Japan Garbage Disposal Encyclopedia

How to Dispose of Medicine - Shibuya 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. Remove tablets and capsules from the packaging sheet.
  2. Place in a bag as combustible garbage
  3. 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.

  • •Please return needles, etc. to the medical institution.
  • •Tablet sheets, etc. are combustible garbage. Bottles and metal containers are non-burnable garbage.

Contact

Department
Cleaning and Recycling Department

Related Links

Related Links

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Tokyo Garbage Guide Shibuya Ward Garbage Guide

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