Glass Bottle ／ Nakano City
TL;DR
Glass Bottle is classified as "Recyclables" in Nakano City. Fee: Free.
- 1 Rinse inside
- 2 Remove cap (metal caps go to ceramics/glass/metal, plastic caps to plastic recycling)
- 3 Put in a transparent or semi-transparent bag
- 4 Take out on bottle/can/PET bottle collection day (once a week)
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Basic Info Quick Facts
Category
Recyclables
Pickup Day
Varies by area
See the city's collection calendar
Fee
Free
Booking
No booking
Just put out on day
Details & How-to
02Glass Bottle is classified as Recyclables.
Disposal Steps
- Rinse inside
- Remove cap (metal caps go to ceramics/glass/metal, plastic caps to plastic recycling)
- Put in a transparent or semi-transparent bag
- Take out on bottle/can/PET bottle collection day (once a week)
Important Notes
Collection schedules and sorting rules may change. Please check the official website for the latest information.
- Labels can be left on
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
03Nakano City Contact
Contact
Muni.
Nakano City
Tokyo
Dept.
Environment Department Cleaning Office
Official
Official website
Check for latest info
Category
Recyclables
Official Sources
Primary Source
Official Website
city.tokyo-nakano.lg.jp
Visit
Last verified: 2026-02-24
Disclaimer
This article is based on official information from Nakano City, but may differ from current rules. Verify on the official website before disposing. See our Editorial Policy and Terms of Use.