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Hazardous Waste Updated 2026-03-09 Sapporo City

Glass / Sapporo City

TL;DR

Glass is classified as "Hazardous Waste" in Sapporo City. Fee: Fee required.

How to dispose 4 STEPS Fee required
  1. 1 Wrap with thick paper
  2. 2 Mark as 'DANGER'
  3. 3 Put into a designated garbage bag (paid)
  4. 4 Take out to the garbage station on non-burnable garbage collection day
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Basic Info Quick Facts

Category Hazardous Waste
Pickup Day Monthly / bring-in Drop-off may apply
Fee Fee required
Booking Special pickup Designated point

Details & How-to

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Glass is classified as Hazardous Waste.

Disposal Steps

  1. Wrap with thick paper
  2. Mark as 'DANGER'
  3. Put into a designated garbage bag (paid)
  4. Take out to the garbage station on non-burnable garbage collection day

Important Notes

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

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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Sapporo City Contact

Contact
Muni. Sapporo City Hokkaido
Dept. Environmental Services Bureau Operations Division 📞 011-211-2916 / Weekdays 8:45-17:15
Official Official website Check for latest info
Category Hazardous Waste

Official Sources

Primary Source
Disclaimer This article is based on official information from Sapporo City, but may differ from current rules. Verify on the official website before disposing. See our Editorial Policy and Terms of Use.
SOURCESapporo City LAST REVIEW2026-03-09 PREFHokkaido