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Plastic Containers and Packaging Updated 2026-09-24 Fuchu City

Styrofoam / Fuchu City

TL;DR

Styrofoam is classified as "Plastic Containers and Packaging" in Fuchu City.

How to dispose 2 STEPS
  1. 1 Break large pieces into small pieces and put them in the bag
  2. 2 Use the city-designated pink paid bag and put it out on the Plastic Containers and Packaging collection day
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Basic Info Quick Facts

Category Plastic Containers and Packaging
Pickup Day Check See municipal calendar
Fee Free
Booking No booking Just put out on day

Details & How-to

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Styrofoam is classified as Plastic Containers and Packaging.

Disposal Steps

  1. Break large pieces into small pieces and put them in the bag
  2. Use the city-designated pink paid bag and put it out on the Plastic Containers and Packaging collection day

Important Notes

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

  • Pieces that cannot be made small enough must be put out as Oversized Items

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

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Fuchu City Contact

Contact
Muni. Fuchu City Tokyo
Dept. Resource Recycling Promotion Division 📞 03-6424-4645 / Mon-Sat 8:00-19:00
Official Official website Check for latest info
Category Plastic Containers and Packaging

Official Sources

Primary Source
Disclaimer This article is based on official information from Fuchu City, but may differ from current rules. Verify on the official website before disposing. See our Editorial Policy and Terms of Use.
SOURCEFuchu City LAST REVIEW2026-09-24 PREFTokyo