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Crushable Waste Updated 2026-09-25 Shosanbetsu Village

Scissors / Shosanbetsu Village

TL;DR

Scissors is classified as "Crushable Waste" in Shosanbetsu Village.

How to dispose 3 STEPS
  1. 1 Make the blades safe, for example by wrapping them in packing tape
  2. 2 Put them in the Shosanbetsu designated bag for crushable waste (clear with blue print)
  3. 3 Put them out on the crushable/hazardous waste collection day (one Friday a month; check your district's dates in the collection schedule)
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Basic Info Quick Facts

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

Details & How-to

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Scissors is classified as Crushable Waste.

Disposal Steps

  1. Make the blades safe, for example by wrapping them in packing tape
  2. Put them in the Shosanbetsu designated bag for crushable waste (clear with blue print)
  3. Put them out on the crushable/hazardous waste collection day (one Friday a month; check your district's dates in the collection schedule)

Important Notes

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

  • Wrap the sharp parts of scissors, kitchen knives, razors and similar items with packing tape, or otherwise make them safe, before putting them out

Official Info & Contact

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Shosanbetsu Village Contact

Contact
Muni. Shosanbetsu Village 北海道
Dept. Residents Division 📞 0164-67-2211
Official Official website Check for latest info
Category Crushable Waste

Official Sources

Primary Source
Disclaimer This article is based on official information from Shosanbetsu Village, but may differ from current rules. Verify on the official website before disposing. See our Editorial Policy and Terms of Use.
SOURCEShosanbetsu Village LAST REVIEW2026-09-25 PREFHokkaido