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Stories about Japan, ordered by source date.
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Oji Nepia announced three Nepia Tender nighttime pads on May 14, 2026, with a phased Japanese launch starting May 28. The Ultra, Extra and Kore Ichimai models were…
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Unicharm announced redesigned packaging for its Lifree pull-on pants in Japan on April 24, 2026. The new packs replace illustration-led presentation with photographs intended to help people picture…
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Japan's Ministry of the Environment opened applications on April 21, 2026 for support to local governments introducing or considering the recycling of used disposable diapers. The programme supports…
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Koyo announced that its Diaper Navi sensor and Sanwa’s Kaigo Plus excretion-support system would connect with Paramount Bed’s Nemuri CONNECT monitoring platform from April 15, 2026.
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Japan's Ministry of the Environment announced a revised guideline for recycling used disposable diapers on April 6, 2026. It brings together information for municipalities considering separate collection, sterilisation…
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Livedo says it is introducing a new packaging system across Refre adult-diaper products released from spring 2026, with revised placement of size and absorbency information.
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Livedo announced a renewal of Refre Hitori de Kantan Sochaku pads for disposable pull-on pants on April 1, 2026. The change concerns the length of the fastening tape,…
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Livedo announced a renewal of its Refre Haku Pants disposable pull-on range on April 1, 2026. The update adds a mildly acidic material to the absorbent core's surface,…
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Livedo announced a renewal of its professional Refre Speed Catch Pad series on April 1, 2026. It says an improved rapid-absorption sheet reduces liquid remaining on the surface…
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Livedo announced on April 1, 2026 that its Smartline Smart Fit tape-fastened diaper would be renamed Refre Rakunobi Fit as the Smartline range joins the Refre brand. The…
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