Medicine ／ Edogawa Ward
TL;DR
Medicine is classified as "燃やすごみ（医療廃棄物を除く）" in Edogawa Ward. Fee: Free.
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Basic Info Quick Facts
Category
燃やすごみ（医療廃棄物を除く）
Pickup Day
Approx. 2x/week
See municipal calendar
Fee
Free
Booking
No booking
Just put out on day
Details & How-to
02Medicine is classified as 燃やすごみ（医療廃棄物を除く）.
Disposal Steps
- Dispose of household over-the-counter medicines as burnable garbage
- Rinse plastic bottles clean and put in recyclables
- Return medical waste such as syringes to the pharmacy
- Take out by 8 AM on collection day
Important Notes
Collection schedules and sorting rules may change. Please check the official website for the latest information.
- Please return to the pharmacy
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
03Edogawa Ward Contact
Contact
Muni.
Edogawa Ward
Tokyo
Dept.
Environmental Services Division, Sanitation Section
Official
Official website
Check for latest info
Category
燃やすごみ（医療廃棄物を除く）
Official Sources
Primary Source
Official Website
city.edogawa.tokyo.jp
Visit
Last verified: 2026-03-01
Disclaimer
This article is based on official information from Edogawa Ward, but may differ from current rules. Verify on the official website before disposing. See our Editorial Policy and Terms of Use.