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Hazardous Waste Updated 2026-07-15 Arakawa Ward

Computer/PC / Arakawa Ward

TL;DR

Computer/PC is classified as "Hazardous Waste" in Arakawa Ward.

How to dispose 3 STEPS
  1. 1 Covered by the Home Appliance Recycling Law and not collected by the municipality
  2. 2 Request pickup from the retailer where you bought it or where you buy a replacement
  3. 3 Or pay the recycling fee at a post office and bring it to a designated collection site
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Basic Info Quick Facts

Category Hazardous Waste
Pickup Day Monthly / bring-in Drop-off may apply
Fee Free / bring-in Depends on method
Booking Special pickup Designated point

Details & How-to

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Computer/PC is classified as Hazardous Waste.

Disposal Steps

  1. Covered by the Home Appliance Recycling Law and not collected by the municipality
  2. Request pickup from the retailer where you bought it or where you buy a replacement
  3. Or pay the recycling fee at a post office and bring it to a designated collection site

Important Notes

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

  • バッテリーが取り外せる場合は外してください
  • 他のごみと混ぜないでください

It may still have resale value

Working PCs may have resale value via mail-in buyback. Back up and wipe your data before sending

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Disposal Methods

  • 1
    Municipal oversized garbage (cheapest)

    Reservation required, fee applies. Takes time but saves money

  • 2
    Buyback / Recycle shop

    Can get cash if in good condition. Especially for brand items

    → Local recycle shops (12)
  • 3
    Junk removal service

    For bulk disposal. Same-day service available

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Official Info & Contact

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Arakawa Ward Contact

Contact
Muni. Arakawa Ward Tokyo
Dept. 環境清掃部清掃リサイクル推進課
Official Official website Check for latest info
Category Hazardous Waste

Official Sources

Primary Source
Disclaimer This article is based on official information from Arakawa Ward, but may differ from current rules. Verify on the official website before disposing. See our Editorial Policy and Terms of Use.
SOURCEArakawa Ward LAST REVIEW2026-07-15 PREFTokyo