Medical Waste ／ Ishinomaki City
TL;DR
Medical Waste is classified as "Not Collected" in Ishinomaki City.
- 1 Syringes and needles are not collected by the city, so do not put them out at garbage collection points
- 2 Contact a medical institution or a pharmacy
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Basic Info Quick Facts
Category
Not Collected
Pickup Day
Not collected
Shops / drop-off points (see steps below)
Fee
Check
Depends on where you take it
Booking
Not collected
See the steps below
Details & How-to
02Medical Waste is classified as Not Collected.
Disposal Steps
- Syringes and needles are not collected by the city, so do not put them out at garbage collection points
- Contact a medical institution or a pharmacy
Important Notes
Collection schedules and sorting rules may change. Please check the official website for the latest information.
- Do not put home medical waste such as syringes and IV drip equipment in "Plastics" bags (it can cause injuries)
- If you are unsure how to dispose of other home medical waste (such as IV drip equipment), contact the Environment Future Promotion Division (Kankyo Mirai Suishin-ka)
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
03Ishinomaki City Contact
Contact
Muni.
Ishinomaki City
Miyagi
Dept.
Environment Future Promotion Division
📞 0225-95-1111
Official
Official website
Check for latest info
Category
Not Collected
Official Sources
Primary Source
Official Website
city.ishinomaki.lg.jp
Visit
Last verified: 2026-09-29
Disclaimer
This article is based on official information from Ishinomaki City, but may differ from current rules. Verify on the official website before disposing. See our Editorial Policy and Terms of Use.