<;P>;PROBLEM TO BE SOLVED: To provide an absorbent article, maintaining the informing state of an indicator for a long time and improving the visibility of the indicator. <;P>;SOLUTION: An indicator 12 showing a color identification by contact with moisture or body fluid is disposed on the leakage preventive sheet 6 side from an absorber 4, and at least a part of at least the absorber 4 side surface of the indicator 12 is covered with hydrophilic resin 13. Alternatively, the indicator 12 is disposed on the leakage preventive sheet 6 side from the absorber 4, and a hot melt adhesive 15 is applied to at least a part of at least the absorber 4 side surface of the indicator 12. <;P>;COPYRIGHT: (C)2008,JPO&INPIT