Gas Cylinder ／ Kobe City
TL;DR
Gas Cylinder is classified as "Recyclables" in Kobe City. Fee: Free.
- 1 Use up the contents (no need to puncture)
- 2 Place in transparent or semi-transparent shopping bag (up to 15L)
- 3 Put out at the clean station between 5:00-8:00 AM on collection day
- 4 Separate from non-burnable garbage at the collection point
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Basic Info Quick Facts
Category
Recyclables
Pickup Day
Weekly / biweekly
See municipal calendar
Fee
Free
Booking
No booking
Just put out on day
Details & How-to
02Gas Cylinder is classified as Recyclables.
Disposal Steps
- Use up the contents (no need to puncture)
- Place in transparent or semi-transparent shopping bag (up to 15L)
- Put out at the clean station between 5:00-8:00 AM on collection day
- Separate from non-burnable garbage at the collection point
Important Notes
Collection schedules and sorting rules may change. Please check the official website for the latest information.
- Do not puncture (use up the contents first)
- Drop-off boxes are available at public facilities and some home centers
- Large LP/propane gas cylinders must be returned to the retailer or gas company (not collected by the city)
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
03Kobe City Contact
Contact
Muni.
Kobe City
Hyogo
Dept.
環境局業務課
Official
Official website
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Category
Recyclables
Official Sources
Primary Source
Official Website
city.kobe.lg.jp
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Last verified: 2026-05-30
Disclaimer
This article is based on official information from Kobe City, but may differ from current rules. Verify on the official website before disposing. See our Editorial Policy and Terms of Use.