The imperial family, like so many families, has its fair share of problems. But in this case, its very survival in its ...

The sword was pulled from the attic decades ago, but a recent ceremonial cleaning revealed it was a priceless heirloom from the 12th century.

The word was apparently in currency by the late Muromachi Period (1336-1573) or the early Edo Period (1603-1867) and was used in a Noh/Kyogen drama piece titled “Shinbai.” In a scene from the ...

Though it’s an unexpected symptom, dizziness can occur during your period. Reproductive problems like heavy menstrual bleeding, period pain, and hormonal changes may cause dizziness. Or, the hormonal ...

Cramps aren’t always a sign of menstruation. Many people develop cramps when they don’t have their period. There are various causes of cramps with no period. Issues related to pregnancy are often to ...

Setsubun no Hi (節分の日), celebrated annually on February 2, 3 or 4, is a traditional event marking the official beginning of spring, according to the Japanese lunar calendar. Though not a national ...