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Plastic Updated 2026-03-01 Higashimurayama City

Styrofoam / Higashimurayama City

TL;DR

Styrofoam is classified as "Plastic" in Higashimurayama City.

How to dispose 3 STEPS
  1. 1 Rinse lightly and let dry
  2. 2 Place in designated collection bag
  3. 3 Put out on scheduled pickup day (Friday)
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Basic Info Quick Facts

Category Plastic
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.

Disposal Steps

  1. Rinse lightly and let dry
  2. Place in designated collection bag
  3. Put out on scheduled pickup day (Friday)

Important Notes

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

  • 大きいものは粗大ごみの場合があります

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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Higashimurayama City Contact

Contact
Muni. Higashimurayama City Tokyo
Dept. Environmental Resources Recycling Division, Waste Reduction Promotion Section 📞 042-393-5111 (代表) 内線3451~3453 / 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM (Monday-Friday, closed weekends/holidays/year-end)
Official Official website Check for latest info
Category Plastic

Official Sources

Primary Source
Disclaimer This article is based on official information from Higashimurayama City, but may differ from current rules. Verify on the official website before disposing. See our Editorial Policy and Terms of Use.
SOURCEHigashimurayama City LAST REVIEW2026-03-01 PREFTokyo