Masa Kanai

Masa Kanai is a highly regarded Japanese-inspired salon and head spa on Manhattan's Upper West Side, established in 2018. Clients consistently praise the clean, relaxing atmosphere with pleasant scents, friendly and professional staff, and high-quality hair services including their signature Japanese Head Spa scalp massage ($220/hour). The detangle cut is a standout for those with tangles, and the zero treatment softens dry hair beautifully. The salon has earned Neighborhood Favorite status in 2018, 2020, and 2022, reflecting strong community loyalty. Reviewers on Yelp (151 reviews), Vagaro, and other platforms describe the experience as relaxing, attentive, and worth the investment. Blowouts are described as bouncy and stylish, and the head spa treatment features massage, acupressure, and masks. Due to high demand, appointment books open up to 3 months in advance and availability fills quickly. Booking early is strongly recommended, especially for the head spa experience, which has gained popularity through media features including Well+Good.