Kyusai Hosts Healthcare Seminar on Femcare for Employees as Part of Wellness Aging Initiative

Famione Inc. (Headquarters: Shibuya-ku, Tokyo; CEO: Yusuke Ishikawa), a company that operates the healthcare support service 'Famione' https://famione.com/benefit/ for corporate employee benefits and municipal resident support, under the vision of 'Creating a society where everyone who wishes for children can lead a happy life,' hosted a seminar titled 'Health Issues for Working Adults: Menstruation and Menopause in Both Genders' for all employees of Kyusai Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Fukuoka City, Fukuoka Prefecture; President & CEO: Junro Ishikawa; hereinafter 'Kyusai').

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The seminar was led by Sayaka Toda, a certified psychologist and clinical psychologist from Famione, who provided clear explanations on the fundamentals of menstrual and menopausal symptoms, practical self-care strategies, and how to support others facing these health issues.

Prior to the seminar, a pre-event survey was conducted asking questions such as 'Are there any health concerns or difficulties you are experiencing?' and 'What are you currently doing for wellness aging and self-care?' The responses revealed specific concerns related to menstruation, PMS, and menopause, highlighting the need to improve employees' health literacy.

On the day, 23 participants attended in person and 64 joined online. The session adopted an interactive lecture format, incorporating self-check sheets on menopause and sleep. In the final workshop, participants formed groups of four to discuss the question: 'How can we seamlessly integrate unaddressed self-care practices into daily life?' Online participants also engaged in breakout room discussions, sharing insights via chat, creating a dynamic and engaging learning environment.

Seminar Overview

【Theme】'Health Issues for Working Adults: Menstruation and Menopause in Both Genders'

【Date & Time】May 19, 2026, 13:30–15:00

【Venue】Kyusai

【Target Audience】All Kyusai employees

【Instructor】Certified Psychologist & Clinical Psychologist Sayaka Toda (Famione)

Background of the Seminar

In April 2026, Kyusai launched 'f44 (F Forty-Four),' a femcare brand targeting women in their 40s and 50s—the 'generation of responsibility' balancing work and family. A core principle behind the brand's launch was 'understanding age-related health challenges correctly as stakeholders.' Over 60% of Kyusai's employees are women, many of whom belong to the same 40–50 age group targeted by the brand. However, even among those directly affected, accurate knowledge about female-specific health changes is often lacking. Motivated by the belief that 'to support customers, we must first educate ourselves,' Kyusai decided to hold an internal seminar on women's health.

▼ Details here

https://corporate.kyusai.co.jp/news/detail.php?p=15757

Comment from Kyusai's f44 Brand Representative

'We created this opportunity for our employees to reflect on their own, partners', and families' health challenges, enabling them to embody wellness aging and deliver its value to customers. It was highly beneficial that employees across ages and genders could learn and exchange opinions through the seminar.'

＜Kyusai Co., Ltd.＞

Founded in Fukuoka City, Fukuoka Prefecture in 1965, the company will celebrate its 60th anniversary in October 2025. Committed to enhancing physical and mental well-being and extending healthy lifespans, Kyusai has expanded its business into health and skincare products, including the kale-based green juice 'The Kale.' Since 2022, the company has adopted the mission 'to advance and promote holistic wellness aging, enabling people to age positively,' positioning itself as a 'Wellness Aging Company.'

▼ Details here

https://corporate.kyusai.co.jp/

Selected Post-Seminar Survey Comments

· 'The in-depth content on a difficult-to-discuss topic sparked interest and raised awareness.' (Male, 50s)

· 'I learned that men also experience menopausal discomfort, and it's okay to talk about it with others.' (Female, 50s)

· 'At 44 this year, knowing the average age for menopause onset helped me mentally prepare.' (Female, 40s)

· 'It was helpful to learn how to support colleagues going through menopause.' (Female, 30s)

· 'I realized men also face menopause-related issues. The data-backed explanation of women's physiological struggles was clear and relatable.' (Female, 40s)

· 'The workshop allowed me to reflect on my own and others' health challenges—truly valuable.' (Female, 20s)

▼ Photos from the seminar

Overview of the Healthcare Support Service 'Famione' Dual Support: Organizational Culture Building × Individual Support for Affected Parties

'Famione' supports corporate health management and women's empowerment through expert-led seminars ('culture building') and online consultations ('individual support for affected parties'), as well as municipal resident support. Users can consult anonymously with licensed professionals such as nurses and psychologists, enhancing psychological safety and preventing health issues. Customized seminars and training programs are also offered to improve health literacy across entire organizations or communities, including supporters beyond just affected individuals.

Since its launch in 2018, Famione has been widely adopted by private companies including Odakyu Electric Railway, TBS Health Insurance Society, Taisei Corporation, NTT, and Kodansha, as well as municipalities such as Yokosuka City (Kanagawa), Setagaya Ward (Tokyo), Mihara City (Hiroshima), Ora Town (Gunma), Ibaraki Prefecture, Nara Prefecture, and Yamanashi Prefecture. It holds a top-tier position in Japan, particularly in preconception care, workplace health issues, and DE&I promotion.

*This service does not constitute medical practice and does not provide diagnoses or prescriptions.

Famione Inc.

Address: 2F-C, Shibuya Dogenzaka Tokyu Building, 1-10-8 Dogenzaka, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo 150-0043 Representative: CEO Yusuke Ishikawa Founded: June 1, 2015 URL: https://famione.co.jp/

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