Fluorescent Light / Minano Town
TL;DR
Fluorescent Light is classified as "Hazardous Waste" in Minano Town.
- 1 Put it in the box it came in and put it out without breaking it (if you do not have the box, wrap it in newspaper or similar and mark it "蛍光管" (fluorescent tube))
- 2 Put it out at the non-burnable garbage station by 8 a.m. on recyclables (paper/cloth) collection day
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Basic Info Quick Facts
Category
Hazardous Waste
Pickup Day
Check
See the steps below and the calendarSee the steps above and the calendar
Fee
Free / bring-in
Depends on method
Booking
Special pickup
Designated point
Details & How-to
02Fluorescent Light is classified as Hazardous Waste.
Disposal Steps
- Put it in the box it came in and put it out without breaking it (if you do not have the box, wrap it in newspaper or similar and mark it "蛍光管" (fluorescent tube))
- Put it out at the non-burnable garbage station by 8 a.m. on recyclables (paper/cloth) collection day
Important Notes
Collection schedules and sorting rules may change. Please check the official website for the latest information.
- Up to 20 tubes per time, whether for collection or drop-off
- Straight tubes over 40W cannot be processed by the association; ask the store where you bought them or your supplier
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
03Minano Town Contact
Contact
Muni.
Minano Town
Saitama Prefecture
Dept.
Environmental & Economic Division
📞 0494-62-1232 / 09:00-17:30
Official
Official website
Check for latest info
Category
Hazardous Waste
Official Sources
Primary Source
Official Website
town.minano.saitama.jp
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Last verified: 2026-03-23
Disclaimer
This article is based on official information from Minano Town, but may differ from current rules. Verify on the official website before disposing. See our Editorial Policy and Terms of Use.