Lighter ／ Okazaki City
TL;DR
Lighter is classified as "Flammable Hazardous Waste" in Okazaki City.
- 1 Use it up completely
- 2 If it cannot be used up, release the gas properly, or label it as "contents remaining" using memo paper or similar
- 3 Put it in the yellow container at the recycling station on the collection day for "cans and bottles" (once every two weeks)
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Basic Info Quick Facts
Category
Flammable Hazardous Waste
Pickup Day
Check
See the steps below and the calendar
Fee
Free / bring-in
Depends on method
Booking
Special pickup
Designated point
Details & How-to
02Lighter is classified as Flammable Hazardous Waste.
Disposal Steps
- Use it up completely
- If it cannot be used up, release the gas properly, or label it as "contents remaining" using memo paper or similar
- Put it in the yellow container at the recycling station on the collection day for "cans and bottles" (once every two weeks)
Important Notes
Collection schedules and sorting rules may change. Please check the official website for the latest information.
- Never put it out as "Non-burnable Garbage", as it can cause fires in collection trucks and elsewhere
- It can also be taken to the Comprehensive Resource Station "Risuta Inaguma" (daily 9:00-16:00, except year-end/New Year holidays and stormy weather)
Official Info & Contact
03Okazaki City Contact
Contact
Muni.
Okazaki City
Aichi
Dept.
Waste Management Division
📞 0564-23-6530 / Weekdays 8:30-17:15
Official
Official website
Check for latest info
Category
Flammable Hazardous Waste
Official Sources
Primary Source
Official Website
city.okazaki.lg.jp
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Last verified: 2026-09-27
Disclaimer
This article is based on official information from Okazaki City, but may differ from current rules. Verify on the official website before disposing. See our Editorial Policy and Terms of Use.