Medicine ／ 小樽 City
TL;DR
Medicine is classified as "Burnable Garbage" in 小樽 City. Fee: 有料（指定袋代 5L/10円〜40L/80円）.
- 1 Place medicine in a bag so contents are not visible
- 2 Place in Otaru-designated yellow garbage bags
- 3 Put out by 8:30 AM on twice-weekly collection day
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Basic Info Quick Facts
Category
Burnable Garbage
Pickup Day
Approx. 2x/week
See municipal calendar
Fee
有料（指定袋代 5L/10円〜40L/80円）
Booking
No booking
Just put out on day
Details & How-to
02Medicine is classified as Burnable Garbage.
Disposal Steps
- Place medicine in a bag so contents are not visible
- Place in Otaru-designated yellow garbage bags
- Put out by 8:30 AM on twice-weekly collection day
Important Notes
Collection schedules and sorting rules may change. Please check the official website for the latest information.
- Improper disposal of medicine can cause water pollution
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小樽 City Contact
Contact
Muni.
小樽 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
Visit
Last verified: 2026-02-24
Disclaimer
This article is based on official information from 小樽 City, but may differ from current rules. Verify on the official website before disposing. See our Editorial Policy and Terms of Use.