Bee Nest Removal

From spring to autumn, bee activity becomes more active. Please be careful as paper wasps and hornets may build nests under the eaves of your house or on the branches of garden trees.
City Hall conducts wasp nest removal for Public Facilities. For private property, we ask the owners to take action.
Furthermore, regarding hornets, due to their high aggression and danger, it is recommended to outsource to extermination professionals.

Rental of Protective Clothing for Bee Nest Removal

The Living Environment Division of City Hall offers free rental of protective clothing and insecticide spray (not suitable for hornets) for wasp nest removal.
Please use this when you are removing a beehive yourself.

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Note: Please bring an identification document such as a driver's license and visit City Hall during business hours.

Notice

• There is a limited supply of protective clothing. It is advisable to check the availability by phone in advance.
• If you wish to borrow or return protective clothing during the evening, on Saturdays, Sundays, or holidays, prior arrangements are necessary. Please contact the Living Environment Division, Environmental Conservation Section during office hours.
• Even when wearing protective clothing, please remain vigilant for safety and do not push yourself if you feel danger.

Introduction of Beehive Removal Contractors

Tokyo Pest Control Association
Phone 03-3254-0014
(This is a public organization established by specialized contractors for the control of harmful sanitary animals. They can introduce you to exterminators near your home.)

Note: Pest control by specialized operators is chargeable. Please clearly communicate the location and condition of the nest, and confirm in advance how much it will cost before using the service.

About Beehive Removal in Public Facilities

If you find a beehive in a public facility, please contact the facility manager (department) of each facility.

Bee Nest Removal Q&A

• Bee Nest Removal Q&A (PDF 254.7KB)

We have compiled frequently asked questions regarding wasp nest removal in a Q&A format. Please refer to it.

Let's refrain from unnecessary extermination

Bees are living creatures with a life of their own. They also have the aspect of being beneficial insects that eat flies, spiders, and caterpillars, which is helpful for humans. In most cases, bees attack due to their defensive instincts.
Particularly, species like the paper wasp are gentle, and it is rare for them to attack unless their nest is disturbed or they are swatted away with a hand.
If a nest is built in a place where there is no human activity and poses no hindrance or danger to daily life, let's refrain from indiscriminately removing the nest.