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Recyclables (Used Paper) / Burnable Garbage Updated 2026-09-24 Katsushika City

Paper Carton / Katsushika City

TL;DR

Paper Carton is classified as "Recyclables (Used Paper) / Burnable Garbage" in Katsushika City.

How to dispose 4 STEPS Regular collection
  1. 1 For cartons that are white inside, rinse, cut open, dry and tie them together
  2. 2 Take them to the collection point by 8 a.m. on the recyclables day
  3. 3 Cut off plastic spouts and put them out as burnable garbage
  4. 4 Cartons lined with aluminum inside (e.g. for sake) go out as burnable garbage
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Basic Info Quick Facts

Category Recyclables (Used Paper) / Burnable Garbage
Pickup Day Varies by area See the city's collection calendar
Fee Free
Booking No booking Just put out on day

Details & How-to

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Paper Carton is classified as Recyclables (Used Paper) / Burnable Garbage.

Disposal Steps

  1. For cartons that are white inside, rinse, cut open, dry and tie them together
  2. Take them to the collection point by 8 a.m. on the recyclables day
  3. Cut off plastic spouts and put them out as burnable garbage
  4. Cartons lined with aluminum inside (e.g. for sake) go out as burnable garbage

Important Notes

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

  • If you do not cut off the spout, put the carton out as burnable garbage
  • Aluminum-lined cartons cannot be recycled

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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Katsushika 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 Recyclables (Used Paper) / Burnable Garbage

Official Sources

Primary Source
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.
SOURCEKatsushika City LAST REVIEW2026-09-24 PREFTokyo