In 1989 Yu Yagami, (an experienced Seitai therapist, acupuncturist, and a yoga instructor), devised Jiriki Seitai as a self-healing method that combined elements of acupuncture, Seitai treatment, yoga, and meditation enabling the therapist's technique to be applied to oneself.

So far, more than 15,000 students have learned Jiriki Seitai, and 500 navigators (instructors) are holding classes every day in Japan. As of 2022, it has begun to spread in Western countries with interest around the world.