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Plastic Updated 2026-03-09 Sapporo City

Styrofoam / Sapporo City

TL;DR

Styrofoam is classified as "Plastic" in Sapporo City. Fee: Free.

How to dispose 3 STEPS Free
  1. 1 Rinse lightly
  2. 2 Put in a transparent or semi-transparent bag
  3. 3 Take out to the garbage station on container packaging plastic collection day
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Basic Info Quick Facts

Category Plastic
Pickup Day Check See municipal calendar
Fee Free
Booking No booking Just put out on day

Details & How-to

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Styrofoam is classified as Plastic.

Disposal Steps

  1. Rinse lightly
  2. Put in a transparent or semi-transparent bag
  3. Take out to the garbage station on container packaging plastic 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 Plastic

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