Rechargeable Battery ／ Matsuyama City
TL;DR
Rechargeable Battery is classified as "Not Collected" in Matsuyama City.
- 1 Remove the small rechargeable battery from the product (do not take it apart or break it to remove the battery)
- 2 Insulate the metal terminals of the positive and negative poles and any lead wires by covering them with tape or similar
- 3 Put it in a recycling box installed at City Hall, branch offices, etc. (accepted during each facility's opening hours; electronics stores and others also collect them)
- 4 Hand large batteries that do not fit in the recycling box to staff at the counter (batteries of electrically assisted bicycles are also collected by the bicycle shop where you bought it)
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Basic Info Quick Facts
Category
Not Collected
Pickup Day
Not collected
Shops / drop-off points (see steps below)Shops / drop-off points (see steps above)
Fee
Check
Depends on where you take it
Booking
Not collected
See the steps belowSee the steps above
Details & How-to
02Rechargeable Battery is classified as Not Collected.
Disposal Steps
- Remove the small rechargeable battery from the product (do not take it apart or break it to remove the battery)
- Insulate the metal terminals of the positive and negative poles and any lead wires by covering them with tape or similar
- Put it in a recycling box installed at City Hall, branch offices, etc. (accepted during each facility's opening hours; electronics stores and others also collect them)
- Hand large batteries that do not fit in the recycling box to staff at the counter (batteries of electrically assisted bicycles are also collected by the bicycle shop where you bought it)
Important Notes
Collection schedules and sorting rules may change. Please check the official website for the latest information.
- It cannot be put out at the garbage collection point (it easily catches fire if damaged and is very dangerous)
- Products from which the battery cannot be removed, and products from which the battery has been removed, are Oversized Items
- Covered items are batteries of JBRC member companies that are not swollen or damaged and have a recycling mark (nickel-cadmium, nickel-metal hydride or lithium-ion). For batteries not covered, contact the manufacturer. For mobile phone and smartphone batteries, consult the retailer
Disposal Method Comparison
| Method | Cost | Effort | Speed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Municipal | Low/Free | Medium | Slow |
| Pickup | High | Low | Fast |
| Recycle | Free+ | Medium | Medium |
| Flea market | Free+ | High | Slow |
Official Info & Contact
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Last verified: 2026-09-26
Disclaimer
This article is based on official information from Matsuyama City, but may differ from current rules. Verify on the official website before disposing. See our Editorial Policy and Terms of Use.