system that consistently guides people on a deep journey of healing, growth, and spiritual connection. Each part of the system is essential; changing or removing elements alters its nature and creates a different form of Reiki.

At Ashamenta, we follow in the footsteps of Usui Sensei, honoring the tradition of passing Reiki from teacher to student in its purest form. Our intention is to help students cultivate an abundant, enthusiastic life that radiates through their physical, emotional, mental, and spiritual selves. By engaging deeply with the teachings, students are empowered to heal themselves and others while growing in alignment with the universal life energy that connects us all.

Four Aspects

Healing Practice: Usui Shiki Ryoho is grounded in self-care and the ability to support others through energy healing. By using a series of hands-on positions, it promotes balance and well-being, offering a simple yet profound way to facilitate healing and connection.

Personal Growth: As you practice, you’ll encounter opportunities to reflect on long-held beliefs and patterns that may no longer serve you. This process naturally encourages growth, self-awareness, and a deeper alignment with your authentic self.

Spiritual Connection: Regular practice nurtures a connection to the spirit within, reminding us of our inherent divinity. For many, this becomes a spiritual path, fostering a sense of peace, clarity, and purpose in daily life.

Mystic Path: Usui Shiki Ryoho often leads to transformative experiences that deepen your sense of connection to others walking this path. This shared journey can create a profound feeling of unity and purpose, opening the door to greater understanding and insight.

Oral Tradition
Reiki is passed down directly from Master to student through personal interactions, including verbal teachings, energetic exchanges, and non-verbal communication. This sacred transmission ensures the authenticity of the practice.

Spiritual Lineage
The system honors the lineage of Mikao Usui, Chujiro Hayashi, Hawayo Takata, and Phyllis Lei Furumoto. Each master contributed to the evolution of Reiki, shaped by their experiences and the cultural shifts of their time. The living lineage bearer continues to embody and guide the practice.

History
The story of Reiki is shared through oral tradition, particularly in First Degree classes. It’s less about individuals and more about the journey of Reiki itself—how it has moved through the lineage and evolved into its current form.

Initiation/Attunement
This sacred ritual, passed down through the lineage, connects students to Reiki energy. Masters perform this ritual to activate the practice within the student, creating a profound energetic alignment.

Symbols
The symbols introduced in Second Degree classes and for Reiki Master certification serve as energetic keys. They unlock access to non-physical realms, expanding the practitioner’s understanding of energy and offering new ways to engage with the world.

Treatment
The treatment practice includes a series of specific hand positions held for a few minutes each. In First Degree, treatments are hands-on, focusing on the physical body. Second Degree treatments extend to distant healing, utilizing symbols to channel energy across space.

Form of Teaching
The structured teaching method ensures that the essence of Reiki is preserved. First and Second Degree classes follow a clear framework to provide a consistent, comprehensive learning experience.

Monetary Exchange
Each step on the Reiki path involves a financial commitment, reflecting the value of the teachings and the investment in personal and spiritual growth.

Precepts
The Five Precepts invite students to reflect deeply, engaging their mind, body, and spirit. These principles guide practitioners toward balance, self-awareness, and a sense of wholeness.