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Hazardous Waste

How to Dispose of Button Battery

Last reviewed: Jan 0001

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What Type of Garbage is Button Battery?

Nationwide data

Across 1,089 municipalities in our database, 76% classify it as Hazardous

Municipalities use 109 different category names. The most common is “有害ごみ” (742 municipalities). Check your own city below.

  1. Hazardous 76%
  2. Not collected (drop-off / retailer) 9%
  3. Recyclables 7%
  4. Non-burnable 5%
  5. Small appliances 1%
  6. Other 1%

* Aggregated from official municipal sources in our database (1,089 municipalities, as of 2026-10).

How to dispose (typical flow) 3 STEPSHazardous / drop-off
  1. 1 Store safely: use up contents and keep away from fire
  2. 2 Check your city's hazardous waste rules (day / drop-off point)
  3. 3 Put it out as designated, or consult the retailer / a specialist if not collected

* Steps and fees vary by municipality — check your city's page.

How to dispose of Button Battery
Steps to dispose of Button Battery
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Disposal Methods for Button Battery

Municipal Garbage Collection

Put it out on the designated collection day following local rules. Oversized items require advance booking.

Cost: Free to a few hundred yen (oversized items may have fees)

Use a Junk Removal Service

They come to your home, making it easy to dispose of heavy or large items. Efficient when disposing of multiple items.

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Important Notes Before Disposal

  • Cover terminals with tape to insulate. This prevents fires from short circuits.
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Detailed Rules by City

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FAQ

What type of garbage is Button Battery?
It varies by municipality, but generally classified as "有害ごみ" or "収集不可". Please check your local rules.
Can I dispose of Button Battery for free?
Free if put out on regular collection days. Oversized items may require fees of a few hundred yen. Small electronics collection boxes offer free recycling in some cases.
Can I throw it away as is?
Tape both ends to insulate before disposal. Batteries touching each other may short-circuit and cause fire.
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