Lighter ／ Minano Town
TL;DR
Lighter is classified as "Hazardous Waste" in Minano Town.
- 1 Release the gas (if it absolutely cannot be released, put it out without releasing it)
- 2 Put it in a clear or semi-transparent plastic bag, separate from dry batteries, small rechargeable batteries and e-cigarettes, and tie the bag closed
- 3 Put it out at the non-burnable garbage station by 8 a.m. on non-burnable garbage day or cans/bottles 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
02Lighter is classified as Hazardous Waste.
Disposal Steps
- Release the gas (if it absolutely cannot be released, put it out without releasing it)
- Put it in a clear or semi-transparent plastic bag, separate from dry batteries, small rechargeable batteries and e-cigarettes, and tie the bag closed
- Put it out at the non-burnable garbage station by 8 a.m. on non-burnable garbage day or cans/bottles day
Important Notes
Collection schedules and sorting rules may change. Please check the official website for the latest information.
- Even on non-burnable garbage day, use a clear or semi-transparent bag (never put it in the designated garbage bag)
- You may also take it to the Chichibu Environmental Sanitation Center (fee required)
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
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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.