Prepare for Disasters with CHARGESPOT's Free Trial Offer
As part of its ongoing mission to enhance disaster preparedness, INFORICH Co., the operator of the mobile battery-sharing service CHARGESPOT™, has launched a promotional campaign aligned with September, which is designated as Disaster Prevention Month in Japan. From September 1 to September 30, 2026, users will have the opportunity to utilize the service for free for the initial three hours, valued at approximately 430 yen, as part of the "Prepare for Emergencies! First-Time User Support Campaign".
Campaign Overview
The CHARGESPOT campaign is designed not only to increase awareness of the free battery service provided during large-scale disasters—where users can access battery rentals for less than 48 hours at no cost—but also to encourage the installation and use of the CHARGESPOT app in everyday situations. This dual approach aims to ensure that users can effortlessly rely on the service during emergencies.
Key Elements of the Campaign:
- - Campaign Name: Prepare for Emergencies! First-Time User Support Campaign
- - Duration: September 1 - September 30, 2026
- - Target Audience: New users registering for CHARGESPOT during the campaign
- - Benefits: A free coupon for the first three hours of battery rental worth 430 yen, exclusively for new users.
Users can easily acquire their coupon by downloading the CHARGESPOT app, completing member registration, and following a QR code provided for the campaign.
Background and Objectives
1. Promoting Awareness of the 48-Hour Free Battery Rental
In the face of potential disasters, having access to charged smartphones becomes crucial for gathering information and maintaining communication. CHARGESPOT's initiative to offer free battery rentals for less than 48 hours during such emergencies serves as a vital lifeline. By enhancing public understanding of this service during non-emergency times, CHARGESPOT aims to promote a smoother response in case of a disaster.
2. Encouraging First-Time Usage
The campaign’s effort to provide new users with a free rental for the first three hours aims to familiarize them with the app’s functionality. Users are encouraged to check nearby CHARGESPOT locations and practice using the app, ensuring they are prepared to tap into this resource seamlessly during any emergencies.
3. Community-Centric Disaster Awareness Initiatives
Collaborating with local governments and partner facilities where CHARGESPOT units are stationed, the company is actively enhancing community awareness about disaster preparedness through signage at battery stands. This initiative fosters a culture of safety within the community and strengthens the disaster support network.
Participating municipalities include Aichi and Gunma Prefectures, each adhering to their specific guidelines regarding the promotion.
Future Prospects
Beyond being a practical battery-sharing service, CHARGESPOT envisions its role as a crucial element of local social infrastructure. The company plans to deepen its partnerships with corporations and municipal entities to continue contributing positively to disaster prevention and mitigation efforts.
CHARGESPOT's Unique Safety Framework
CHARGESPOT operates under a model based on three essential safety designs, ensuring high-quality maintenance and management of the batteries provided. By minimizing personal risk associated with battery ownership, the service promotes borrowing rather than owning, making it an efficient solution for everyday life and an essential charging infrastructure during disasters.
Service Overview
CHARGESPOT is an intuitive mobile battery-sharing service. It operates through a simple process where users scan a QR code at any battery stand using the app. With around 63,000 units installed across all 47 prefectures in Japan and expanding globally to regions such as Hong Kong, Taiwan, China, Thailand, Singapore, Macao, the UK, Italy, and Australia, the service is set to grow even further.
How to Use CHARGESPOT
About INFORICH Co.
- - Address: 10th Floor, Aoyama Oval Building, 5-52-2 Jingumae, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo 150-0001
- - CEO: Hiroyuki Akiyama
- - Established: September 2015
- - Company Website: INFORICH
About Odakyu Electric Railway
Odakyu Line, operated by Odakyu Electric Railway Co., connects Shinjuku with Odawara, providing essential transit support for approximately 1.96 million passengers daily.
Through this campaign and operational enhancements, CHARGESPOT aims at building a more resilient society prepared for unexpected disasters.