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Burnable Garbage Updated 2026-10-03 Asahi Ward

Smartphone / Asahi Ward

TL;DR

Smartphone is classified as "Burnable Garbage" in Asahi Ward.

How to dispose 4 STEPS Regular collection
  1. 1 Completely erase your data (factory reset)
  2. 2 Remove the SIM card
  3. 3 Use the collection at mobile phone shops, or a small appliance collection box (items that fit into the 30cm x 15cm slot)
  4. 4 To put it out for city collection, put it in a separate bag from other burnable garbage (food waste etc.) on a Burnable Garbage collection day
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Basic Info Quick Facts

Category Burnable Garbage
Pickup Day Varies by area See the city's collection calendar
Fee Free
Booking No booking Just put out on day

Details & How-to

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Smartphone is classified as Burnable Garbage.

Disposal Steps

  1. Completely erase your data (factory reset)
  2. Remove the SIM card
  3. Use the collection at mobile phone shops, or a small appliance collection box (items that fit into the 30cm x 15cm slot)
  4. To put it out for city collection, put it in a separate bag from other burnable garbage (food waste etc.) on a Burnable Garbage collection day

Important Notes

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

  • Take swollen or damaged removed batteries to your ward's Resources and Waste Recycling Bureau office
  • Do not put products whose battery cannot be removed in the same bag as other burnable garbage (food waste etc.), as they can cause fires in collection trucks

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Disposal Methods

  • 1
    Put out by municipal sorting rules

    Category: Burnable Garbage

    Use the collection at mobile phone shops, or a small appliance collection box (items that fit into the 30cm x 15cm slot)

    → See the disposal steps
  • 2
    Buyback / Recycle shop

    Can get cash if in good condition. Especially for brand items

  • 3
    Junk removal service

    For bulk disposal. Same-day service available

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Official Info & Contact

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Asahi Ward Contact

Contact
Muni. Asahi Ward 神奈川県
Dept. 旭区資源循環課 📞 045-954-6096 / 平日8:30-17:15
Official Official website Check for latest info
Category Burnable Garbage

Official Sources

Primary Source
Disclaimer This article is based on official information from Asahi Ward, but may differ from current rules. Verify on the official website before disposing. See our Editorial Policy and Terms of Use.
SOURCEAsahi Ward LAST REVIEW2026-10-03 PREFKanagawa