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The smoking areas in businesses and commercial facilities must have measures for separating smoking that meet the standards of the Health Promotion Act. What kind of facilities should be arranged to meet these standards? This time, we will introduce how to choose the equipment for smoking areas. *For detailed content of the column, you can view it through the related links. For more information, please download the PDF or feel free to contact us.

Smoking measures have become essential even for small and medium-sized enterprises, but there may be companies that are struggling to find the right timing and have temporarily implemented a complete smoking ban or have postponed the issue. We will introduce the disadvantages and advantages of not implementing smoking measures, as well as the perfect timing to promote smoking measures. *For detailed content of the column, please refer to the related link. For more information, you can download the PDF or feel free to contact us.

The enforcement of the revised Health Promotion Act has made it mandatory for companies to implement measures against passive smoking. It is also necessary to clearly state what measures are being taken on job postings at Hello Work, and the impact on recruitment activities is inevitable. We will introduce what companies need to be careful about during recruitment activities due to the revised Health Promotion Act. *For detailed information on the column, you can view it through the related link. For more details, please download the PDF or feel free to contact us.

The new lifestyle has completely settled in due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Masks are essential, maintaining social distance from others, and increasing time spent at home have led many people to consciously avoid unnecessary contact with a large number of people. For smokers, whether smoking areas match the new lifestyle is important in their daily lives. What kind of smoking area is suitable for the new lifestyle? *For detailed content of the column, you can view it through the related link. For more information, please download the PDF or feel free to contact us.*

It is often said that Japan is lagging behind in smoking measures, but what are the smoking measures and regulations like overseas? I will introduce countries that are closely related to Japan and those that have unique initiatives. By the way, the smoking ban implemented by Ireland in 2004 was the first law in the world to completely prohibit smoking in public places. *For more details on the column, you can view it through the related links. For more information, please feel free to download the PDF or contact us.

Secondhand smoke refers to the involuntary inhalation of smoke and harmful substances from tobacco that smokers exhale, which is inhaled by those around them. Health damage caused by secondhand smoke has been reported, and the currently enforced secondhand smoke prevention regulations and health promotion laws aim to protect non-smokers from health hazards caused by secondhand smoke. We will explain what kinds of health damage can occur due to secondhand smoke and how companies and stores can implement measures to combat it. *For detailed content of the column, you can view it through the related links. For more information, please download the PDF or feel free to contact us.*

Even if you think there should be no problems with having smoking facilities set up according to the revised Health Promotion Act, there may be unexpected pitfalls. There are cases where complaints arise from neighbors even when the law is being followed, cases where only the appearance of compliance is maintained but in reality, there is a violation of the law, and cases where the contractor you entrusted with the work installed non-compliant facilities or products. In such situations, there is a possibility of having to deal with complaints, redoing capital investments with budget implications, and in the worst-case scenario, having to refund subsidies to the government or pay fines. To avoid risks, let's implement thorough smoking measures. *For more details on the column, you can view it through the related links. For more information, please feel free to download the PDF or contact us.

With the enforcement of the revised Health Promotion Act, businesses are now obligated to implement either a complete smoking ban or measures to prevent secondhand smoke on their premises. Measures to prevent secondhand smoke include the establishment of designated smoking rooms and heated tobacco-only smoking areas. However, equipping facilities in accordance with the law's guidelines incurs significant costs, which cannot be avoided by small and medium-sized enterprises or individually operated establishments and restaurants. In response, the government is providing subsidies for secondhand smoke prevention measures to businesses that meet certain conditions, thereby alleviating their financial burden. Additionally, various local governments are also offering their own grants and subsidies, some of which will be introduced here. *For more detailed information, please refer to the related links. For further inquiries, feel free to download the PDF or contact us directly.*

In April 2020, the "Revised Health Promotion Law" and the "Tokyo Metropolitan Ordinance on Preventing Passive Smoking" were enacted, which imposed strict restrictions on smoking indoors for businesses in Tokyo. Regarding indoor smoking, facilities must be equipped with one of the four types of smoking rooms introduced in this article. This time, we will explain what kind of equipment is necessary for smoking rooms and how to choose a smoking room. *For more detailed information, you can view the related links. For further details, please download the PDF or feel free to contact us.*

Many people who run restaurants such as izakayas may be struggling with how to implement smoking measures. By setting up smoking booths, not only can you comply with health promotion laws, but you can also create a space where both smokers and non-smokers can use the establishment with peace of mind. This time, we will introduce the benefits of izakayas implementing smoking measures while looking at user feedback. *For more detailed information, you can view it through the related links. For more details, please download the PDF or feel free to contact us.

Since the enforcement of the Health Promotion Act, it has become mandatory to implement proper smoking measures in cafes as well. This time, we will introduce the actual smoking measures and the installation status of smoking booths in cafe chains, as well as the benefits of properly implementing smoking measures. *For detailed content of the column, you can view it through the related link. For more information, please download the PDF or feel free to contact us.

