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■What is asbestos?
Asbestos is a naturally occurring mineral fibre. Resistant to heat, friction, acid and alkali, asbestos is known for its strength and stability. For this reason asbestos is used in many manufactured products. However, because of its strength and resistance to mutation, when inhaled it damages lung tissue and hidden for a 15-40 year period can cause diseases such as lung cancer and mesothelioma. Since the fibres are so fine as to be invisible to the naked eye it is possible to inhale them without knowing.
■About household goods containing asbestos
A government investigation showed that in electric applicances etc used in most households, asbestos is used in certain parts. In normal use there is said to be no risk of asbestos fibres being released. In the case of disposal of such applicances please follow the guidelines below and do not dismantle or break up the appliance.
■Appliances which may contain asbestos
◎Appliance type (mainly those which produce heat when in use)
Fan heater, stove, toaster, heating pad, electric kotatsu etc
（※This is not an exhaustive list）
◎Ways to identify such items
After checking the maker and model of the applicance, consult the Environmental Department or check the list of appliances which contain asbestos on the Ministry of Economy Trade and Industry homepage.
◎How to dispose of appliances
To dispose of appliances which contain asbestos, without breaking or dismantling the item, wrap in two layers of bags, write in large letters 「アスベスト」and take directly to a Rubbish Disposal Area.
Related Links( Japanese )
環境省ホームページ（PDF 357KB）
電化製品一覧表（PDF 438KB）
Departmental InformationEnvironmental Section
Telephone.0772-69-0230
FAX.0772-64-5660
e-mail:kankyosuishin@city.kyotango.kyoto.jp
Recyclable Rubbish - Other (Plastic Containers and Packaging)
Guidelines for putting out plastic containers and packaging for recycling
Applicable items: trays, bottles, caps, carrier bags and polythene bags, plastic caps, polystyrene
※Notes
○These guidelines refer to plastic (i.e. petrochemical products)
○Please ensure containers are empty of their contents
○Please rinse before putting out for disposal, using water left after dish-washing.
○Staining (for example by instant ramen) which can not be removed is acceptable for disposal.
○Please do not mix in any other kinds of plastics.(e.g. bucket, toothbrush, hangers, plastic toys)
○For tube shaped items etc where washing is not possible please dispose of as burnable waste.
○Please reduce large trays and polystyrene foam items to a size of 40cm x 40cm.
○If you have any queries regarding the disposal of rubbish please ask at the environmental section.
Related Links( Japanese )
Departmental InformationEnvironmental Section
Telephone:0772-69-0230
FAX:0772-64-5660
e-mail:kankyosuishin@city.kyotango.kyoto.jp
Recyclable Rubbish - PET Bottles
Guidelines for putting out PET bottles for recycling
Applicable items: cold beverages, soy sauce, alcohol PET bottles
※Notes
○These guidelines apply to PET bottles which have PET identification on the label. For other plastic bottles, please refer to “Other Plastics”
○Please ensure containers are empty of their contents (including cigarettes etc).
○Please rinse before putting out for disposal, using water left after dish-washing.
○Where it is possible to remove the cap, please remove and dispose of as “Other Plastic”.
○Please remove labels and rings.
○Please dispose of PET bottles without crushing them.
○If you have any queries regarding the disposal of rubbish please ask at the environmental section.
Related Links( Japanese )
Departmental InformationEnvironmental Section
Telephone.0772-69-0230
FAX.0772-64-5660
e-mail:kankyosuishin@city.kyotango.kyoto.jp
Recyclable Rubbish - Cans
Guidelines for putting out cans for recycling
Applicable items: food cans (including metal lids), sweets cans, pierced spray cans (except paint cans)
※Notes
○Please ensure containers are empty of their contents (including cigarettes etc).
○Please dispose of spray paint cans as non-burnable rubbish.
○Please rinse before putting out for disposal, using water left after dish-washing.
○If you have any queries regarding the disposal of rubbish please ask at the environmental section.
Related Links( Japanese )
Departmental InformationEnvironmental Section
Telephone.0772-69-0230
FAX.0772-64-5660
e-mail:kankyosuishin@city.kyotango.kyoto.jp
Recyclable Rubbish - Papers etc
Guidelines for putting out papers etc for recycling
Applicable items: cardboard, newspaper (including advertisements), magazines and printed matter, milk packs
※Notes
○Please bundle each kind of paper with string.
○Where paper or card is very dirty, has oil on it or is carbon paper, please dispose of as burnable rubbish.
○Please assist collection teams such as co-operative groups and PTA.
○If you have any queries regarding the disposal of rubbish please ask at the environmental section.
Related Links( Japanese )
Departmental InformationEnvironmental Section
Telephone.0772-69-0230
e-mail:kankyosuishin@city.kyotango.kyoto.jp
Recycle glass
Recyclable Rubbish - Glass Bottles
Guidelines for putting out bottles for recycling
Applicable items: food bottles - clear, brown, black etc
※Notes
○Please ensure containers are empty of their contents (including cigarettes etc).
○Please rinse before putting out for disposal, using water left after dish-washing.
○Please remove all caps that can be removed by hand.
(For plastic caps see “Other Plastics”, for metal caps see “Cans” for disposal guidelines)
○Please separate by colour of glass.
○Please remove all labels.
○Broken glass should be wrapped in newspaper and disposed of as non-burnable rubbish.
○Other kinds of glass bottles (heat-resistant glass, cosmetics bottles etc) should be disposed of as non-burnable
○Returnable glass bottles (e.g. alcohol, beer) should be returned to the place of purchase.
○If you have any queries regarding the disposal of rubbish please ask at the environmental section.
Related Links( Japanese )
Departmental InformationEnvironmental Section
Telephone.0772-69-0230
FAX.0772-64-5660
e-mail:kankyosuishin@city.kyotango.kyoto.jp
Recycling Household Electric Appliances
Electrical Appliances which recycling system applies to:「Air-conditioning Units」「TVs」「Refrigerators」「Washing machines」「Freezers」
Rubbish management facilities in the city are not able to take items such as the 5 listed above. In the case of disposing of such items please request the outlet from which you made the purchase to take back the old item. Where the original outlet is unknown or far away, please contact your nearest outlet for advice.
【Recycling Charges including tax】
○Air-conditioning Unit Y3,675
○TV Y2,835
○Refrigerator / Freezer Y4,830
○Washing machine Y2,520
※Additional charges for collection and transport are applicable.
※Depending on the model and maker recycling charges may differ.
Related Links( Japanese )
Departmental InformationEnvironmental Section
Telephone.0772-69-0230
FAX.0772-64-5660
e-mail:kankyosuishin@city.kyotango.kyoto.jp
Visiting and Observing Rubbish and Recycling Facilities
Those wishing to visit rubbish management facilities (incineration facility, recyling plaza, disposal area) should complete the application form below (Japanese).
There may be adjustments to schedules so please contact the environmental section in advance.
【Rubbish Management Facilities in Kyotango City】
○Mineyama Clean Centre（in Naiki）
○Mineyama Disposal Area（in Naiki）
○Omiya Disposal Area（in Misaka）
○Amino Disposal Area（in Mitsu）
○Kumihama Disposal Area（in Mihara）
Application Form( Japanese )
視察・見学依頼書（PDF 30KB）
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Environmental Section
Telephone.0772-69-0230
FAX.0772-64-5660
e-mail:kankyosuishin@city.kyotango.kyoto.jp
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