Medical Waste ／ Otaru City
TL;DR
Medical Waste is classified as "Burnable Garbage" in Otaru City. Fee: Fee required (designated bag cost: from 10 yen for 5 L to 80 yen for 40 L).
- 1 Take used syringes and needles to a medical institution or pharmacy
- 2 Non-sharp medical waste (cotton, gauze, etc.) goes to burnable garbage
- 3 Infectious waste must be handled by medical institutions
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Basic Info Quick Facts
Category
Burnable Garbage
Pickup Day
Varies by area
See the city's collection calendar
Fee
Fee required (designated bag cost: from 10 yen for 5 L to 80 yen for 40 L)
Booking
No booking
Just put out on day
Details & How-to
02Medical Waste is classified as Burnable Garbage.
Disposal Steps
- Take used syringes and needles to a medical institution or pharmacy
- Non-sharp medical waste (cotton, gauze, etc.) goes to burnable garbage
- Infectious waste must be handled by medical institutions
Important Notes
Collection schedules and sorting rules may change. Please check the official website for the latest information.
- Do not mix syringes into plastic resource collection
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
03Otaru City Contact
Contact
Muni.
Otaru City
Hokkaido
Dept.
Waste Reduction Promotion Division
📞 0134-32-4111 / Weekdays 8:30-17:15
Official
Official website
Check for latest info
Category
Burnable Garbage
Official Sources
Primary Source
Official Website
city.otaru.lg.jp
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Last verified: 2026-02-24
Disclaimer
This article is based on official information from Otaru City, but may differ from current rules. Verify on the official website before disposing. See our Editorial Policy and Terms of Use.