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Used Batteries (Recyclables) Updated 2026-09-24 Nagahama City

Rechargeable Battery / Nagahama City

TL;DR

Rechargeable Battery is classified as "Used Batteries (Recyclables)" in Nagahama City.

How to dispose 4 STEPS Regular collection
  1. 1 On the recyclables (資源ごみ) collection day (twice a month), place in the collection container labeled 「使用ずみ乾電池類」 (used batteries) at the collection point
  2. 2 Put out by 8:30 a.m. on collection day
  3. 3 Batteries removed from appliances and mobile batteries also go to used batteries
  4. 4 Electrical stores and other recycling cooperating stores (yellow recycling box) also collect them
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Basic Info Quick Facts

Category Used Batteries (Recyclables)
Pickup Day Check See the steps below and the calendar
Fee Check Depends on where you take it
Booking Check Depends on battery type

Details & How-to

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Rechargeable Battery is classified as Used Batteries (Recyclables).

Disposal Steps

  1. On the recyclables (資源ごみ) collection day (twice a month), place in the collection container labeled 「使用ずみ乾電池類」 (used batteries) at the collection point
  2. Put out by 8:30 a.m. on collection day
  3. Batteries removed from appliances and mobile batteries also go to used batteries
  4. Electrical stores and other recycling cooperating stores (yellow recycling box) also collect them

Important Notes

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

  • Even if dirty or rusted, they cannot be put out as non-burnable garbage (they can cause fires in collection vehicles and elsewhere)
  • Swollen mobile batteries can also be put out on recyclables collection day (they can also be taken directly to Crystal Plaza or Ika Clean Plaza)
  • For lead-acid batteries such as car batteries, consult the store

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

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Nagahama City Contact

Contact
Muni. Nagahama City 滋賀県
Dept. Environmental Conservation Division 📞 0749-65-6513
Official Official website Check for latest info
Category Used Batteries (Recyclables)

Official Sources

Primary Source
Disclaimer This article is based on official information from Nagahama 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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