Traditional Japanese Medicine

Traditional Japanese Medicine (TJM), an alternative form of medicine used in Japan. Although acupuncture, moxibustion, and several related medical practices also play important roles in TJM, herbal medicine.

The Japanese Traditional Herbal Medicine, Kampo, has gradually re-emerged and 148 different formulations (mainly herbal extracts) can be prescribed within the national health insurance system.

Kampo is a Japanese traditional medicine with unique theories and therapeutic methods originally based on traditional Chinese medicine. The underlying idea of Kampo is that the human body and mind are inseparable and a balance of physical and mental is essential for human health.