Japan Garbage Disposal Encyclopedia

How to Dispose of Medicine - Setagaya Ward

Last updated: 2026-03-24
🇯🇵 日本語

Basic Information

Category

Burnable Garbage

Collection

Varies by area

Fee

Free

Summary

Medicine is classified as 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

Disposal Steps

  1. Tablets, capsules, and medicine sheets go out on burnable garbage day
  2. Absorb liquid medicine in cloth and dispose as burnable garbage
  3. Never dispose of syringes in garbage - return to your doctor or pharmacy

Important Notes

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

  • •Consult a pharmacy if you have large amounts of medicine to dispose

Contact

Department
Sanitation and Recycling Division, Operations Section

Related Links

Related Links

Guide Home

Tokyo Garbage Guide Setagaya Ward Garbage Guide

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