Food Waste ／ Shibuya City
TL;DR
Food Waste is classified as "Burnable Garbage" in Shibuya City. Fee: Free.
- 1 drain thoroughly
- 2 Wrap it in newspaper or put it in a sachet
- 3 Place in designated bags or transparent/semi-transparent bags
- 4 Dispose of combustible garbage to the collection point on collection day
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Basic Info Quick Facts
Category
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
02Food Waste is classified as Burnable Garbage.
Disposal Steps
- drain thoroughly
- Wrap it in newspaper or put it in a sachet
- Place in designated bags or transparent/semi-transparent bags
- 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.
- Some local governments have subsidy systems for garbage disposal machines.
- Drain well and serve.
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
03Shibuya City Contact
Contact
Muni.
Shibuya City
Tokyo
Dept.
Cleaning and Recycling Department
📞 03-5467-4073 / Weekdays 8:30-17:00
Official
Official website
Check for latest info
Category
Burnable Garbage
Official Sources
Primary Source
Official Website
city.shibuya.tokyo.jp
Visit
Last verified: 2026-02-24
Disclaimer
This article is based on official information from Shibuya City, but may differ from current rules. Verify on the official website before disposing. See our Editorial Policy and Terms of Use.