Medicine ／ Katsushika City
TL;DR
Medicine is classified as "Burnable Garbage / Plastic Containers & Packaging (Pla Mark) / Not Collected" in Katsushika City.
- 1 Take tablets and granules out of the blister sheets and put them out in a bag as burnable garbage by 8 a.m.
- 2 Blister sheets, medicine bags and plastic medicine containers go out on the Pla Mark day
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Basic Info Quick Facts
Category
Burnable Garbage / Plastic Containers & Packaging (Pla Mark) / Not Collected
Pickup Day
Depends on type
See the steps below and the official site
Fee
Check
See the city's fee table
Booking
Depends on type
See the steps below and the official site
Details & How-to
02Medicine is classified as Burnable Garbage / Plastic Containers & Packaging (Pla Mark) / Not Collected.
Disposal Steps
- Take tablets and granules out of the blister sheets and put them out in a bag as burnable garbage by 8 a.m.
- Blister sheets, medicine bags and plastic medicine containers go out on the Pla Mark day
Important Notes
Collection schedules and sorting rules may change. Please check the official website for the latest information.
- Liquid medicine is not collected
- Needles used for home medical care go back to the pharmacy where you bought them
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
03Katsushika City Contact
Contact
Muni.
Katsushika City
Tokyo
Dept.
Katsushika Cleaners Office
📞 03-3693-6113 / Mon-Fri 8:30-17:15
Official
Official website
Check for latest info
Category
Burnable Garbage / Plastic Containers & Packaging (Pla Mark) / Not Collected
Official Sources
Primary Source
Official Website
city.katsushika.lg.jp
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Last verified: 2026-09-24
Disclaimer
This article is based on official information from Katsushika City, but may differ from current rules. Verify on the official website before disposing. See our Editorial Policy and Terms of Use.