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Aki Ward Garbage Collection

Collection days can change by address block, holiday, building, and local station. Always confirm the final day with the official ward page or GomiMate's address-level calendar.

Local ruleSeno, Aki-Nakano, eastern commuter neighborhoods

Collection schedule

Start with the six collection streams, then confirm the day for your address block.

Burnable garbage: Area-specific combustible waste collection; use sturdy paper or plastic bags and check the neighborhood calendar.
Non-burnable garbage: Non-combustible waste is separate from recyclable and hazardous waste; sharp or battery items need extra handling.
Recyclables: PET bottles, recyclable plastics, other plastics, recyclable waste and hazardous waste are separate Hiroshima categories.
Plastic packaging: Recyclable plastic and other plastic are not the same category; confirm packaging marks and item condition.
Paper and cloth: Paper and cloth may follow recyclable-waste rules or community collection depending on the local station.
Bulky waste: Large waste is paid and by reservation; confirm the item, fee and pickup place before putting anything out.

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Before pickup morning

Three checks prevent most rejected bags.

1. Match the addressConfirm the town, block, building, and assigned collection point.
2. Prepare the itemUse the correct bag, empty containers, and separate caps or labels where required.
3. Check the timeReview holiday changes and set items out by the local morning deadline.

Official links

Municipal pages to use for final verification.

Ward officeOpens the official municipal website.Official waste pageOpens the official municipal website.

Verified: 2026-07-30

Resident sorting checklist

Aki Ward, Hiroshima residents should confirm the address block, collection station, collection morning, apartment waste-room rule, and bag requirement before setting out trash.

Use the schedule rows as a guide, then verify official ward pages for holidays, temporary changes, bulky waste booking, disposal stickers, hazardous items, and building-specific instructions.

If you are moving, separate ordinary garbage, cardboard, clothing, appliances, furniture, batteries, and spray cans early because they may use different routes and deadlines.

Japan garbage collection schedule
ward waste sorting official page
burnable non burnable recyclable
plastic packaging PET bottle
bulky waste reservation sticker
apartment waste room collection station
designated bag transparent bag
moving out large garbage
battery aerosol fluorescent lamp
home appliance recycling retailer take back

Local resident advice

Check the details that can change by building and collection point.

Aki Ward is part of Hiroshima. Hiroshima separates household waste into eight citywide streams, with PET bottles, recyclable plastics, other plastics, hazardous items and large waste handled separately. Collection days can change by address block, holiday, building, and local station. Always confirm the final day with the official ward page or GomiMate's address-level calendar.

Known for: Seno, Aki-Nakano, eastern commuter neighborhoods

City stats

Local context for this guide.

77,000Population

818/km²Density

342Collection points

2.6%Foreign residents

FAQ

How do I find my exact garbage day?

Choose your ward first, then confirm the address block or collection station. Large apartments can have their own internal waste room rules.

Do I need a special garbage bag?

Hiroshima does not treat every plastic item the same. Use the official eight-category flow to separate combustible garbage, PET bottles, recyclable plastic, other plastic, non-combustible items, resources, hazardous waste and large waste.

How do I dispose of bulky waste?

Bulky waste requires advance booking, a fee, and a disposal sticker or confirmation number. Do not leave large items at a station without booking.