Lighter ／ Kashiwa City
TL;DR
Lighter is classified as "Hazardous Waste / Dangerous and Hazardous Items" in Kashiwa City.
- 1 Use up the gas
- 2 Put only lighters in a transparent bag
- 3 Put it out on the Hazardous Waste collection day (the same day as recyclables, twice a month) (Kashiwa area)
- 4 Put it out at the designated place by 8:30 AM on collection day (Kashiwa area)
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Basic Info Quick Facts
Category
Hazardous Waste / Dangerous and Hazardous Items
Pickup Day
Depends on type
See the steps below and the official site
Fee
Check
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Booking
Depends on type
See the steps below and the official site
Details & How-to
02Lighter is classified as Hazardous Waste / Dangerous and Hazardous Items.
Disposal Steps
- Use up the gas
- Put only lighters in a transparent bag
- Put it out on the Hazardous Waste collection day (the same day as recyclables, twice a month) (Kashiwa area)
- Put it out at the designated place by 8:30 AM on collection day (Kashiwa area)
Important Notes
Collection schedules and sorting rules may change. Please check the official website for the latest information.
- Do not mix Hazardous Waste with recyclables
- In the Shonan area the category is "Dangerous and Hazardous Items" (once a month, by 8 AM on collection day). Use up the gas or oil
- "Chakkaman" lighters are also Hazardous Waste, the same as disposable lighters (Kashiwa area)
Official Info & Contact
03Kashiwa City Contact
Contact
Muni.
Kashiwa City
Chiba
Dept.
Environmental Services Division
📞 04-7167-1139 / Weekdays 8:30-17:15
Official
Official website
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Category
Hazardous Waste / Dangerous and Hazardous Items
Official Sources
Primary Source
Official Website
city.kashiwa.lg.jp
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Last verified: 2026-09-27
Disclaimer
This article is based on official information from Kashiwa City, but may differ from current rules. Verify on the official website before disposing. See our Editorial Policy and Terms of Use.