What category is Smartphone in Takaishi City?

In Takaishi City, Smartphone is disposed of as "Drop-off Collection".

How much does it cost to dispose of Smartphone?

The fee is Free. Please check the official site for the latest fees.

What are the disposal steps for Smartphone?

Let the battery run down (dead battery state). Put it in the collection box in front of the Environmental Policy Division at City Hall (main building 2F, counter 5)

Where can I ask questions about disposing of Smartphone?

Contact 高石市役所 (Tel: 072-265-1001).

Drop-off Collection Updated 2026-09-24 Takaishi City

Smartphone ／ Takaishi City

TL;DR

Smartphone is classified as "Drop-off Collection" in Takaishi City. Fee: Free.

How to dispose 2 STEPS Free

1 Let the battery run down (dead battery state)
2 Put it in the collection box in front of the Environmental Policy Division at City Hall (main building 2F, counter 5)

Basic Info Quick Facts

Category Drop-off Collection

Pickup Day Check See municipal calendar

Fee Free

Booking No booking Just put out on day

Details & How-to

Smartphone is classified as Drop-off Collection.

Disposal Steps

Let the battery run down (dead battery state)
Put it in the collection box in front of the Environmental Policy Division at City Hall (main building 2F, counter 5)

Important Notes

Putting it out with regular (burnable) garbage or other wrong categories can cause fires during collection or at the processing facility (smartphones are a main cause of fire accidents)
If the battery is swollen or deformed, take it directly to Senboku Clean Center or to the Environmental Policy Division counter

It may still have resale value

Items in good condition may have resale value

Free appraisal

Disposal Methods

1
Follow your municipality's rules
Category: Drop-off Collection / Fee: Free
Let the battery run down (dead battery state)
→ See how to dispose
2
Buyback / Recycle shop
Can get cash if in good condition. Especially for brand items
3
Junk removal service
For bulk disposal. Prices vary by company, so get a quote

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

Official Info & Contact

Takaishi City Contact

Contact

Muni. Takaishi City Osaka

Dept. 高石市役所 📞 072-265-1001 / 平日 9:00～17:30

Official Official website Check for latest info

Category Drop-off Collection

Official Sources

Primary Source

Official Website city.takaishi.lg.jp Visit

Last verified: 2026-09-24

Disclaimer This article is based on official information from Takaishi City, but may differ from current rules. Verify on the official website before disposing. See our Editorial Policy and Terms of Use.

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