Japan Garbage Disposal Encyclopedia

How to Dispose of Medicine - Shinagawa 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. Pill packs and powder medicine to combustible garbage
  2. Bottles and metal containers to ceramics/glass/metal garbage
  3. Plastic containers to resources

Important Notes

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

Contact

Department
Shinagawa Ward Sanitation Office

Related Links

Related Links

Guide Home

Tokyo Garbage Guide Shinagawa Ward Garbage Guide

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