Nuru is a form of erotic massage that originated in Japan). The masseuse or masseur and the client are both nude and coated with a special gel, traditionally made from seaweed, that makes the body slippery). The masseuse or masseur uses their whole body, instead of only their hands, to massage the client, providing more bodily contact than found in a traditional massage. Nuru massages can be done on a massage table, a bed, or even an air mattress. While nuru massages might have started in Japan, they are now offered all over the western world. It is important to note that nuru massage falls under legal prohibitions against prostitution and brothels in many jurisdictions in Japan, as it entails lubricated full body contact between the person giving the massage and a client with a "happy ending"). However, nuru massage is legal in many other countries as it does not involve exchanging sex for money. Nuru massages offer a variety of health benefits, such as relaxing muscles and moisturizing skin, and can be helpful for dealing with sexual/intimacy issues, improving mood, boosting blood circulation within the body, and lowering stress levels.