Jun 29, 2025 · Japan''s energy storage landscape is shifting, pushed by household demand, corporate ESG mandates, and domestic battery manufacturing. The residential lithium-ion
Get StartedTokyo, Friday, 15 December 2023 – Pan-Asian renewable energy developer Gurīn Energy today announced plans to enter the Japanese market to
Get StartedDec 4, 2023 · The nascent grid-scale energy storage market in Japan now has its first-ever dedicated investment fund, to be jointly managed by Gore Street.
Get StartedSep 26, 2024 · A Growing Need for Energy Storage The increasing generation of renewables on the Japanese grid has led to various support policies and
Get StartedMay 14, 2024 · About CHC CHC is a battery energy storage system ("BESS") project development and electricity data management company. With its
Get StartedTypes of Tokyo batteries Lithium-Ion Batteries The Lithium-Ion battery developed in Tokyo has become a common power supply system known for its high energy density and
Get StartedSep 26, 2024 · With a rated output of 30 MW and a storage capacity of 120 MWh, Hirohara BESS will be capable of providing four hours of electricity to approximately 63,000 households, about
Get StartedJapanese gas and energy supplier Tokyo Gas plans to acquire US battery energy storage system (BESS) company Longbow in Texas, targeting to begin commercial operations of the system
Get StartedMay 1, 2025 · Tokyo-based green power developer Bison Energy announced that 195.75 MW of its battery energy storage system (BESS) projects have
Get StartedNov 27, 2024 · Will contribute to stable power supply with world-leading 50,000-kilowatt storage battery system TOKYO, March 3, 2016 – Mitsubishi Electric Corporation (TOKYO: 6503)
Get StartedJun 8, 2023 · A grid-scale battery storage project in Hokkaido, northern Japan, the only region of the country where energy storage is required for new renewable energy projects. Image:
Get StartedApr 15, 2025 · LS Electric will deploy a 20MW/90MWh battery storage system in Japan after it was awarded the contract through a competitive solicitation.
Get StartedFeb 17, 2023 · Details Battery Storage Subsidies in Japan Introduction In the Sixth Strategic Energy Plan, published by the Japanese Government in October 2021, targets are set to (a)
Get StartedApr 24, 2024 · Hazelwood, a battery storage system in Australia jointly developed by Eku with ENGIE, using BESS equipment supplied and integrated by
Get StartedJun 27, 2023 · Milestone reached in utility-scale battery storage market development in Japan, with Pacifico Energy trading energy from two new
Get StartedSep 26, 2024 · Gore Street Capital and ITOCHU Corporation have been selected by the Tokyo Metropolitan Government (TMG) to manage Japan''s first fund
Get StartedMar 11, 2025 · Kamigumi to build Tokyo Uminomori Battery Energy Storage System for grid-scale battery business|This page provides lists news
Get StartedSep 5, 2024 · On Tuesday (3 September), power management company ENERES announced the start of a demonstration project to evaluate the
Get StartedJan 7, 2022 · Imagine a stable power supply along with a high energy density! This is exactly what has been developed by scientists at Tokyo Institute of
Get StartedAug 13, 2025 · A total of 12 projects totaling 180MW/595.3MWh was awarded 13 billion yen through Tokyo''s FY2024 subsidy for promoting grid-scale battery
Get StartedApr 24, 2024 · Eku Energy has announced its first battery storage project in Japan, the 30MW / 120MWh Hirohara battery energy storage system (BESS)
Get StartedMar 11, 2025 · This battery energy storage system will be the first to be newly constructed in Tokyo and has been selected for the Tokyo Metropolitan
Get StartedRooftop solar and local battery storage has been widely adopted in many countries in recent years as the technology has become more affordable, and the cost of power from fossil fuels
Get Started2 days ago · The Hirohara Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) is located in Oaza Hirohara, Miyazaki City, Miyazaki Prefecture. The 30MW/120MWh battery is Eku''s first in Japan, and the
Get StartedOct 1, 2024 · Eku Energy begins first battery project in Japan, Gore Street has raised funding for the country''s first energy storage-dedicated fund.
