Cardboard ／ Akishima City
TL;DR
Cardboard is classified as "Used Paper (Cardboard & Brown Paper)" in Akishima City. Fee: Free.
- 1 Fold it (remove styrofoam, vinyl and the like; metal fittings can stay on)
- 2 If there is a lot, tie it with string (do not tie it with packing tape)
- 3 Put it out by 8:30 a.m. on the "cardboard/brown paper + milk cartons" collection day shown on the collection calendar (once every 3 weeks, depending on your district)
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Basic Info Quick Facts
Category
Used Paper (Cardboard & Brown Paper)
Pickup Day
Check
See municipal calendar
Fee
Free
Booking
No booking
Just put out on day
Details & How-to
02Cardboard is classified as Used Paper (Cardboard & Brown Paper).
Disposal Steps
- Fold it (remove styrofoam, vinyl and the like; metal fittings can stay on)
- If there is a lot, tie it with string (do not tie it with packing tape)
- Put it out by 8:30 a.m. on the "cardboard/brown paper + milk cartons" collection day shown on the collection calendar (once every 3 weeks, depending on your district)
Important Notes
Collection schedules and sorting rules may change. Please check the official website for the latest information.
- Cardboard with wax or aluminum on it, or very dirty cardboard, goes out as burnable garbage
- Brown paper such as brown envelopes, brown boxes and brown paper bags can also go out on the "cardboard/brown paper" day
- Do not put it in a plastic bag
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
03Akishima City Contact
Contact
Muni.
Akishima City
東京都
Dept.
Waste Management Division, Environment Department
📞 042-546-5300 / 月～金 8:30-17:15
Official
Official website
Check for latest info
Category
Used Paper (Cardboard & Brown Paper)
Official Sources
Primary Source
Official Website
city.akishima.lg.jp
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Last verified: 2026-03-30
Disclaimer
This article is based on official information from Akishima City, but may differ from current rules. Verify on the official website before disposing. See our Editorial Policy and Terms of Use.