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.

How diapers work and how to use them

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Standing Leak Guards in Adult Diapers and Incontinence Insert Pads: Function, Fitting and Precautions [2026]

Updated: October 27, 2026

Learn how standing leak guards work in adult diapers and incontinence insert pads, how to raise and position them, and what to check for side leakage and skin irritation.

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Incontinence Pad Construction and Performance: Absorbency, Speed and Breathability [2026]

Updated: October 27, 2026

An illustrated guide to incontinence insert pad materials, absorbency, absorption speed, breathability, odor control and reading Japanese package labels.

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Adult diaper and insert pad absorption speed: selection and product examples [2026]

Updated: October 27, 2026

Learn how the force and volume of urination relate to pad absorption speed, with product structures, examples and precautions.

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Manufacturer videos: basic tape-fastened adult diaper changes [2026]

Updated: October 27, 2026

Find manufacturers’ Japanese-language videos demonstrating tape-fastened adult diaper application, together with current products and key positioning points.

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Male incontinence pads: types, wrapping methods and precautions [2026]

Updated: October 27, 2026

An illustrated guide to male incontinence insert pads, including triangular and cup folds, product examples and points to consider when choosing and using them.

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Using and Changing Pull-On Adult Diapers: Official Manufacturer Videos [2026 Guide]

Updated: October 27, 2026

Review key fitting and changing steps for pull-on adult diapers alongside manufacturers’ official Japanese-language demonstration videos.

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Adult Diaper Odor Control: Deodorizing Features and Used-Diaper Disposal [2026 Guide]

Updated: October 27, 2026

Learn about manufacturers’ deodorizing features and practical disposal, laundry, and room-cleaning measures for controlling adult diaper odors.

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What Are Flow-Through Booster Sheets? Uses, Precautions, and Product Examples [2026 Guide]

Updated: October 27, 2026

Learn when flow-through absorbent sheets may help, how they differ from ordinary pads, and what to check before adding them.

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Tape-Fastened Adult Diapers: Cross-Fastening Steps and Precautions [2026]

Updated: October 26, 2026

Learn how the lower and upper fastening tabs can be angled, with illustrated fit checks and precautions. Always follow the instructions for the product used.

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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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