Medicine ／ 府中 Town
TL;DR
Medicine is classified as "Burnable Garbage" in 府中 Town.
- 1 Remove tablets and capsules from the packaging sheet.
- 2 Place in a bag as combustible garbage
- 3 Dispose of combustible garbage to the collection point on collection day
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Basic Info Quick Facts
Category
Burnable Garbage
Pickup Day
Approx. 2x/week
See municipal calendar
Fee
Free
Booking
No booking
Just put out on day
Details & How-to
02Medicine is classified as Burnable Garbage.
Disposal Steps
- Remove tablets and capsules from the packaging sheet.
- Place in a bag as combustible garbage
- Dispose of combustible garbage to the collection point on collection day
Important Notes
Collection schedules and sorting rules may change. Please check the official website for the latest information.
- Please return needles, etc. to the medical institution.
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
03府中 Town Contact
Contact
Muni.
府中 Town
Hiroshima
Dept.
Environmental Center
📞 082-286-3266 / Monday-Friday 9:00-11:30 AM, 1:00-3:30 PM (Excluding holidays and year-end/new year)
Official
Official website
Check for latest info
Category
Burnable Garbage
Official Sources
Primary Source
Official Website
town.fuchu.hiroshima.jp
Visit
Last verified: 2026-02-24
Disclaimer
This article is based on official information from 府中 Town, but may differ from current rules. Verify on the official website before disposing. See our Editorial Policy and Terms of Use.