Summary
Sapporo City (札幌市) has published multiple notices for residents regarding significant delays in household waste collection caused by heavy snowfall from late January through February 2026.
Key Points from the Official Notice
- According to Sapporo City’s official notice, heavy snow since January 26, 2026 has caused collection delays, and some waste stations are expected to have their pickups pushed past 6:00 PM.
- According to the official notice, in some areas there is a possibility that waste may not be collected on the same day it is put out.
- According to the official notice, if waste from the previous day remains at a collection station, it will be picked up the following day — residents may continue putting out their waste at the station as normal.
- According to Sapporo City’s official notice, the city’s snow disaster response headquarters is conducting emergency snow removal to ease traffic congestion and ensure safety, and collection times are expected to gradually improve.
What Users Should Check
- If collection is delayed and waste remains at the station, it will be picked up the next day — residents can continue putting out waste as usual on the following collection day.
- Collection may run past 6:00 PM, so residents are advised to wait even if no pickup has occurred by that time.
- Notices are being updated as the snow situation develops; residents are encouraged to check the official page for the latest information.
For the most current and accurate information, always check the official page.
Source
- Sapporo City Official — Impact of Heavy Snow on Household Waste Collection (FY2025) (Last checked: 2026-05-31)