Thermometer ／ Minano Town
TL;DR
Thermometer is classified as "Hazardous Waste" in Minano Town.
- 1 Wrap a mercury thermometer in newspaper or similar and write "水銀体温計" (mercury thermometer) on it
- 2 Put it in a clear or semi-transparent bag (never put it in a designated garbage bag)
- 3 Put it out at the collection point by 8 a.m. on non-burnable garbage day or cans/bottles day
01
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
02Thermometer is classified as Hazardous Waste.
Disposal Steps
- Wrap a mercury thermometer in newspaper or similar and write "水銀体温計" (mercury thermometer) on it
- Put it in a clear or semi-transparent bag (never put it in a designated garbage bag)
- Put it out at the collection point 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.
- Digital thermometers are small appliances: remove the battery if it can be removed, and put it out in a clear or semi-transparent bag on non-burnable garbage day
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
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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.