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Non-burnable Garbage Updated 2026-03-30 Akishima City

Electric Cord / Akishima City

TL;DR

Electric Cord is classified as "Non-burnable Garbage" in Akishima City.

How to dispose 3 STEPS Regular collection
  1. 1 Cut it into lengths of 50 cm or less
  2. 2 Put it directly into the designated collection bag (orange)
  3. 3 Put it out by 8:30 a.m. on the non-burnable garbage collection day shown on the collection calendar
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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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Electric Cord is classified as Non-burnable Garbage.

Disposal Steps

  1. Cut it into lengths of 50 cm or less
  2. Put it directly into the designated collection bag (orange)
  3. Put it out by 8:30 a.m. on the non-burnable garbage collection day shown on the collection calendar

Important Notes

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

  • Cords wound on a drum (cord reels) are Oversized Items. If you cut the cord into lengths of 50 cm or less, it can go out as non-burnable garbage in the designated collection bag
  • Cables (electric wires) are also collected in the small appliance collection boxes (18 locations in the city), if they fit through the slot (about 15 cm high and 30 cm wide)

Official Info & Contact

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Akishima 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 Non-burnable Garbage

Official Sources

Primary Source
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.
SOURCEAkishima City LAST REVIEW2026-03-30 PREFTokyo