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Used Paper (Recyclables) Updated 2026-03-29 Kawamata Town

Newspaper / Kawamata Town

TL;DR

Newspaper is classified as "Used Paper (Recyclables)" in Kawamata Town.

How to dispose 3 STEPS Regular collection
  1. 1 Bundle each type of paper separately
  2. 2 Put it out at your district's collection point by 8 a.m. on the collection day (Kawamata and part of Tsurusawa: 1st and 3rd Saturdays; other districts: 2nd Saturday)
  3. 3 You can also put it out at any time at the resource collection storehouses in some districts
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Basic Info Quick Facts

Category Used Paper (Recyclables)
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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Newspaper is classified as Used Paper (Recyclables).

Disposal Steps

  1. Bundle each type of paper separately
  2. Put it out at your district's collection point by 8 a.m. on the collection day (Kawamata and part of Tsurusawa: 1st and 3rd Saturdays; other districts: 2nd Saturday)
  3. You can also put it out at any time at the resource collection storehouses in some districts

Important Notes

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

  • Do not put it out when it is raining or snowing

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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Kawamata Town Contact

Contact
Muni. Kawamata Town 福島県
Dept. 町民税務課 生活環境係 📞 024-566-2111 / 午前8時30分~午後5時15分(土曜・日曜日、祝日、休日、年末年始を除く)
Official Official website Check for latest info
Category Used Paper (Recyclables)

Official Sources

Primary Source
Disclaimer This article is based on official information from Kawamata Town, but may differ from current rules. Verify on the official website before disposing. See our Editorial Policy and Terms of Use.
SOURCEKawamata Town LAST REVIEW2026-03-29 PREFFukushima