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Appliance Recycling Updated 2026-02-24 Akitakata City

Refrigerator / Akitakata City

TL;DR

Refrigerator is classified as "Appliance Recycling" in Akitakata City. Fee: Application required.

How to dispose 4 STEPS Application required Appliance recycling
  1. 1 Because it is subject to the Home Appliance Recycling Law, it cannot be collected by local governments.
  2. 2 Request collection from the store you purchased it from or the store you are replacing it with.
  3. 3 Pay the recycling fee at the post office and bring it to the designated collection point.
  4. 4 Another option is to use a local government collection service (charged).
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Basic Info Quick Facts

Category Appliance Recycling
Pickup Day Check See municipal calendar
Fee Application required
Booking No booking Just put out on day

Details & How-to

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Refrigerator is classified as Appliance Recycling.

Disposal Steps

  1. Because it is subject to the Home Appliance Recycling Law, it cannot be collected by local governments.
  2. Request collection from the store you purchased it from or the store you are replacing it with.
  3. Pay the recycling fee at the post office and bring it to the designated collection point.
  4. Another option is to use a local government collection service (charged).

Important Notes

  • Please be sure to empty the contents

Compare Your Options

Subject to the Home Appliance Recycling Law. Cannot go to regular municipal collection. Choose one of the methods below.
Designated Collection Point / Retailer Recycling fee + transport

The official route under the Home Appliance Recycling Law. Retailer pickup is easiest when replacing.

Junk removal service PR Paid (quote)

They handle carrying out, scheduling, and bulk pickup. Best when in a hurry or unable to carry items.

Give away / Sell directly Free~

In good condition, local boards or flea market apps may find a taker. Best if you have time to spare.

When hiring a service, verify they hold a general waste collection license. How to spot bad services
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Collection schedules and sorting rules may change. Please check the official website for the latest information.

Official Info & Contact

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Akitakata City Contact

Contact
Muni. Akitakata City Hiroshima
Dept. Citizen Life Division 📞 0826-42-1126 / Mon-Fri 8:30-17:15
Official Official website Check for latest info
Category Appliance Recycling

Official Sources

Primary Source
Disclaimer This article is based on official information from Akitakata City, but may differ from current rules. Verify on the official website before disposing. See our Editorial Policy and Terms of Use.
SOURCEAkitakata City LAST REVIEW2026-02-24 PREFHiroshima