How to Dispose of Refrigerator - Kawasaki City

Last updated: 2026-03-24

Basic Information

Category

Appliance Recycling

Collection

Varies by area

Fee

Recycling fee (varies by manufacturer and size)

Summary

Refrigerator is classified as Appliance Recycling.

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Subject to Home Appliance Recycling Law

Cannot be collected by municipality. Must be taken to electronics retailer, designated collection point, or use junk removal service.

📊 Disposal Method Comparison

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Electronics Store / Collection Point

  • Official recycling route
  • Recycling fee required
  • Self-transport required

For: Those who want official disposal route

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Junk Removal Service

  • Same-day service available
  • Pickup from your home
  • Multiple items at once OK

For: Those in a hurry, can't carry heavy items, or want bulk disposal

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Disposal Steps

  1. Because it is subject to the Home Appliance Recycling Law, it cannot be collected by local governments.
  2. Request collection from the store you purchased it from or the store you are replacing it with.
  3. Pay the recycling fee at the post office and bring it to the designated collection point.
  4. Another option is to use a local government collection service (charged).

Important Notes

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

  • Please be sure to empty the contents
  • Subject to Home Appliance Recycling Law

Contact

Department
Environmental Affairs Bureau, Living Environment Department, Weight Loss Promotion Division

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