Magnetism Day

What Is Magnetism Day?

November 11th is "Magnetism Day" in Japan. The date comes from likening a magnet's north (+) and south (-) poles to "juichi" (eleven, read as "plus, minus"). It was established in 1992 by Pip Fujimoto (now Pip Co., Ltd.), maker of the magnetic therapy product "Pip Elekiban."

A Health-Related Holiday Born From a Magnet's Two Poles

Magnetism Day aims to help more people learn about magnetism and how it is used, including in magnetic therapy devices.

• Origin: a magnet's north and south poles -- "plus" and "minus" -- are likened to the character "juichi" (eleven)
• Purpose: to help more people learn about magnetic therapy devices, which are marketed for relieving stiff shoulders and similar stiffness
• A familiar product: "Pip Elekiban" is one of Japan's most iconic and long-loved magnetic therapy products

The Effects Magnetic Force Is Said to Have on the Body

Magnetic therapy devices are marketed as improving blood circulation and easing stiffness where applied, and some are sold as home-use medical devices. Results vary from person to person, so read the instructions carefully before use.

Tips for Marking This Day

• Try a magnetic therapy patch on a stiff shoulder or lower back
• Look into how magnetic therapy devices work and their effects
• Review your posture and daily habits to help prevent stiffness
• Combine magnetic therapy with stretching or massage for extra care

Invisible Magnetic Force Gently Eases a Tense Body

Invisible magnetic force is used not only in magnetic therapy devices but in many products around us. November 11th is a day to take a fresh look at how magnetism works in our lives.