Get StartedAug 8, 2025 · Significance for Tokyo''s Energy Future: The development and deployment of robust urban solar battery systems are crucial for Tokyo''s future. As a global megacity, Tokyo faces
Get StartedSep 30, 2024 · Gore Street Capital Successfully Completes Fundraising Round for Japan''s Inaugural Energy Storage Fund, in Partnership with the ITOCHU
Get StartedHouston-based Tokyo Gas America has received $118.5 million in investment tax credits for its battery energy storage system in Brazoria County. The system
Get StartedAug 13, 2025 · The Tokyo government-industry fund was first announced in 2023. Tokyo Energy Storage Plant Investment Limited Partnership raised over 8 billion yen, Itochu Corporation,
Get Started5 days ago · A total of 27 projects was awarded 34.6 billion yen in subsidies through METI''s FY2024 program for supporting the expansion of renewable
Get StartedSep 26, 2024 · London-headquartered Eku Energy has initiated the construction of the Hirohara Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) in Oh-Aza Hirohara, Miyazaki City, Miyazaki
Get StartedThis battery energy storage system will be the first to be newly constructed in Tokyo and has been selected for the Tokyo Metropolitan Government's Project to Support the Introduction of Grid-Scale Batteries with an Eye on Expanding the Adoption of Renewable Energy.
Tokyo Gas is also participating in the Japanese utility-scale battery energy storage system (BESS) market, signing a 20-year tolling offtake deal with Australian developer Eku Energy for a forthcoming 30MW/120MWh project.
Eku Energy has announced its first battery storage project in Japan, the 30MW / 120MWh Hirohara battery energy storage system (BESS) located in Oaza Hirohara, Miyazaki City, Miyazaki Prefecture. Eku Energy has agreed a 20-year offtake agreement for the project with Tokyo Gas.
Project financing has been arranged by MUFG Bank representing the first battery storage project they have arranged finance for in Japan. Under the offtake agreement, Eku Energy will own the BESS while Tokyo Gas will own 100% of its operating rights for 20 years, with Eku Energy responsible for the ongoing maintenance of the facility.
Thank you. The Hirohara Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) is located in Oaza Hirohara, Miyazaki City, Miyazaki Prefecture. The 30MW/120MWh battery is Eku’s first in Japan, and the company has agreed a 20-year offtake agreement for the project with Tokyo Gas.
Several megawatt-hours of residential battery storage systems, typically paired with solar PV, are being installed in Japan on a monthly basis. This is largely due to concerns about losing power at home, given the seismic activity the country is frequently subject to, as well as extreme weather events like typhoons.
The global commercial and industrial solar energy storage battery market is experiencing unprecedented growth, with demand increasing by over 400% in the past three years. Large-scale battery storage solutions now account for approximately 45% of all new commercial solar installations worldwide. North America leads with 42% market share, driven by corporate sustainability goals and federal investment tax credits that reduce total system costs by 30-35%. Europe follows with 35% market share, where standardized industrial storage designs have cut installation timelines by 60% compared to custom solutions. Asia-Pacific represents the fastest-growing region at 50% CAGR, with manufacturing innovations reducing system prices by 20% annually. Emerging markets are adopting commercial storage for peak shaving and energy cost reduction, with typical payback periods of 3-6 years. Modern industrial installations now feature integrated systems with 50kWh to multi-megawatt capacity at costs below $500/kWh for complete energy solutions.
Technological advancements are dramatically improving solar energy storage battery performance while reducing costs for commercial applications. Next-generation battery management systems maintain optimal performance with 50% less energy loss, extending battery lifespan to 20+ years. Standardized plug-and-play designs have reduced installation costs from $1,000/kW to $550/kW since 2022. Smart integration features now allow industrial systems to operate as virtual power plants, increasing business savings by 40% through time-of-use optimization and grid services. Safety innovations including multi-stage protection and thermal management systems have reduced insurance premiums by 30% for commercial storage installations. New modular designs enable capacity expansion through simple battery additions at just $450/kWh for incremental storage. These innovations have improved ROI significantly, with commercial projects typically achieving payback in 4-7 years depending on local electricity rates and incentive programs. Recent pricing trends show standard industrial systems (50-100kWh) starting at $25,000 and premium systems (200-500kWh) from $100,000, with flexible financing options available for businesses.