Smartphone ／ Akishima City
TL;DR
Smartphone is classified as "Hazardous Waste" in Akishima City. Fee: Free.
- 1 Put it in a transparent or semi-transparent bag (a shopping bag is fine) and write 「有害ごみ」 (Hazardous Waste) on the bag
- 2 Put it out by 8:30 a.m. on the Hazardous Waste collection day shown on the garbage collection calendar
- 3 Phones with the battery removed can also go into the small appliance collection boxes at 18 locations in the city (erase your data yourself)
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Basic Info Quick Facts
Category
Hazardous Waste
Pickup Day
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See the steps below and the calendarSee the steps above and the calendar
Fee
Free
Booking
Special pickup
Designated point
Details & How-to
02Smartphone is classified as Hazardous Waste.
Disposal Steps
- Put it in a transparent or semi-transparent bag (a shopping bag is fine) and write 「有害ごみ」 (Hazardous Waste) on the bag
- Put it out by 8:30 a.m. on the Hazardous Waste collection day shown on the garbage collection calendar
- Phones with the battery removed can also go into the small appliance collection boxes at 18 locations in the city (erase your data yourself)
Important Notes
- Even if the battery is swollen, put it out as Hazardous Waste
- If the battery can be removed, put the battery out as Hazardous Waste and the phone itself as Non-burnable Garbage
- Never mix it with other garbage, as this can lead to fires
Disposal Methods
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1
Put out by municipal sorting rules
Category: Hazardous Waste / Fee: Free
Put it out by 8:30 a.m. on the Hazardous Waste collection day shown on the garbage collection calendar
→ See how to dispose -
2
Buyback / Recycle shop
Can get cash if in good condition. Especially for brand items
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3
Junk removal service
For bulk disposal. Prices vary by company, so get a quote
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Compare free quotesCollection schedules and sorting rules may change. Please check the official website for the latest information.
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
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Category
Hazardous Waste
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.