Smartphone ／ 小樽 City
TL;DR
Smartphone is classified as "Non-burnable Garbage" in 小樽 City. Fee: Free.
- 1 If lithium-ion battery is removable, take it out and tape the terminals for insulation
- 2 Dispose of battery on resource collection day (cans and bottles day)
- 3 Place the body unit in a small appliance collection box (city hall, sanitation office, etc.)
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Basic Info Quick Facts
Category
Non-burnable Garbage
Pickup Day
Approx. 2x/week
See municipal calendar
Fee
Free
Booking
No booking
Just put out on day
Details & How-to
02Smartphone is classified as Non-burnable Garbage.
Disposal Steps
- If lithium-ion battery is removable, take it out and tape the terminals for insulation
- Dispose of battery on resource collection day (cans and bottles day)
- Place the body unit in a small appliance collection box (city hall, sanitation office, etc.)
Important Notes
Collection schedules and sorting rules may change. Please check the official website for the latest information.
- If the battery cannot be removed, use the small appliance collection box
Disposal Methods
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1
Municipal oversized garbage (cheapest)
Reservation required, fee applies. Takes time but saves money
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2
Buyback / Recycle shop
Can get cash if in good condition. Especially for brand items
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3
Junk removal service
For bulk disposal. Same-day service available
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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
Non-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 小樽 City, but may differ from current rules. Verify on the official website before disposing. See our Editorial Policy and Terms of Use.