The prrpose of this study is to investigate the need and perception of home economics education for middle school male pupils. The data were collected using questionnaires from 630 male pupils in Seoul The major results of this study were summarized as follows; (1)The male pupils generally perceived Subject s value of home economics education. (2)The male pupils in 1 grade interested in home economics education ut the higher grade, the fewer interest they are. (3)The male pupils recognized subject of home economi9cs education as practical joyfur subject. (4)The male pupils took the affirmative view in home economics education. (5)The male pupils wanted the same textbook as females.