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Garbage Disposal

Regional garbage separation rules and disposal methods

♻️ Regional Garbage Separation Guide

Tokyo 23 Wards

Garbage Separation Rules

Garbage separation rules vary by region. Always check the official guide for your area.

View Official Garbage Guide

⚠️ Important!

Improper garbage disposal may result in fines or non-collection. Please follow local rules.

💡 You can also ask your landlord or neighbors about local rules

Burnable (可燃ごみ)

2-3 times/week
Food wastePaperWood productsPlastic packagingRubber/leather

Non-burnable (不燃ごみ)

1-2 times/month
GlassCeramicsMetalsSmall appliances

Recyclables (資源ごみ)

Once/week
PET bottlesCansBottlesPaper cartonsNewspapers/magazines

Oversized (粗大ごみ)

Advance booking required (fee)
FurnitureBicyclesLarge appliancesBeds/sofas

📌 Separation Rules

  • 🕐 Put out at designated time (usually before 8 AM)
  • 🎒 Use designated garbage bags (buy at convenience stores/supermarkets)
  • 📅 Follow collection schedule (varies by area)
  • 🏠 Dispose only at designated locations
  • 💧 Drain liquids before disposal

⚠️ Penalties for Violations

  • Improper separation → Collection refusal + warning sticker
  • Repeated violations → Fine up to ¥50,000
  • Illegal dumping → Up to 5 years imprisonment or ¥10 million fine

📚 Official Sources & References