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Non-burnable Garbage Updated 2026-10-04 Hiroshima City

Smartphone / Hiroshima City

TL;DR

Smartphone is classified as "Non-burnable Garbage" in Hiroshima City. Fee: Free.

How to dispose 3 STEPS Free Regular collection
  1. 1 Put it in a sturdy transparent or semi-transparent plastic bag (not sandbags or similar). Bags you cannot see through are not accepted
  2. 2 If the rechargeable battery cannot be removed, put the item in a separate bag from other non-burnable garbage and write 「危険」 (Danger) on the bag
  3. 3 Take it out to the designated place by 8:30 AM on collection day
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Basic Info Quick Facts

Category Non-burnable Garbage
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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Smartphone is classified as Non-burnable Garbage.

Disposal Steps

  1. Put it in a sturdy transparent or semi-transparent plastic bag (not sandbags or similar). Bags you cannot see through are not accepted
  2. If the rechargeable battery cannot be removed, put the item in a separate bag from other non-burnable garbage and write 「危険」 (Danger) on the bag
  3. Take it out to the designated place by 8:30 AM on collection day

Important Notes

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

  • Where possible, have the retailer take it back
  • Small appliances that fit the slot (15 cm x 30 cm x 40 cm) can also go in the small-appliance recycling boxes at ward offices and other places, or be sent by courier collection
  • Delete any personal data on the device beforehand

It may still have resale value

Items in good condition may have resale value

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Disposal Methods

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    Put out by municipal sorting rules

    Category: Non-burnable Garbage / Fee: Free

    Put it in a sturdy transparent or semi-transparent plastic bag (not sandbags or similar). Bags you cannot see through a…

    → See the disposal steps
  • 2
    Buyback / Recycle shop

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

    → Local recycle shops (12)
  • 3
    Junk removal service

    For bulk disposal. Same-day service available

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Official Info & Contact

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Hiroshima City Contact

Contact
Muni. Hiroshima City Hiroshima
Dept. Environment Bureau Operations Department First Operations Section 📞 082-504-2220 / Weekdays 8:30-17:15
Official Official website Check for latest info
Category Non-burnable Garbage

Official Sources

Primary Source
Disclaimer This article is based on official information from Hiroshima City, but may differ from current rules. Verify on the official website before disposing. See our Editorial Policy and Terms of Use.
SOURCEHiroshima City LAST REVIEW2026-10-04 PREFHiroshima