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Oversized Items / Small Appliance Collection Box Updated 2026-09-26 Matsuyama City

Hair Dryer / Matsuyama City

TL;DR

Hair Dryer is classified as "Oversized Items / Small Appliance Collection Box" in Matsuyama City. Fee: Free (door-to-door oversized item collection). Direct drop-off at Minami Clean Center is free for 30 kg or less (a fee by weight applies above that).

How to dispose 4 STEPS Free (door-to-door oversized item collection). Direct drop-off at Minami Clean Center is free for 30 kg or less (a fee by weight applies above that) Store drop-off
  1. 1 In the Matsuyama/Hojo area, apply for door-to-door oversized item collection by postcard, online, or via the official Matsuyama City LINE account (check your application zone and application period in the Oversized Item Collection Application Guide)
  2. 2 Attach the oversized item sticker that arrives about one week before the collection day, and put the item out at the place specified in your application by 8:00 AM on the collection day
  3. 3 If it fits in the slot (about 30 cm wide x 15 cm high), you may also put it in a small appliance collection box at a city facility during its opening hours
  4. 4 You can also take it directly to Minami Clean Center (Nishi Clean Center does not accept electrical products)
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Basic Info Quick Facts

Category Oversized Items / Small Appliance Collection Box
Pickup Day Check See the steps below and the official site
Fee Free (door-to-door oversized item collection). Direct drop-off at Minami Clean Center is free for 30 kg or less (a fee by weight applies above that)
Booking Check See the steps below and the official site

Details & How-to

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Hair Dryer is classified as Oversized Items / Small Appliance Collection Box.

Disposal Steps

  1. In the Matsuyama/Hojo area, apply for door-to-door oversized item collection by postcard, online, or via the official Matsuyama City LINE account (check your application zone and application period in the Oversized Item Collection Application Guide)
  2. Attach the oversized item sticker that arrives about one week before the collection day, and put the item out at the place specified in your application by 8:00 AM on the collection day
  3. If it fits in the slot (about 30 cm wide x 15 cm high), you may also put it in a small appliance collection box at a city facility during its opening hours
  4. You can also take it directly to Minami Clean Center (Nishi Clean Center does not accept electrical products)

Important Notes

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

  • Anything that uses electricity or batteries is an oversized item regardless of size. You can apply for up to 5 items per application period, and each household can apply up to 6 times a year
  • The collection box accepts only items used in households. Items that do not fit in the slot must be put out as oversized items. Items put in the box cannot be returned
  • The Nakajima area uses a different method: put oversized items out at the garbage collection point (once a month; put small ones in a colorless transparent bag of 45 liters or less) or take them to the Nakajima Recycling Center

Compare Your Options

Municipal collection Free (door-to-door oversized item collection). Direct drop-off at Minami Clean Center is free for 30 kg or less (a fee by weight applies above that)

Classified as Oversized Items / Small Appliance Collection Box in Matsuyama City. The cheapest standard route. Oversized items require advance booking.

Junk removal service PR Paid (quote)

They handle carrying out, scheduling, and bulk pickup. Best when in a hurry or unable to carry items.

Sell to a buyback service Free (may earn cash)

Newer items from major brands in working condition may sell instead of costing disposal fees. Appraisal is free.

Give away / Sell directly Free~

In good condition, local boards or flea market apps may find a taker. Best if you have time to spare.

When hiring a service, verify they hold a general waste collection license. How to spot bad services
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Official Info & Contact

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Matsuyama City Contact

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Category Oversized Items / Small Appliance Collection Box

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