Milk Carton ／ Hirakata City
TL;DR
Milk Carton is classified as "Paper / General Waste" in Hirakata City.
- 1 If store collection or a local group collection is available, put it out there
- 2 Cut it open and let it dry before putting it out
- 3 Put it out as mixed paper, tied with string or in a paper bag (plastic bags are not allowed)
- 4 Put it out at the garbage collection point by 8:45 a.m. on the paper collection day
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Basic Info Quick Facts
Category
Paper / General Waste
Pickup Day
Check
See municipal calendar
Fee
Free
Booking
No booking
Just put out on day
Details & How-to
02Milk Carton is classified as Paper / General Waste.
Disposal Steps
- If store collection or a local group collection is available, put it out there
- Cut it open and let it dry before putting it out
- Put it out as mixed paper, tied with string or in a paper bag (plastic bags are not allowed)
- Put it out at the garbage collection point by 8:45 a.m. on the paper collection day
Important Notes
Collection schedules and sorting rules may change. Please check the official website for the latest information.
- Cartons with an aluminum-lined inside go in general waste
- Do not put it out with PET bottles and plastic containers and packaging
- Paper is put out on the same day and at the same place as cans, bottles and glass, but keep them separate
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
03Hirakata City Contact
Contact
Muni.
Hirakata City
Osaka
Dept.
Environmental Division
📞 072-841-1221
Official
Official website
Check for latest info
Category
Paper / General Waste
Official Sources
Primary Source
Official Website
city.hirakata.osaka.jp
Visit
Last verified: 2026-09-26
Disclaimer
This article is based on official information from Hirakata City, but may differ from current rules. Verify on the official website before disposing. See our Editorial Policy and Terms of Use.