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Oversized Items / Difficult-to-Process Items Updated 2026-09-24 Hirakata City

Paint / Hirakata City

TL;DR

Paint is classified as "Oversized Items / Difficult-to-Process Items" in Hirakata City. Fee: Free.

How to dispose 4 STEPS Free Reservation
  1. 1 Use up the paint, or let it solidify inside the can
  2. 2 Apply to the Oversized Garbage Reservation Center (by phone) or online (only if you have applied before) to dispose of paint cans (including 18-liter cans) as "Sogomi" (small oversized items)
  3. 3 Write the reception number given when you apply and your name on the can, and put it out on the Wednesday of the week after you applied
  4. 4 Liquid paint (contents only) is a difficult-to-process item; consult the retailer or manufacturer
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Basic Info Quick Facts

Category Oversized Items / Difficult-to-Process Items
Pickup Day Reserved day Pick a date by phone/web
Fee Free
Booking Reservation Apply to Environmental Division

Details & How-to

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Paint is classified as Oversized Items / Difficult-to-Process Items.

Disposal Steps

  1. Use up the paint, or let it solidify inside the can
  2. Apply to the Oversized Garbage Reservation Center (by phone) or online (only if you have applied before) to dispose of paint cans (including 18-liter cans) as "Sogomi" (small oversized items)
  3. Write the reception number given when you apply and your name on the can, and put it out on the Wednesday of the week after you applied
  4. Liquid paint (contents only) is a difficult-to-process item; consult the retailer or manufacturer

Important Notes

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

  • Liquid paint (contents only) is a difficult-to-process item; consult the retailer or manufacturer
  • Paint contents alone go in general garbage once solidified; paint that has solidified inside the can goes out as Sogomi
  • Paint cans washed clean go out as "Cans, Bottles and Glass"
  • Use up paint spray cans completely, then put them out on the "Cans, Bottles and Glass" day
  • Sogomi is limited to 6 items once a month

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

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Hirakata City Contact

Contact
Muni. Hirakata City Osaka
Dept. Environmental Division 📞 072-841-1221
Official Official website Check for latest info
Category Oversized Items / Difficult-to-Process Items

Official Sources

Primary Source
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.
SOURCEHirakata City LAST REVIEW2026-09-24 PREFOsaka