Garbage Disposal in Kawaguchi — Guide for Foreign Residents
Proper garbage disposal is especially important in Kawaguchi, where diverse communities live close together. The city provides garbage guides in multiple languages including Chinese, Vietnamese, Turkish, Korean, and English to ensure all residents can follow the rules.
| Garbage Type | Collection | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Burnable Waste | Twice per week | Designated yellow bags |
| Non-burnable Waste | Twice per month | Designated blue bags |
| Recyclables | Once per week | Separate by material |
| Hazardous Waste | Once per month | Batteries, fluorescent bulbs |
Step 1: Get Designated Garbage Bags
Kawaguchi requires designated paid garbage bags — yellow for burnable, blue for non-burnable. Buy them at supermarkets and convenience stores.
Step 2: Learn the Sorting Rules
The multilingual garbage guide from Kawaguchi City Hall explains each category with illustrations. This is especially helpful for residents unfamiliar with Japanese garbage customs.
Step 3: Follow the Collection Schedule
Check your area's collection calendar. Put garbage out by 8:30 AM on the designated day at the correct collection point.
- ☑ Designated yellow bags (burnable)
- ☑ Designated blue bags (non-burnable)
- ☑ Area-specific collection calendar
Office Information
Kawaguchi City — Environmental Division
Address: 1-3-1 Aoki, Kawaguchi-shi, Saitama
Phone: 048-228-5370
Hours: Mon–Fri 8:30–17:15
Source: Kawaguchi City
Q: Can I get a garbage guide in my language?
Yes, Kawaguchi provides garbage guides in Chinese, Vietnamese, Turkish, Korean, English, and other languages at City Hall and online.
Q: What if my garbage is not collected?
If your garbage is left behind, check whether you used the correct bag and sorted properly. A warning sticker may indicate the problem. Contact the Environmental Division for help.
※ The information on this site is for reference only. Please confirm procedure details at your local municipal office.
