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Hazardous Waste Updated 2026-03-02 Higashiyamato City

Fluorescent Light / Higashiyamato City

TL;DR

Fluorescent Light is classified as "Hazardous Waste" in Higashiyamato City.

How to dispose 3 STEPS
  1. 1 Keep it from breaking, for example by putting it in its product box
  2. 2 Put it in a clear or semi-transparent bag, separately from other items
  3. 3 On hazardous waste day (once a month), place it next to the can basket and bottle container
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Basic Info Quick Facts

Category Hazardous Waste
Pickup Day Check See the steps below and the calendarSee the steps above and the calendar
Fee Free / bring-in Depends on method
Booking Special pickup Designated point

Details & How-to

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Fluorescent Light is classified as Hazardous Waste.

Disposal Steps

  1. Keep it from breaking, for example by putting it in its product box
  2. Put it in a clear or semi-transparent bag, separately from other items
  3. On hazardous waste day (once a month), place it next to the can basket and bottle container

Important Notes

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

  • For lamps 120 cm or longer, ask the store where you bought them or a specialist contractor
  • LED tubes and incandescent bulbs are Non-burnable Garbage

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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Higashiyamato City Contact

Contact
Muni. Higashiyamato City Tokyo
Dept. 市民生活部環境対策課ごみ減量係 📞 042-563-2111(内線:1241) / 平日 午前8時30分~午後5時
Official Official website Check for latest info
Category Hazardous Waste

Official Sources

Primary Source
Disclaimer This article is based on official information from Higashiyamato City, but may differ from current rules. Verify on the official website before disposing. See our Editorial Policy and Terms of Use.
SOURCEHigashiyamato City LAST REVIEW2026-03-02 PREFTokyo