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Non-burnable Garbage Updated 2026-09-25 Warabi City

Lighter / Warabi City

TL;DR

Lighter is classified as "Non-burnable Garbage" in Warabi City.

How to dispose 4 STEPS Regular collection
  1. 1 Empty the contents
  2. 2 On the non-burnable garbage collection day, put it in the yellow basket
  3. 3 If a disposable lighter cannot be emptied, put it in a colorless clear bag, write "中身あり" (contents remaining) on it, and put it out
  4. 4 Put it out at the designated place (clean/recycle station) by 8 a.m. on collection day
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Basic Info Quick Facts

Category Non-burnable Garbage
Pickup Day Varies by area See the city's collection calendar
Fee Free
Booking No booking Just put out on day

Details & How-to

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Lighter is classified as Non-burnable Garbage.

Disposal Steps

  1. Empty the contents
  2. On the non-burnable garbage collection day, put it in the yellow basket
  3. If a disposable lighter cannot be emptied, put it in a colorless clear bag, write "中身あり" (contents remaining) on it, and put it out
  4. Put it out at the designated place (clean/recycle station) by 8 a.m. on collection day

Important Notes

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

  • Please empty the contents
  • Never release leftover gas indoors, such as in a kitchen sink or bathroom; even with windows open, gas tends to collect low down and can ignite

Official Info & Contact

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Warabi City Contact

Contact
Muni. Warabi City Saitama
Dept. Residents Division 📞 048-432-3200
Official Official website Check for latest info
Category Non-burnable Garbage

Official Sources

Primary Source
Disclaimer This article is based on official information from Warabi City, but may differ from current rules. Verify on the official website before disposing. See our Editorial Policy and Terms of Use.
SOURCEWarabi City LAST REVIEW2026-09-25 PREFSaitama