Summary
Sakai City (Osaka Prefecture) has announced a two-part waste reduction lecture series on food loss/plastic issues and the proper disposal of rechargeable batteries, to be held on October 30 and November 4, 2026.
Key Points from the Official Notice
- According to Sakai City’s official notice, the first lecture will be held on Friday, October 30, from 14:00 to 15:00 at Osaka Metropolitan University’s Nakamozu Campus, on the theme “Latest Trends in Food Loss and Plastic Issues”
- According to Sakai City’s official notice, the second lecture will be held on Wednesday, November 4, from 14:00 to 15:00 at the Sakai Industry Promotion Center, on the theme “Proper Disposal and Recycling of Rechargeable Batteries”
- According to the official notice, the lectures are open to city residents, free of charge, with a capacity of 100 people per session (first-come, first-served)
- According to the official notice, applications open at 0:00 on August 26. The deadline for the first lecture is 13:00 on October 28, and for the second lecture is 0:00 on November 2. Applications are accepted via Sakai City’s online application system, or by fax/phone (Resource Circulation Promotion Division)
- According to the official notice, attendees will receive a gift: “Waza-Ari Tape” for the first lecture, and an original eco bag plus vegetable freshness-preserving bags for the second lecture
What Users Should Check
- Those wishing to attend should apply early via the Sakai City online application system or by fax/phone, as capacity is limited to 100 people per session (first-come, first-served)
- The venue differs between the two sessions (first lecture: Osaka Metropolitan University Nakamozu Campus; second lecture: Sakai Industry Promotion Center), so confirm the location in advance
- The events may be canceled in the event of severe weather or special warnings, so check the official page for the latest updates on the day
For the most current and accurate information, always check the official page.
Source
- Sakai City Official | Waste Reduction Lecture Series (Last checked: 2026-08-14)