Here Is Why Male Office Workers In Japan Are Complaining Of Mentrual Pain!

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In Tokyo, a group of Japanese male office workers from a telecommunication company, the EXEO Group, had the opportunity to experience simulated menstrual cramps. This was made possible through a device called Perionoid, which uses an adhesive pad and electrical signals to mimic the sensation of pain in the lower stomach muscles.

The event aimed to foster empathy and understanding for what women regularly go through, took place just before International Women's Day on March 7.

During the demonstration, Masaya Shibasaki, an employee at EXEO, was significantly affected, finding himself nearly brought to his knees by the induced pain. This revelation was eye-opening for many of his colleagues, who were surprised at the level of discomfort experienced. The company hopes that this experience will encourage male employees to advocate for a more supportive work environment for women, especially concerning taking necessary time off due to menstrual pain.

Perionoid was created by a female researcher from Nara Women's University, who had personally suffered from severe menstrual cramps. Since its development in 2019, in collaboration with Osaka Heat Cool, the device has seen several improvements to make it more compact and portable. By mid-2023, Osaka Heat Cool had conducted training sessions using Perionoid for employees at 40 companies and government officials, aiming to expand understanding and empathy.

Furthermore, Chiaki Kubota, a brand manager and trainer at Osaka Heat Cool, emphasized the importance of integrating basic sex education into their programs. This not only includes training employees from various companies but also educating young people in schools about the differences between men and women. Kubota expressed a desire to extend these educational efforts to more institutions to build a foundation of knowledge and understanding from a young age.

This initiative by the EXEO Group and Osaka Heat Cool represents a step toward breaking down barriers and building a more inclusive and supportive work culture. By directly engaging men in the conversation about menstrual pain and women's health, they aim to normalize discussions and actions that support women in the workplace and beyond.