【Tokyo 23 Wards - June Rainy Season】Safe Disposal of Swollen Power Banks Found in Apartments and Offices: Professional Recovery for Lithium-Ion Batteries Rejected by Local Authorities Starting from 5,500 Yen

## Battery Collection in Tokyo's 23 Wards

June is a season for cleaning up, conducting inventories at workplaces and warehouses, and reviewing equipment. In Tokyo's 23 wards, there is a growing trend of consultations regarding the disposal of stored lithium-ion batteries.

Due to the widespread use of rechargeable equipment—such as power banks, smartphone batteries, laptop batteries, power tool batteries, and e-bike batteries—the number of households and businesses possessing these items has increased.

However, many batteries remain stored in dangerous conditions for reasons such as:

- "It's swollen, and I'm afraid to dispose of it."
- "My local municipality said they cannot collect it."
- "The waste center refused to accept it."
- "I don't know where to take it."

In Tokyo's 23 wards, which feature many apartment complexes, batteries left in common areas, storage rooms, or management offices are often discovered during seasonal clean-ups. For companies, batteries are often accumulated during office relocations, equipment upgrades, or warehouse organization.

Lithium-ion batteries are often treated as "difficult-to-process" items by municipalities and cannot be disposed of via regular bulky or non-combustible waste collection. Accidental inclusion in general waste poses a significant risk of fire in collection trucks and processing facilities.

In response, Marutto Honpo (operated by SYSTR Co., Ltd.) is continuing its safe collection service for lithium-ion batteries, including swollen units, across Tokyo's 23 wards throughout June. Starting from 5,500 yen (tax included) for on-site collection, the service ensures proper disposal via specialized routes that strictly adhere to fire safety, insulation, and legal compliance standards.

The service covers both homes and businesses—including offices, stores, and warehouses—aiming to reduce storage risks and create a safe disposal environment in Tokyo.

## Campaign Overview

- Duration: June 1 – June 30, 2026
- Target Area: All 23 Wards of Tokyo (Same-day and night services available)

[On-site Collection]
- 1st item: 5,500 JPY (tax included)
- From 2nd item onwards: 2,750 JPY per item (tax included)

[Akihabara Drop-off]
- 1st item: 3,300 JPY (tax included)
- From 2nd item onwards: 2,750 JPY per item (tax included)

Apply via LINE or phone for same-day service. Safe disposal is available even for swollen or deformed batteries (safety measures may be advised based on the condition).