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Small Electronics Updated 2026-02-24 Akitakata City

Smartphone / Akitakata City

TL;DR

Smartphone is classified as "Small Electronics" in Akitakata City. Fee: 店舗回収.

How to dispose 4 STEPS 店舗回収
  1. 1 Completely erase data (initialize)
  2. 2 Remove SIM card
  3. 3 Throw it into the small home appliance collection box
  4. 4 Or use a mobile shop's collection service.
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Basic Info Quick Facts

Category Small Electronics
Pickup Day Collection box etc. Varies by city (see steps below)Varies by city (see steps above)
Fee 店舗回収
Booking Check Depends on method

Details & How-to

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Smartphone is classified as Small Electronics.

Disposal Steps

  1. Completely erase data (initialize)
  2. Remove SIM card
  3. Throw it into the small home appliance collection box
  4. Or use a mobile shop's collection service.

Important Notes

  • If the battery is swollen, it may not be possible to recover it.

It may still have resale value

Items in good condition may have resale value

Free appraisal

Disposal Methods

  • 1
    Municipal small appliance collection

    Category: Small Electronics

    Throw it into the small home appliance collection box

    → See how to dispose
  • 2
    Buyback / Recycle shop

    Can get cash if in good condition. Especially for brand items

  • 3
    Junk removal service

    For bulk disposal. Prices vary by company, so get a quote

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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 Small Electronics

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