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Recyclables (PET Bottles) / Burnable Garbage Updated 2026-09-26 Yachiyo City

PET Bottle / Yachiyo City

TL;DR

PET Bottle is classified as "Recyclables (PET Bottles) / Burnable Garbage" in Yachiyo City.

How to dispose 4 STEPS Regular collection
  1. 1 Remove the cap and peel off the label
  2. 2 Rinse the inside and crush the bottle
  3. 3 Put it directly into the blue "PET bottle collection net bag" (do not put it in a designated garbage bag)
  4. 4 Take it to the collection point by 8:30 a.m. on the collection day
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Basic Info Quick Facts

Category Recyclables (PET Bottles) / Burnable Garbage
Pickup Day Varies by area See the city's collection calendar
Fee Free
Booking No booking Just put out on day

Details & How-to

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PET Bottle is classified as Recyclables (PET Bottles) / Burnable Garbage.

Disposal Steps

  1. Remove the cap and peel off the label
  2. Rinse the inside and crush the bottle
  3. Put it directly into the blue "PET bottle collection net bag" (do not put it in a designated garbage bag)
  4. Take it to the collection point by 8:30 a.m. on the collection day

Important Notes

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

  • Covered items are colorless, transparent PET bottles bearing the identification mark that were used for beverages or food, contain no oil, and are not heavily soiled
  • Caps and labels, bottles whose oil cannot be removed, heavily soiled bottles, and colored bottles go out as Burnable Garbage
  • They can also be taken to the drop-off collection points in front of the Employment Counseling Room on the 1st floor of City Hall, at the Board of Education building, and at each community center (except Midorigaoka Community Center) (the Fureai Plaza point cannot be used from March 27, 2026 due to renovation work)

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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Yachiyo City Contact

Contact
Muni. Yachiyo City Chiba
Dept. クリーン推進課 📞 047-483-1151 / 月曜日~金曜日 8:30~17:00(祝日・年末年始を除く)
Official Official website Check for latest info
Category Recyclables (PET Bottles) / Burnable Garbage

Official Sources

Primary Source
Disclaimer This article is based on official information from Yachiyo City, but may differ from current rules. Verify on the official website before disposing. See our Editorial Policy and Terms of Use.
SOURCEYachiyo City LAST REVIEW2026-09-26 PREFChiba