Paper Carton ／ Matsuyama City
TL;DR
Paper Carton is classified as "Paper / Burnable Garbage" in Matsuyama City.
- 1 Wash it, open it up and let it dry
- 2 Sort it as "paper cartons" within Paper and tie it with string in a cross shape (plastic bags cannot be used)
- 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 / 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
02Paper Carton is classified as Paper / Burnable Garbage.
Disposal Steps
- Wash it, open it up and let it dry
- Sort it as "paper cartons" within Paper and tie it with string in a cross shape (plastic bags cannot be used)
- 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.
- Cartons whose inside is not white and cartons under 500 ml are difficult to recycle and are Burnable Garbage
- Paper cartons are also collected at stores such as supermarkets
- 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
03Matsuyama City Contact
Contact
Muni.
Matsuyama City
ehime
Official
Official website
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Category
Paper / Burnable Garbage
Official Sources
Primary Source
Official Website
city.matsuyama.ehime.jp
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Last verified: 2026-09-26
Disclaimer
This article is based on official information from Matsuyama City, but may differ from current rules. Verify on the official website before disposing. See our Editorial Policy and Terms of Use.