文京区 · Tokyo, Japan · 2026

Bunkyo Ward Garbage Collection Schedule

Official pickup days for burnable, non-burnable, recyclable, and bulky waste in Bunkyo Ward (文京区). Population 232,000 · 11.29 km² · 20,549 residents/km².

Quick Answer — Bunkyo Ward Burnable: Tuesday & Friday  ·  Non-burnable: 2nd and 4th Tuesday  ·  Recyclable: every Thursday
Days vary by neighbourhood (丁目). Use GomiMate for your exact address-level schedule.
232,000
Residents
11.29 km²
Total area
980
Collection stations
204 kg
Waste per capita/yr
5.3%
Foreign residents
22
Neighbourhoods

Collection Schedule

Days listed are typical for most neighbourhoods. Exact days depend on your specific chome (丁目).

Burnable Tuesday & Friday (Hongo, Koishikawa areas); Monday & Thursday (Mejiro, Komagome areas)
Non-burnable 2nd and 4th Tuesday of each month
Recyclable Cans, bottles, PET: every Thursday; Paper & magazines: 1st and 3rd Saturday (community-led)
Bulky Waste By appointment — call 03-3813-0453

Collection days vary by neighbourhood within Bunkyo Ward. Always verify with GomiMate or the official ward waste website ↗.

What Makes Bunkyo Ward Unique

Bunkyo is home to Tokyo University, Meiji University, Nihon University, and 10+ other campuses. During graduation season (March) and move-in season (April), the ward sees a 35% spike in furniture and large-item disposal — the highest proportional bulky waste surge of any Tokyo ward.

Known for

Tokyo University, Koishikawa Botanical Garden, Hakusan

Note for residents

Students in Bunkyo should note that during March–April move-out season, bulky waste slots fill up weeks in advance. Book your slot for furniture disposal as early as possible.

収集スケジュール(日本語)

曜日はお住まいの地区によって異なります。正確な曜日はGomiMateまたは区の公式サイトでご確認ください。

燃えるごみ 火・金曜日(本郷・小石川地区)/月・木曜日(目白・駒込地区)
不燃ごみ 毎月第2・第4火曜日
資源ごみ 缶・びん・ペットボトル:毎週木曜日/紙・雑誌:第1・第3土曜日(集団回収)
粗大ごみ 事前申込制(電話 03-3813-0453)

日本語でのご注意:3〜4月の引っ越しシーズンは粗大ごみの予約が殺到します。家具などの処分は早めの申込みを強くおすすめします。

Frequently Asked Questions — Bunkyo Ward

What day is burnable garbage (燃えるごみ) collected in Bunkyo Ward?

Bunkyo Ward collects burnable garbage Tuesday & Friday (Hongo, Koishikawa areas); Monday & Thursday (Mejiro, Komagome areas). However, the exact days depend on your specific neighbourhood (丁目). Some streets collect on Monday and Thursday; others on Tuesday and Friday. Use GomiMate to enter your exact address and get your personal pickup calendar.

How often is recyclable waste (資源ごみ) collected in Bunkyo Ward?

Cans, bottles, PET: every Thursday; Paper & magazines: 1st and 3rd Saturday (community-led). Glass, cans, and PET bottles may be collected together or on separate days depending on your area. Check with GomiMate for your address-specific schedule.

How do I book bulky waste (粗大ごみ) collection in Bunkyo Ward?

By appointment — call 03-3813-0453. Fees apply for bulky waste — typically ¥400–¥2,000 per item depending on size. Booking at least one week in advance is strongly recommended, especially during March–April moving season.

What languages is the Bunkyo Ward waste guide available in?

The ward office provides guides in Japanese and English as standard. GomiMate's sort guide is available in English and Japanese across all 23 wards.

Official Waste Information

For the most up-to-date collection schedule and rules, always refer to the official Bunkyo Ward website:

文京区 Official Waste Page ↗

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