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Plastic Updated 2026-03-07 Seto City

Styrofoam / Seto City

TL;DR

Styrofoam is classified as "Plastic" in Seto City. Fee: Free.

How to dispose 4 STEPS Free
  1. 1 Check for plastic mark
  2. 2 Rinse lightly or wipe to remove dirt
  3. 3 Put in yellow or white resource bag
  4. 4 Take out to resource collection area on twice-monthly collection day (by 8:30 AM)
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Basic Info Quick Facts

Category Plastic
Pickup Day Check See municipal calendar
Fee Free
Booking No booking Just put out on day

Details & How-to

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Styrofoam is classified as Plastic.

Disposal Steps

  1. Check for plastic mark
  2. Rinse lightly or wipe to remove dirt
  3. Put in yellow or white resource bag
  4. Take out to resource collection area on twice-monthly collection day (by 8:30 AM)

Important Notes

Collection schedules and sorting rules may change. Please check the official website for the latest information.

Disposal Method Comparison

Method Cost Effort Speed
Municipal Low/Free Medium Slow
Pickup High Low Fast
Recycle Free+ Medium Medium
Flea market Free+ High Slow

Official Info & Contact

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Seto City Contact

Contact
Muni. Seto City Aichi
Dept. Environmental Division, Waste Reduction Section 📞 0561-88-2674 / Weekdays 8:30-17:15
Official Official website Check for latest info
Category Plastic

Official Sources

Primary Source
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SOURCESeto City LAST REVIEW2026-03-07 PREFAichi