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Burnable Garbage / Non-burnable Garbage Updated 2026-09-24 Nakama City

Lighter / Nakama City

TL;DR

Lighter is classified as "Burnable Garbage / Non-burnable Garbage" in Nakama City.

How to dispose 4 STEPS Regular collection
  1. 1 Be sure to use up the contents or release the gas
  2. 2 Put disposable lighters in a designated bag for burnable garbage
  3. 3 Put metal lighters in a designated bag for non-burnable garbage (collected once a month)
  4. 4 Put the bag out at your area's designated garbage station between 7:00 and 8:00 a.m. on the scheduled collection day
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Basic Info Quick Facts

Category Burnable Garbage / Non-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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Lighter is classified as Burnable Garbage / Non-burnable Garbage.

Disposal Steps

  1. Be sure to use up the contents or release the gas
  2. Put disposable lighters in a designated bag for burnable garbage
  3. Put metal lighters in a designated bag for non-burnable garbage (collected once a month)
  4. Put the bag out at your area's designated garbage station between 7:00 and 8:00 a.m. on the scheduled collection day

Important Notes

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

  • To prevent fires, always use up the contents or release the gas
  • Metal lighters are non-burnable garbage
  • Do not put lighters in plastic containers and packaging (it is sorted by hand, so lighters can cause injuries)

Official Info & Contact

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Nakama City Contact

Contact
Muni. Nakama City Fukuoka
Dept. Environment & Sanitation Division 📞 093-245-5300 / Mon-Fri 8:30-17:15
Official Official website Check for latest info
Category Burnable Garbage / Non-burnable Garbage

Official Sources

Primary Source
Disclaimer This article is based on official information from Nakama City, but may differ from current rules. Verify on the official website before disposing. See our Editorial Policy and Terms of Use.
SOURCENakama City LAST REVIEW2026-09-24 PREFFukuoka