Medicine ／ Meguro Ward
TL;DR
Medicine is classified as "燃やすごみ" in Meguro Ward. Fee: Free.
01
Basic Info Quick Facts
Category
燃やすごみ
Pickup Day
Approx. 2x/week
See municipal calendar
Fee
Free
Booking
No booking
Just put out on day
Details & How-to
02Medicine is classified as 燃やすごみ.
Disposal Steps
- Remove tablets and capsules from the packaging sheet.
- Place in a bag as combustible garbage
- Dispose of combustible garbage to the collection point on collection day
Important Notes
Collection schedules and sorting rules may change. Please check the official website for the latest information.
- Please return needles, etc. to the medical institution.
- Tablet sheets, etc. are combustible garbage. Bottles and metal containers 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
03Meguro Ward Contact
Contact
Muni.
Meguro Ward
Tokyo
Dept.
Cleaning and Recycling Division
📞 03-5722-9572 / Weekdays 8:30-17:00
Official
Official website
Check for latest info
Category
燃やすごみ
Official Sources
Primary Source
Official Website
city.meguro.tokyo.jp
Visit
Last verified: 2026-02-24
Disclaimer
This article is based on official information from Meguro Ward, but may differ from current rules. Verify on the official website before disposing. See our Editorial Policy and Terms of Use.