A video advertisement using an unauthorized image of Professor Shinya Yamanaka, falsely claiming him to be a "sleep specialist," has surfaced on social media.

Please be aware that Professor Yamanaka is not involved in sleep-related research and has no involvement whatsoever with any products related to sleep disorders.

CiRA does not tolerate such false claims and, if necessary, will take strict actions against the responsible individuals and organizations.

If you have any doubts about questionable advertisements, please contact the National Consumer Affairs Center (https://www.kokusen.go.jp/ncac_index_e.html).