Thermometer ／ Kawabe Town
TL;DR
Thermometer is classified as "Fluorescent Tubes（Mercury thermometers） / Small Electronic Appliances（Digital thermometers）" in Kawabe Town. Fee: Free.
- 1 Put out mercury thermometers the same way as fluorescent tubes: in the collection container at a designated drop-off point or at a recycling station (Nakakawabe, Kamikawabe or Hikumi)
- 2 Remove the battery from digital thermometers and put them in the small appliance collection box at the entrance of the Kawabe Town Office or the B&G Marine Center (Monday to Friday, except public holidays)
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Basic Info Quick Facts
Category
Fluorescent Tubes（Mercury thermometers） / Small Electronic Appliances（Digital thermometers）
Pickup Day
Check
See municipal calendar
Fee
Free
Booking
No booking
Just put out on day
Details & How-to
02Thermometer is classified as Fluorescent Tubes（Mercury thermometers） / Small Electronic Appliances（Digital thermometers）.
Disposal Steps
- Put out mercury thermometers the same way as fluorescent tubes: in the collection container at a designated drop-off point or at a recycling station (Nakakawabe, Kamikawabe or Hikumi)
- Remove the battery from digital thermometers and put them in the small appliance collection box at the entrance of the Kawabe Town Office or the B&G Marine Center (Monday to Friday, except public holidays)
Important Notes
Collection schedules and sorting rules may change. Please check the official website for the latest information.
- Insulate each removed (button) battery with cellophane tape and put it in a used dry battery collection box
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
03Kawabe Town Contact
Contact
Muni.
Kawabe Town
岐阜県
Dept.
Environmental Division
📞 0574-53-7212
Official
Official website
Check for latest info
Category
Fluorescent Tubes（Mercury thermometers） / Small Electronic Appliances（Digital thermometers）
Official Sources
Primary Source
Official Website
pref.kagoshima.jp
Visit
Last verified: 2026-03-26
Disclaimer
This article is based on official information from Kawabe Town, but may differ from current rules. Verify on the official website before disposing. See our Editorial Policy and Terms of Use.