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Burnable Garbage / Consult the Retailer Updated 2026-09-25 Naka Ward

Smartphone / Naka Ward

TL;DR

Smartphone is classified as "Burnable Garbage / Consult the Retailer" in Naka Ward.

How to dispose 3 STEPS Regular collection
  1. 1 Consult the retailer and hand it in for collection at a shop or similar
  2. 2 To use a small-appliance collection box at a ward office or similar site (it must fit the 30cm x 15cm opening), erase personal data before putting it in
  3. 3 If using a collection box is difficult, put it out as burnable garbage by 8:00 a.m. on burnable garbage collection day at the collection point, in a clear or semi-transparent bag separate from other burnable garbage (such as food waste)
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Basic Info Quick Facts

Category Burnable Garbage / Consult the Retailer
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 / Consult the Retailer.

Disposal Steps

  1. Consult the retailer and hand it in for collection at a shop or similar
  2. To use a small-appliance collection box at a ward office or similar site (it must fit the 30cm x 15cm opening), erase personal data before putting it in
  3. If using a collection box is difficult, put it out as burnable garbage by 8:00 a.m. on burnable garbage collection day at the collection point, in a clear or semi-transparent bag separate from other burnable garbage (such as food waste)

Important Notes

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

  • Rechargeable small appliances whose battery cannot be removed must not be put in the same bag as other burnable garbage (such as food waste), to prevent fires in collection trucks
  • Erase personal data before putting it in the collection box

It may still have resale value

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Disposal Methods

  • 1
    Put out by municipal sorting rules

    Category: Burnable Garbage / Consult the Retailer

    Consult the retailer and hand it in for collection at a shop or similar

    → 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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Naka Ward Contact

Contact
Muni. Naka Ward 神奈川県
Dept. Yokohama Oversized Garbage Center 📞 045-330-3953 / Mon-Sat 8:30-17:00
Official Official website Check for latest info
Category Burnable Garbage / Consult the Retailer

Official Sources

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Disclaimer This article is based on official information from Naka Ward, but may differ from current rules. Verify on the official website before disposing. See our Editorial Policy and Terms of Use.
SOURCENaka Ward LAST REVIEW2026-09-25 PREFKanagawa