Tokyo police handle over four million lost items yearly, returning about 70% to owners.

Tokyo police meticulously handle over four million lost items annually, including umbrellas, keys, and even pets like flying squirrels. With around 80 staff members organizing these items using a database system, about 70% of valuables are returned to their owners. The center, operating since the 1950s, has seen an increase in lost items due to a post-pandemic surge in tourists and smaller gadgets. Items unclaimed within three months are sold or discarded.

November 23, 2024
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