LAMA Store Launches Home Food Waste Disposer to Tackle Summer Odor and Reduce Waste by Up to 96%*

No More Food Waste Odor: Introducing a Home Food Waste Disposer with Up to 96% Reduction, Dual Deodorization, and Cleaning Functions to Solve Summer Waste Problems

LAMA Store is introducing a new home food waste disposer designed to help households manage daily kitchen waste more effectively. This innovative appliance offers significant waste reduction of up to approximately 96%, features a dual deodorization system using ozone and activated carbon, operates quietly at around 38dB, and includes a dedicated cleaning mode. It aims to dry and pulverize food scraps such as vegetable peels, fruit skins, and leftovers, thereby reducing unpleasant odors and the burden of waste disposal.

Especially during summer, when food waste odors are more prevalent, the product encourages a new habit: processing food waste on the same day it is generated.

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Addressing “Food Waste Stress” in Summer Kitchens

As temperatures rise, summer often brings increased concerns about food waste odors, leaks, and fruit flies. Many individuals experience daily stress related to cooking, such as not wanting to keep food waste until collection day or quickly filling up garbage bags.

According to Japan’s Ministry of the Environment, the nation’s household waste emissions for fiscal year 2024 totaled 21.17 million tons, averaging 466g per person per day. While the overall amount of waste is declining, reducing household waste remains a critical challenge. Additionally, food loss in fiscal year 2024 amounted to 4.61 million tons, with 2.24 million tons originating from households.

In response to these issues, SOPPY proposes an alternative to simply discarding food waste: reducing it at home first. By processing food waste on the day it is generated, the product aims to ease the burden of waste disposal and support a cleaner, more comfortable kitchen environment.

Five Key Features of the Home Food Waste Disposer

01 | Up to 96% Reduction: Reduce Waste Before Disposal

The appliance significantly reduces the volume and weight of food waste by heating and drying the moisture content, then finely pulverizing it. Internal testing demonstrated a reduction from 1,220g of food waste to 48.8g after processing, achieving a maximum reduction of approximately 96%. This feature helps reduce the number of garbage bags used and lightens the load during waste disposal.

Results are based on internal testing. The reduction rate may vary depending on the type, moisture content, amount of input, and usage environment of the food waste.

02 | Dual Deodorization with Ozone x Activated Carbon: Mitigate Unpleasant Odors

One common concern with food waste processing is the distinct odor. This product incorporates a dual deodorization design, combining ozone deodorization with an activated carbon filter. Ozone targets and breaks down the source of odors, while the activated carbon filter adsorbs any remaining smells. This helps maintain a more comfortable kitchen, especially during warmer months when food waste may be stored for longer periods.

03 | Quiet Design at Approximately 38dB: “Put It in at Night, Fresh in the Morning”

Operating noise is a crucial factor when integrating a food waste disposer into daily life. This appliance features a quiet design, operating at approximately 38dB. This makes it suitable for use during the night, allowing users to process food waste after dinner and wake up to a clean kitchen. Its quiet operation makes it ideal for kitchens connected to living areas or for households that handle chores late at night.

04 | Equipped with Cleaning Mode: Easy Maintenance for Daily Use

Given that it processes food waste, the product’s design also prioritizes ease of cleaning after use. The main unit includes a cleaning mode. By adding water to the container and selecting the cleaning mode, internal dirt and fine residue can be washed away. The processing container is also removable, making it easy to maintain a hygienic condition for a daily kitchen appliance.

05 | Approximately 2.5L Capacity x Compact Design: Suits Various Lifestyles

Despite having an approximate processing capacity of 2.5L, the main unit measures approximately W250 x D362 x H300mm. This compact size allows it to be placed in limited kitchen spaces, making it suitable for apartments, condominiums, and single-person households. It is recommended for dual-income households, families with children, and individuals living alone who wish to reduce the daily burden of waste disposal and household chores.

A New Food Waste Disposal Habit: “Put It in at Night, Fresh in the Morning”

LAMA Store proposes a new habit of processing food waste at home on the day it is generated, moving away from the traditional style of storing it until collection day. After dinner, vegetable scraps, fruit peels, and leftovers can be placed into the unit. By pressing a button to start processing, the appliance dries, pulverizes, and cools the waste overnight, resulting in a compact state by morning. Integrating “cooking” and “processing food waste” into daily routines aims to alleviate the burden of waste disposal and food waste storage.

From “Eco-Appliance” to “Lifestyle Appliance”

The market for home food waste disposers has seen an increase in products that prioritize ease of use in daily life, beyond just waste reduction. These include features like odor control, compact design, quiet operation, automation, and simple maintenance. By 2026, compact models using drying and pulverizing methods, as well as products equipped with AI-based automatic control, quiet designs, and automatic cleaning, are expected to emerge. This shift indicates that home food waste disposers are evolving from “specialized machines for the environment” into kitchen appliances that enhance daily convenience.

Moving forward, further miniaturization, noise reduction, and automation are anticipated. Additionally, combining these appliances with the reuse and recycling of processed food waste, as well as local government subsidy programs, is likely to gain attention. Against this backdrop, LAMA Store aims to offer food waste disposers not as “products to be endured for environmental reasons,” but as “convenient products that users want to use daily.”

Recommended for

• Individuals concerned about food waste odors in summer.

• Those troubled by food waste storage issues such as fruit flies or leaks.

• Individuals looking to reduce garbage bag usage.

• Those who want to lessen the burden of waste disposal.

• Residents of apartments or condominiums who prefer not to store food waste for extended periods.

• Those seeking a compact food waste disposer that fits well in their kitchen.

• Dual-income households aiming to save time on household chores.

• Families with children seeking to reduce daily household burdens.

• Single-person households concerned about food waste odors and hygiene.

• Individuals wishing to start an environmentally conscious lifestyle effortlessly.

Product Overview

• Product Name: Home Food Waste Disposer

• Processing Method: Drying and Pulverizing

• Capacity: Approximately 2.5L

• Recommended Processing Amount: Approximately 2kg

• Reduction Rate: Up to approximately 96%

• Deodorization Method: Ozone Deodorization + Activated Carbon Filter

• Operating Noise: Approximately 38dB

• Main Functions: Drying, Pulverizing, Cooling, Cleaning Mode

• Main Unit Size: Approximately W250 x D362 x H300mm

• Standard Retail Price: 49,800 yen (tax included)

• Distributor: LAMA Store

Product specifications and selling prices are subject to change without notice.

Company Overview

L&L LivelyLife Inc., founded in 2015, is a lifestyle technology company that develops smartwatches, earphones, smartphone accessories, small home appliances, and outdoor equipment. With sales in Japan, Europe, the Americas, and Southeast Asia, the company has served over 10 million users. It aims to provide high-quality and convenient products by capturing the latest technology and market needs.

• Company Name: L&L LivelyLife Inc.

• Representative: Hidenori Shida

• Location: Tachikawa AS Building 3F, 3-1-13 Nishikicho, Tachikawa-shi, Tokyo

• Phone: 042-512-8274

• URL: https://livelylife.jp/