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Hazardous Waste Updated 2026-02-24 Kobe City

Thermometer / Kobe City

TL;DR

Thermometer is classified as "Hazardous Waste" in Kobe City. Fee: 無料(デジタル式).

How to dispose 2 STEPS 無料(デジタル式)
  1. 1 Digital type: small electronics box or non-burnable garbage
  2. 2 Mercury type: take to district environmental bureau office
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Basic Info Quick Facts

Category Hazardous Waste
Pickup Day Monthly / bring-in Drop-off may apply
Fee 無料(デジタル式)
Booking Special pickup Designated point

Details & How-to

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Thermometer is classified as Hazardous Waste.

Disposal Steps

  1. Digital type: small electronics box or non-burnable garbage
  2. Mercury type: take to district environmental bureau office

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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Kobe City Contact

Contact
Muni. Kobe City Hyogo
Dept. Environmental Bureau Operations Division
Official Official website Check for latest info
Category Hazardous Waste

Official Sources

Primary Source
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.
SOURCEKobe City LAST REVIEW2026-02-24 PREFHyogo