Kampo medicine is the Japanese traditional
medicine which has its roots in ancient
China.

After traditional Chinese medicine was
introduced to Japan in the 5th and 6th
century, it developed independently
according to the typical climate and
culture of Japan.

Kampo medicines are prepared from
combining ingredients such as roots,
branches, leaves and flowers of plants
as well as minerals.

The kind of remedy is decided according
to the symptoms and body’s constitution,
but in Kampo only fixed combinations and
standardized proportions are used
according to the classic medical
literature.

The systems of combination of medicinal
herbs are established through thousands
of years of human experience, and are
therefore time-tested to be effective and safe.

Kampo medicine is used to treat various
conditions, such as skin diseases, menstrual
problems, infertility, asthma, and
hypertension.

It is effective in both short-term illnesses
such as flu, and in more chronic diseases
such as diabetes. It is also used as a
complimentary treatment in more serious
conditions such as cancer. Kampo can also
be used as a preventative medicine.

Properly administered, Kampo medicines
cause few adverse reactions and can be
confidently prescribed for long-term
administration.