With the revision of the Health Promotion Act, many companies may have eliminated spaces where employees who smoke can do so. From the company's perspective, setting up new smoking booths incurs costs, and there may be a consideration that taking this opportunity to implement a complete ban on smoking could lead to efficiencies in various areas. However, is it really appropriate for a company's smoking policy to be a complete ban on smoking? We will explain the options of smoking measures in the office and the installation of smoking rooms or booths based on data. *For more details on the column, you can view it through the related links. For more information, please feel free to download the PDF or contact us.*

The revised Health Promotion Act has led to strict restrictions on smoking in public places throughout Japan. Each prefecture has implemented its own measures by adding ordinances for passive smoking prevention that they have independently established. In this article, we will introduce the various measures that are being taken. *For detailed content of the column, please refer to the related links. For more information, you can download the PDF or feel free to contact us.*

In April 2020, the revised Health Promotion Law was enacted, and more than four years have passed since then. While many restaurants and offices have made progress in adapting to the law, there are still some places where measures have not yet been implemented. In particular, understanding the rules regarding smoking rooms is important for the comfort of employees and customers. For those who feel that they "still don't understand much," let's take this opportunity to clarify any questions. This time, we will explain the rules regarding smoking rooms that are important to understand the revised Health Promotion Law. If you are struggling with the establishment of smoking environments in offices or restaurants, please read on until the end. *For detailed content of the column, you can view it through the related links. For more information, please feel free to contact us.

The revised Health Promotion Act came into effect in April 2020, making the establishment of a smoke-free environment essential in modern times. Although measures are being implemented not only in restaurants but also in offices, there are still many cases where people are unsure about what measures to take. One recommended approach for implementing these measures is to install smoking booths, which can be set up easily. By simply installing a booth, a comfortable environment can be created for both smokers and non-smokers. In this article, we will explain the benefits of installing smoking booths in offices, as well as points to consider during implementation. Please also check the case studies to help you decide whether or not to install one. *For more detailed information, please refer to the related links. Feel free to contact us for further inquiries.*

In the current situation where various places are required to implement smoking separation measures, many business owners may be struggling with how to proceed with these measures in terms of methods and costs. In this context, smoking booths are gradually being introduced. Unlike smoking rooms, they do not require construction and can be easily installed, making them a popular choice. In this article, we will discuss whether smoking booths are recommended for office smoking separation measures, while also touching on the advantages and disadvantages of installation. Business owners who are considering promoting smoking separation should definitely use this article to assess the feasibility of implementation. *For detailed content of the column, please refer to the related links. For more information, feel free to contact us.*

There are "smoking booths" and "smoking rooms" as environments where smoking is allowed, but it can often be confusing to understand the differences between them. Businesses considering the provision of smoking environments should familiarize themselves with smoking rooms. In this article, we will explain the overview of smoking rooms, including their types. We also conducted interviews with establishments that have implemented smoking rooms. The content provides detailed information, so please be sure to read until the end. *You can view the detailed content of the column through the related links. For more information, feel free to contact us.*

In the real estate industry, it is important to maintain the occupancy rate of rental properties. Particularly, with the increase in non-smokers, the presence or absence of smoking separation measures has become a crucial factor in property selection. Delays in implementing smoking separation measures can lead to a decrease in rental demand and longer vacancy periods. Our product offers smoking booths that can be installed at a low cost, making it easier to implement smoking separation measures. 【Usage Scenarios】 - Rental properties - Office buildings - Commercial facilities 【Effects of Implementation】 - Maintenance and improvement of rental demand - Increase in property value - Improvement in tenant satisfaction

In the food and beverage industry, the smoking environment for employees is an important issue. With the enforcement of the revised Health Promotion Act starting in April 2020, indoor smoking bans have progressed, leading to increased dissatisfaction between smokers and non-smokers. Smokers feel frustrated by the restrictions on smoking areas, while non-smokers are concerned about the risks of secondhand smoke. This issue could lead to an increase in employee turnover rates and a decline in corporate image. Our products are needed to address these problems and enhance employee satisfaction. 【Usage Scenarios】 - Securing smoking areas for employees - Measures against secondhand smoke for non-smokers - Improving employee satisfaction 【Effects of Implementation】 - Decreased employee turnover rate - Improved corporate image - Realization of a comfortable workplace environment

In the hotel industry, the trend towards non-smoking rooms is advancing, making it important to provide a comfortable stay environment for guests. Considering the health impacts of secondhand smoke, accommodating non-smoking guests is a crucial factor that influences hotel ratings. Our smoking booths address the challenge of securing smoking spaces in light of the shift to non-smoking rooms. 【Usage Scenarios】 - Non-smoking rooms - Installation of smoking spaces - Responding to guest requests 【Benefits of Implementation】 - Purification of room air - Increased satisfaction among non-smoking guests - Improved hotel image