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.
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Read illustrated explanations and practical points to check when choosing and using adult diapers and incontinence insert pads.
Adult diaper types
All articles →![Where to Ask About Adult Diapers: Manufacturers’ Advice Lines [2026 Guide]](https://062.design/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/電話アイキャッチ-1024x538.png)
Where to Ask About Adult Diapers: Manufacturers’ Advice Lines [2026 Guide]
Find telephone advice services from six adult diaper manufacturers for questions about product selection, leakage, and fitting.
Read the guide ↗![Incontinence Insert Pads: Types, Selection, Absorbency and Layering Precautions [2026]](https://062.design/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/urine-pad-featured-v2-1024x538.png)
Incontinence Insert Pads: Types, Selection, Absorbency and Layering Precautions [2026]
Review rectangular, contoured and men’s incontinence insert pads, their reference absorbency and combinations with adult diapers, with illustrated fitting and layering precautions.
Read the guide ↗![Tape-Fastened Adult Diapers: Types, Sizing and Fitting [2026]](https://062.design/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/adult-tape-diaper-guide-2026-1024x538.png)
Tape-Fastened Adult Diapers: Types, Sizing and Fitting [2026]
Learn how tape-fastened adult diapers differ from pull-on adult diapers, how to check hip size and fit, and what to consider when using incontinence insert pads.
Read the guide ↗![Pull-on Adult Diapers: Types, Sizing and Precautions When Using Pads [2026]](https://062.design/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/pants-featured-1024x538.png)
Pull-on Adult Diapers: Types, Sizing and Precautions When Using Pads [2026]
A practical illustrated guide to pull-on adult diapers, including their types, fit, putting them on, insert pads and price per diaper.
Read the guide ↗![Two-way adult diapers: features and use [discontinued in 2026]](https://062.design/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/2wayアイキャッチ-1024x538.png)
Two-way adult diapers: features and use [discontinued in 2026]
An archival guide to two-way adult diapers that combined pull-on and tape-fastened functions. The products were discontinued in 2026.
Read the guide ↗![Retail pads for pull-on adult diapers: absorbency guides from 7 manufacturers [2026]](https://062.design/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/二つ折りパッド高吸収量アイキャッチ-1-1024x538.png)
Retail pads for pull-on adult diapers: absorbency guides from 7 manufacturers [2026]
Compare seven retail pads for pull-on adult diapers by dimensions and manufacturer-stated numbers of voids, with selection and fit guidance.
Read the guide ↗![Free adult diaper chat support and selection tools: 6 manufacturers [2026]](https://062.design/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/チャットボットアイキャッチ-1-1024x538.png)
Free adult diaper chat support and selection tools: 6 manufacturers [2026]
An overview of six manufacturers’ online diaper selection services, distinguishing chat support from questionnaires that suggest products.
Read the guide ↗![Retail incontinence insert pads for adult diapers: 9 products from 7 manufacturers [2026]](https://062.design/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/超うす型パンツ用アイキャッチ-1-1024x538.png)
Retail incontinence insert pads for adult diapers: 9 products from 7 manufacturers [2026]
Compare current pads for pull-on adult diapers, including thin and slim designs, dimensions, absorbency guides and correct positioning.
Read the guide ↗![Male incontinence insert pads by manufacturer: retail and institutional products [2026]](https://062.design/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/男性用まとめアイキャッチ-1-1024x538.png)
Male incontinence insert pads by manufacturer: retail and institutional products [2026]
Product features, sizes and absorbency guides for male incontinence insert pads sold in retail stores and for hospitals and care facilities.
Read the guide ↗![Boxer-style adult diapers: 5 products from 3 manufacturers [2026]](https://062.design/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/ボクサー型おむつアイキャッチ-1024x538.png)
Boxer-style adult diapers: 5 products from 3 manufacturers [2026]
Compare five boxer-style pull-on adult diapers by waist size, absorbency guide and retail or institutional availability.
Read the guide ↗![Thin tape-fastened adult diapers for use with pads: 5 products compared [2026]](https://062.design/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/超うす型テープ用アイキャッチ-1-1024x538.png)
Thin tape-fastened adult diapers for use with pads: 5 products compared [2026]
Compare thin tape-fastened adult diapers and cover designs for use with incontinence insert pads, including sizes, absorbency guides and fit precautions.
Read the guide ↗![Breathable, skin-conscious retail incontinence insert pads: 7 manufacturers compared [2026]](https://062.design/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/通気性アイキャッチ-1-1024x538.png)
Breathable, skin-conscious retail incontinence insert pads: 7 manufacturers compared [2026]
Compare retail incontinence insert pads by breathability, skin-contact materials, dimensions and manufacturer-stated absorbency guides.
Read the guide ↗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.
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.
Read the guide →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.
Read the guide →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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