On May 16, 2026, Hiroshi Yagi of Omutsu Johokyoku (Adult Diaper Information Center Japan) spoke at “5.19 IBD Awareness Day 2026: POOP Caravan,” held at TKP Kokura Ekimae Conference Center in Kitakyushu.

His talk, “Exploring Practical Uses: The Latest in Pads for Loose Stool,” covered these pads’ features and uses for people with IBD (ulcerative colitis and Crohn’s disease), their families, supporters, and healthcare, care and welfare professionals.

He also joined a panel discussion on “What Would Make Society Easier to Live in for People with IBD Facing Toileting Difficulties?”

Thank you to the organizers for the opportunity to speak and to everyone who attended.

Event: 5.19 IBD Awareness Day 2026
POOP Caravan—Answering Your Toileting Concerns!

Talk: Exploring Practical Uses: The Latest in Pads for Loose Stool

Speaker: Hiroshi Yagi
Administrator, Omutsu Johokyoku

Date and time: Saturday, May 16, 2026, 14:00–16:30

Venue: TKP Kokura Ekimae Conference Center, Conference Room 8

Official event announcement from the nonprofit IBD Network
https://ibdnetwork.org/2026/03/4819/

Event flyer for IBD Awareness Day 2026: POOP Caravan.