Thermometer ／ Sagamihara City
TL;DR
Thermometer is classified as "Hazardous Waste" in Sagamihara City. Fee: Free.
- 1 Confirm if mercury type (electronic goes to regular garbage)
- 2 Wrap in original case or newspaper
- 3 Put in transparent or semi-transparent bags
- 4 Dispose on mercury thermometer collection day (about once a month)
01
Basic Info Quick Facts
Category
Hazardous Waste
Pickup Day
Monthly / bring-in
Drop-off may apply
Fee
Free
Booking
Special pickup
Designated point
Details & How-to
02Thermometer is classified as Hazardous Waste.
Disposal Steps
- Confirm if mercury type (electronic goes to regular garbage)
- Wrap in original case or newspaper
- Put in transparent or semi-transparent bags
- Dispose on mercury thermometer collection day (about once a month)
Important Notes
Collection schedules and sorting rules may change. Please check the official website for the latest information.
- Electronic thermometers go to regular garbage
- Broken ones go to regular garbage
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
03Sagamihara City Contact
Contact
Muni.
Sagamihara City
Kanagawa
Dept.
Resource Recycling Promotion Division
📞 042-769-8245 / Weekdays 8:30-17:00
Official
Official website
Check for latest info
Category
Hazardous Waste
Official Sources
Primary Source
Official Website
city.sagamihara.kanagawa.jp
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Last verified: 2026-02-24
Disclaimer
This article is based on official information from Sagamihara City, but may differ from current rules. Verify on the official website before disposing. See our Editorial Policy and Terms of Use.