Summary
Sendai City has published its preliminary household waste volume report for August 2026 (Reiwa 8). It also asks residents to cooperate in reducing and sorting waste, and to be careful not to mix in small rechargeable batteries.
Key Points from the Official Notice
- According to Sendai City’s official notice, household waste in August 2026 totaled 14,198 tons, an increase of 568 tons (4.17%) compared with August 2025 (Reiwa 7).
- According to the official notice, the average per person per day was 418 grams, an increase of 17 grams compared with August 2025.
- According to Sendai City’s official notice, the city has set a target of reducing household waste to 400 grams per person per day by fiscal year 2030 (Reiwa 12).
- According to the official notice, household waste put out at collection points contains many recyclable materials, such as paper and plastic resources.
- According to Sendai City’s official notice, if small rechargeable batteries or devices that use them are mixed into household waste, they may cause fires, and accidents in which they ignite during collection, transport, or processing have occurred.
What Users Should Check
- Before throwing items away, check whether you are putting out recyclable items, such as paper and plastic resources, as waste.
- Check whether small rechargeable batteries or devices that use them have been mixed into your household waste.
- The basic rules for sorting and putting out waste can be found through the links on the official page.
For the most current and accurate information, always check the official page.
Source
- Sendai City Official | Notice of the Preliminary Household Waste Volume Report for August 2026 (Last checked: 2026-09-24)