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Hazardous Waste Updated 2026-07-15 Omitama City

Refrigerator / Omitama City

TL;DR

Refrigerator is classified as "Hazardous Waste" in Omitama City. Fee: Fee required.

How to dispose 3 STEPS Fee required
  1. 1 Covered by the Home Appliance Recycling Law and not collected by the municipality
  2. 2 Request pickup from the retailer where you bought it or where you buy a replacement
  3. 3 Or pay the recycling fee at a post office and bring it to a designated collection site
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Basic Info Quick Facts

Category Hazardous Waste
Pickup Day Check See the steps below and the calendarSee the steps above and the calendar
Fee Fee required
Booking Special pickup Designated point

Details & How-to

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Refrigerator is classified as Hazardous Waste.

Disposal Steps

  1. Covered by the Home Appliance Recycling Law and not collected by the municipality
  2. Request pickup from the retailer where you bought it or where you buy a replacement
  3. Or pay the recycling fee at a post office and bring it to a designated collection site

Important Notes

  • 中身は必ず空にしてください
  • 他のごみと混ぜないでください

Compare Your Options

Subject to the Home Appliance Recycling Law. Cannot go to regular municipal collection. Choose one of the methods below.
Designated Collection Point / Retailer Recycling fee + transport

The official route under the Home Appliance Recycling Law. Retailer pickup is easiest when replacing.

Junk removal service PR Paid (quote)

They handle carrying out, scheduling, and bulk pickup. Best when in a hurry or unable to carry items.

Give away / Sell directly Free~

In good condition, local boards or flea market apps may find a taker. Best if you have time to spare.

When hiring a service, verify they hold a general waste collection license. How to spot bad services
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Collection schedules and sorting rules may change. Please check the official website for the latest information.

Official Info & Contact

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Omitama City Contact

Contact
Muni. Omitama City 茨城県
Dept. Environmental Division 📞 0299-48-1111
Official Official website Check for latest info
Category Hazardous Waste

Official Sources

Primary Source
Disclaimer This article is based on official information from Omitama City, but may differ from current rules. Verify on the official website before disposing. See our Editorial Policy and Terms of Use.
SOURCEOmitama City LAST REVIEW2026-03-22 PREFIbaraki