TOKYO - Japan’s 84-year-old former Empress Michiko went ahead with a visit to the ancient capital of Kyoto on Tuesday after doctors said she has a heart problem but can continue her activities ...

Japan’s beloved former Empress Michiko received greetings from her relatives and palace officials to celebrate her 90th birthday Sunday as she steadily recovers from a broken leg, officials said ...

Japan's Empress Michiko, marking her 76th birthday, says she is starting to feel the affects of her age - sometimes forgetting where she puts things - but she hopes to keep up her official duties ...

Japan’s beloved former Empress Michiko received greetings from her relatives and palace officials to celebrate her 90th birthday Sunday as she steadily recovers from a broken leg, officials said.