This article explores the fear of body odor in Japan, known as "hadabakon", which has been around for centuries and is deeply ingrained in Japanese culture. It examines its historical background, cultural influence, psychological aspects, health concerns related to it, common practices to mitigate its effects, and its social impact. It is a reflection of the importance placed on cleanliness and hygiene in the country as well as traditional values that are still held by many Japanese people today. The article also looks at potential health risks associated with an excessive fear or avoidance behavior towards body odors and provides several common practices to reduce their effects.