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Hazardous Waste Updated 2026-02-24 Shibuya Ward

Rechargeable Battery / Shibuya Ward

TL;DR

Rechargeable Battery is classified as "Hazardous Waste" in Shibuya Ward. Fee: Free.

How to dispose 3 STEPS Free
  1. 1 Cover the terminals with cellophane tape to insulate them.
  2. 2 Put it in the collection box at a home appliance store or home center.
  3. 3 Collected at JBRC recycling partner stores
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Basic Info Quick Facts

Category Hazardous Waste
Pickup Day Monthly / bring-in Drop-off may apply
Fee Free
Booking Special pickup Designated point

Details & How-to

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Rechargeable Battery is classified as Hazardous Waste.

Disposal Steps

  1. Cover the terminals with cellophane tape to insulate them.
  2. Put it in the collection box at a home appliance store or home center.
  3. Collected at JBRC recycling partner stores

Important Notes

Collection schedules and sorting rules may change. Please check the official website for the latest information.

  • Batteries that are swollen or damaged may not be recoverable.
  • Put it in a collection box at an electronics store, etc. Not collected by the ward

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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Shibuya Ward Contact

Contact
Muni. Shibuya Ward Tokyo
Dept. Cleaning and Recycling Department 📞 03-5467-4073 / Weekdays 8:30-17:00
Official Official website Check for latest info
Category Hazardous Waste

Official Sources

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Disclaimer This article is based on official information from Shibuya Ward, but may differ from current rules. Verify on the official website before disposing. See our Editorial Policy and Terms of Use.
SOURCEShibuya Ward LAST REVIEW2026-02-24 PREFTokyo