Well start collecting small rechargeable batteries (lithium-ion batteries) from April 1, 2026.

【Effective from April 1, 2026】 Start of Collection for Small Rechargeable Batteries (Lithium-ion Batteries)

  The city will begin collecting lithium-ion batteries and related items to prevent fires.

  Fire accidents caused by batteries and other materials have occurred at waste disposal facilities and garbage collection trucks across the country, and there have also been cases of such fire accidents in Niiza City.

  If waste collection services become unavailable because of it, it could greatly impact residents.

  Therefore, starting April 1, we will begin collecting small rechargeable batteries in this city.

How to dispose Small Rechargeable Batteries （別ウィンドウ・PDFファイル・542KB）

◎Start Date​

April 1, 2026 (Wednesday)

Small rechargeable batteries will be collected on the same day as Non-burnable Garbage.

◎ Items You Can Put Out

・Rechargeable batteries: lithium-ion batteries, mobile power banks, etc.

・Devices with built-in batteries: smartphones, handheld fans, electric shavers, etc.

→ Note: These items are previously categorized as non-burnable garbage, but will now be collected separately as hazardous garbage to prevent fires.

◎ How to Dispose

When: On your scheduled “Non-burnable Garbage” day (once every two weeks)

Where: Place them directly into the “Cans” or “Bottles” basket

How: Insulate the battery terminals with tape (e.g., cellophane tape) to prevent short circuits

→ Note: You do not need to separate them from other non-burnable garbage in the basket.　

                  No need any bag, just put them in the basket directly.

◎CRITICAL WARNINGS​

・DO NOT put them in the “Used Dry Cell Batteries” bucket.

・DO NOT put out batteries that are swollen, deformed, or damaged. These are fire hazards.

・Size limit: Items larger than an 18L can(approx 24cm x 24cm x 35cm) must be disposed of as “Oversized Garbage”.

What to do with Swollen or Damaged Batteries

  Batteries that are swollen, deformed, or broken cannot be put out at the garbage collection site because they might catch fire.

  How to Dispose: Please bring them directly to the Fujimi Environmental Center (Fujimi Kankyo Center).

 * Disposal Fee: No charge

 * Note: City Hall (Environment Section) does not accept these items.

[Requirement] Advance Reservation

  You must make a reservation by phone before bringing the items.

 * Booking Center: Oversized Garbage Reception Center (Sodai Gomi Uketsuke Center)

 * Phone: 048-479-5300

 * Hours: 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM (Monday - Friday)

   (Closed on Saturdays, Sundays, Holidays, and Year-end/New Year holidays)