Styrofoam ／ Hashimoto City
TL;DR
Styrofoam is classified as "Recyclables / Oversized Items / Crushable Waste" in Hashimoto City. Fee: Designated bag cost only.
- 1 Break it (crush cushioning pieces of 30cm or more)
- 2 Remove dirt
- 3 Put in the recycling bag at the collection point by 8:00 a.m. on collection day
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Basic Info Quick Facts
Category
Recyclables / Oversized Items / Crushable Waste
Pickup Day
Depends on size
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Fee
Designated bag cost only
Booking
Depends on size
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Details & How-to
02Styrofoam is classified as Recyclables / Oversized Items / Crushable Waste.
Disposal Steps
- Break it (crush cushioning pieces of 30cm or more)
- Remove dirt
- Put in the recycling bag at the collection point by 8:00 a.m. on collection day
Important Notes
Collection schedules and sorting rules may change. Please check the official website for the latest information.
- Packaging styrofoam is other plastic; items that cannot be cleaned are burnable garbage.
- Styrofoam products such as cooler boxes are oversized garbage (30cm or less: crushable).
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
03Hashimoto City Contact
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Muni.
Hashimoto City
和歌山県
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Category
Recyclables / Oversized Items / Crushable Waste
Official Sources
Primary Source
Official Website
city.hashimoto.lg.jp
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Last verified: 2026-09-26
Disclaimer
This article is based on official information from Hashimoto City, but may differ from current rules. Verify on the official website before disposing. See our Editorial Policy and Terms of Use.