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There's a legal provision for paid menstrual leave in Japan, South Korea, Indonesia, and a few other countries. In Japan, this law has been in place since 1947, allowing women who suffer from painful periods to take time off without using their regular sick days or vacation time. However, this is unusual because while the law exists, cultural stigma often prevents women from actually using the leave. This law reflects an effort to acknowledge gender-specific health issues but also highlights the challenges of implementing such policies in societies where discussing menstrual health remains taboo.