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Mixed Paper / Matsuyama City

TL;DR

Mixed Paper is classified as "Paper" in Matsuyama City.

How to dispose 3 STEPS
  1. 1 Sort it as "books and mixed paper" within Paper and tie it with string in a cross shape (plastic bags cannot be used)
  2. 2 Fold small pieces of mixed paper and insert them between magazines, etc., or put them in a paper bag (one without a glossy surface), fold the opening 2 or 3 times and tie it with string
  3. 3 Put it out at the designated place by 8 a.m. on Paper day (once every 2 weeks)
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Basic Info Quick Facts

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

Details & How-to

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Mixed Paper is classified as Paper.

Disposal Steps

  1. Sort it as "books and mixed paper" within Paper and tie it with string in a cross shape (plastic bags cannot be used)
  2. Fold small pieces of mixed paper and insert them between magazines, etc., or put them in a paper bag (one without a glossy surface), fold the opening 2 or 3 times and tie it with string
  3. Put it out at the designated place by 8 a.m. on Paper day (once every 2 weeks)

Important Notes

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

  • Paper that has been in direct contact with food or detergent, or that has gold/silver or plastic (vinyl) processing, is Burnable Garbage
  • For window envelopes, cut out the cellophane window before putting them out (the cellophane is Burnable Garbage)
  • In the Nakajima area, Paper is collected once a month

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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Matsuyama City Contact

Contact
Muni. Matsuyama City ehime
Official Official website Check for latest info
Category Paper

Official Sources

Primary Source
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