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Address: 367 Queen’s Road, Sai Ying Pun, Hong Kong; +852 2546 7867

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Gao’s Foot Massage

As the name suggests this place specialises in foot reflexology, although body massages, cupping and gua sha scraping are also available. Foot massages are generally a communal experience and Gao’s dimly lit rooms are lined with big comfy chairs filled with people in various stages of drowsiness. Treatments begin with a neck and shoulder rub while feet soak in buckets of hot herbal water, before moving on to a no-pain, no-gain foot massage (there’s no shame in asking for a lighter touch). The blade-flashing Shanghai pedicure is the way to go for baby-soft tootsies.

Address: 3/F Man Hing Commercial Building, 79-83 Queen’s Road, Central, Hong Kong

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Tai Pan Reflexology Parlour

Open until midnight, Tai Pan is a fancier version of your local foot massage joint, with glamorous interiors that hark back to 1930s Shanghai – carved-wood moon gates, stained glass screens, neon signs and red velvet loungers. Alongside foot and body massages, you can try another Hong Kong favourite: ear candling, which uses lit candles to draw out ear wax while soothing facial muscles for a surprisingly relaxing experience.

Address: Basement, 83 Nathan Road, Tsim Sha Tsui, Kowloon, Hong Kong; +852 2301 1990
Website: taipanreflexologyparlour.com