Article Library

Explore adult diaper types, absorbency, fit and everyday use. This library brings together the English articles available from Adult Diaper Information Center Japan. New English articles appear here as they are published.

English articles

Read illustrated explanations and practical points to check when choosing and using adult diapers and incontinence insert pads.

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Portable toilet mats: waterproofing, deodorizing and grip compared [2026]

Updated: October 27, 2026

Compare portable toilet mats from five manufacturers, with differences between waterproof and water-repellent materials, odor control, grip and sizing.

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Automatic excretion processing devices: types, rental and precautions [2026]

Updated: October 27, 2026

Learn about urine-only and urine-and-feces processing devices, example products, Japanese long-term care insurance rental and precautions for use.

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Assistive-equipment rental for toileting and diaper changes in Japan [2026]

Updated: October 27, 2026

An overview of Japan’s 13 categories of rentable assistive equipment, focusing on toilet access, transfers, posture and diaper changes.

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Toileting Beyond Diapers: Three Equipment Categories and Insurance Purchase Assistance [2026 Guide]

Updated: October 27, 2026

Learn about three toileting equipment categories eligible for purchase assistance under Japan’s long-term care insurance and the steps to check before buying.

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Moving and Repositioning in Bed for Diaper Changes: Slide Sheet Use and Selection [2026 Guide]

Updated: October 27, 2026

Learn how to insert, use, and remove a slide sheet, choose its size and direction of movement, and ask about rental options.

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Toilet Support Rails Without Building Work: Types, Installation, and Insurance Rental [2026 Guide]

Updated: October 27, 2026

Explore toilet support rails that require no building work, with product examples and information on rental through Japan’s long-term care insurance system.

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Bedside Commode Deodorizers from Seven Companies: Types, Use, and Selection [2026 Guide]

Updated: October 27, 2026

Compare liquid, foam, sheet, powder, and tablet deodorizers from seven companies, including dosing methods and manufacturer usage guidance.

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Follow a three-step learning guide

Start with product types and structure, then move on to selection and fit, and finally to use and changing. The guides below are available in English. Links to Japanese articles are clearly marked.

STEP 01

Types and structure

Understand pull-on adult diapers, tape-fastened adult diapers, incontinence insert pads and pad-holding underwear. Learn what each product is designed to do.

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STEP 02

Choosing a product, absorbency and size

Check the product type, body fit, reference absorbency and time until the next change. Compare the features that matter for the person using the product.

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STEP 03

Fitting, use and changing

Explore insert pad placement, standing leak guards, fastening tapes, changing demonstrations, skin cleansing and disposal after use.

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