Market Trends of Japan Contraceptive Devices Industry
This section covers the major market trends shaping the Japan Contraceptive Devices Market according to our research experts:
Condoms are Expected to Dominate the Market Over the Forecast Period
A condom is a sheath-shaped barrier device that is being used during sexual intercourse to reduce the probability of pregnancy or a sexually transmitted infection (STI). There are both male and female condoms available in the market. Their use greatly decreases the risk of gonorrhea, chlamydia, trichomoniasis, hepatitis B, and HIV/AIDS. They also to a lesser extent protect against genital herpes, human papillomavirus (HPV), and syphilis.
Moreover, in Japan, Okamoto Industries has the widest condom range. In 2020, Okamoto in collaboration with Condomania is also debuting Japanese-themed condoms, as well as the world's first condoms coated with a special microbicide that has been shown in medical studies to inactivate up to 99.9 percent of HIV, HSV, and HPV. Thus, considering the above-mentioned factors it is expected to show significant growth shortly.
The government in Japan is introducing different campaigns and comprehensive sex education programs to improve awareness among youth and encourage them to use contraceptives in order to combat STDs and prevent unwanted pregnancies. In Japan, the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare procures condoms that are distributed by NACO/SACS to high-risk groups (HRGs) via TI NGOs/ICTC/ART centres for HIV/AIDS prevention. Whereas, in the National Department of Health (NDOH) is working to ensure that male condoms are readily available in all communities throughout the region.
Thus, the aforementioned factors are propelling the growth of the market.
