Bustling Central district might seem like an odd place to get your Zen fix. But look a little closer and you'll notice plenty of foot massage dens scattered around the popular night time destination. The latest addition is Ten Feet Tall in the L Place.
The centre, which opened two weeks ago, is owned by Gilbert Yeung Kei-lung, whose other ventures included the hip nightclub Dragon-i, pool hall and lounge Tazmania Ballroom and ramen restaurant chain Miso Cool.
Yeung says well before he started Dragon-i he had planned to open a foot massage centre. 'I'm a big fan of massage. I get a foot massage almost every day,' he says.
Whether for passion or business, Yeung has invested a lot in the venture. The two-floor, 8,000 sq ft massage centre set him back almost as much to set up as one of his nightclubs.
'I believe it's a great business idea because Hong Kong people work hard and play hard. Foot massage is good for your body, and all you need to do is sit back, enjoy the service and walk out all rejuvenated,' he says.
Recently, reflexology has been gaining traction with the party crowd looking for an alternative way to unwind and detox after a night on the town. Yeung's latest venture is tapping into that market.