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Non-burnable Garbage / Oversized Items / Ignitable Hazardous Items Updated 2026-09-26 Kaminokuni Town

Vacuum Cleaner / Kaminokuni Town

TL;DR

Vacuum Cleaner is classified as "Non-burnable Garbage / Oversized Items / Ignitable Hazardous Items" in Kaminokuni Town. Fee: Non-burnable Garbage: cost of union-designated garbage bags (large 40L 110 yen, medium 20L 55 yen) / Oversized Items: one oversized garbage ticket per item (110 yen) / Ignitable Hazardous Items: no designated bag (put it out in a commercially available clear or semi-transparent bag).

How to dispose 4 STEPS Non-burnable Garbage: cost of union-designated garbage bags (large 40L 110 yen, medium 20L 55 yen) / Oversized Items: one oversized garbage ticket per item (110 yen) / Ignitable Hazardous Items: no designated bag (put it out in a commercially available clear or semi-transparent bag) Reservation
  1. 1 If it uses dry-cell batteries or removable rechargeable batteries (lithium-ion batteries, etc.), remove them, insulate the terminals with tape, and put them out as ignitable hazardous items in a separate bag on the non-burnable garbage collection day
  2. 2 If it fits in a union-designated garbage bag, put it in the bag and put it out on the morning of the non-burnable garbage collection day (once every 2 weeks)
  3. 3 If it does not fit in the (large) bag, it is an oversized item: put it out for the town's collection (twice a year, in June and November) with one oversized garbage ticket (110 yen) attached per item
  4. 4 Rechargeable models whose batteries cannot be removed (cordless vacuum cleaners, handheld cleaners) are ignitable hazardous items: put them in a commercially available clear or semi-transparent bag on the non-burnable garbage collection day, separately from the non-burnable garbage bag
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Basic Info Quick Facts

Category Non-burnable Garbage / Oversized Items / Ignitable Hazardous Items
Pickup Day Depends on size See the steps below and the official site
Fee Non-burnable Garbage: cost of union-designated garbage bags (large 40L 110 yen, medium 20L 55 yen) / Oversized Items: one oversized garbage ticket per item (110 yen) / Ignitable Hazardous Items: no designated bag (put it out in a commercially available clear or semi-transparent bag)
Booking Depends on size See the steps below and the official site

Details & How-to

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Vacuum Cleaner is classified as Non-burnable Garbage / Oversized Items / Ignitable Hazardous Items.

Disposal Steps

  1. If it uses dry-cell batteries or removable rechargeable batteries (lithium-ion batteries, etc.), remove them, insulate the terminals with tape, and put them out as ignitable hazardous items in a separate bag on the non-burnable garbage collection day
  2. If it fits in a union-designated garbage bag, put it in the bag and put it out on the morning of the non-burnable garbage collection day (once every 2 weeks)
  3. If it does not fit in the (large) bag, it is an oversized item: put it out for the town's collection (twice a year, in June and November) with one oversized garbage ticket (110 yen) attached per item
  4. Rechargeable models whose batteries cannot be removed (cordless vacuum cleaners, handheld cleaners) are ignitable hazardous items: put them in a commercially available clear or semi-transparent bag on the non-burnable garbage collection day, separately from the non-burnable garbage bag

Important Notes

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

  • It can also be put in the small appliance collection box inside the town office building free of charge (about 45 cm or less on each side; remove the batteries)
  • Oversized items can also be handled by asking a licensed collection and transport company or by taking them to the cleaning center yourself
  • Oversized garbage tickets are sold at the designated container retailers in the town

Compare Your Options

Municipal collection Non-burnable Garbage: cost of union-designated garbage bags (large 40L 110 yen, medium 20L 55 yen) / Oversized Items: one oversized garbage ticket per item (110 yen) / Ignitable Hazardous Items: no designated bag (put it out in a commercially available clear or semi-transparent bag)

Classified as Non-burnable Garbage / Oversized Items / Ignitable Hazardous Items in Kaminokuni Town. The cheapest standard route. Oversized items require advance booking.

Junk removal service PR Paid (quote)

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

Sell to a buyback service PR Free (may earn cash)

Newer items from major brands in working condition may sell instead of costing disposal fees. Appraisal is free.

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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Official Info & Contact

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Kaminokuni Town Contact

Contact
Muni. Kaminokuni Town Hokkaido
Dept. Residents Section - Living Environment Group
Official Official website Check for latest info
Category Non-burnable Garbage / Oversized Items / Ignitable Hazardous Items

Official Sources

Primary Source
Disclaimer This article is based on official information from Kaminokuni Town, but may differ from current rules. Verify on the official website before disposing. See our Editorial Policy and Terms of Use.
SOURCEKaminokuni Town LAST REVIEW2026-09-26 PREFHokkaido