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Not Collected Updated 2026-10-05 Otaru City

Motor Oil / Otaru City

TL;DR

Motor Oil is classified as "Not Collected" in Otaru City.

How to dispose 2 STEPS Not collected
  1. 1 It cannot be put out as a liquid
  2. 2 Soak it into paper or similar material, or solidify it with a coagulant, and put it out as Burnable Garbage
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Basic Info Quick Facts

Category Not Collected
Pickup Day Not collected Shops / drop-off points (see steps below)Shops / drop-off points (see steps above)
Fee Check Depends on where you take it
Booking Not collected See the steps belowSee the steps above

Details & How-to

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Motor Oil is classified as Not Collected.

Disposal Steps

  1. It cannot be put out as a liquid
  2. Soak it into paper or similar material, or solidify it with a coagulant, and put it out as Burnable Garbage

Important Notes

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

  • Never pour down drains or gutters

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

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Otaru 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 Not Collected

Official Sources

Primary Source
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.
SOURCEOtaru City LAST REVIEW2026-10-05 PREFHokkaido