“Looking for trash cans in Japan is a treasure hunt.!? Reasons why there are not enough trash cans and smart ways to deal with it”

``I had a hard time finding a trash can after coming to Japan.…” I often hear such voices.。When I walk around the city, it's clean and I don't see a single piece of trash.、Why are there so few trash cans? This time、me as a japanese、Piyun explains the reason in detail.、We will introduce 5 useful garbage disposal methods and convenient spots while sightseeing.。If you read this article、Traveling to Japan should be more comfortable!

Why do Japan have few trash cans?

1. Cultural background

In Japan, I have a custom of "bring my own garbage home" for a long time.。This results in、Increased awareness of keeping public places clean。for example、Even after cherry blossom viewing and festivals、It is common to see participants taking their trash home with them.。Because this culture is deeply rooted、People don't have a problem even if there are not enough trash cans in the city.。

2. Historical events

1995Tour triggered by the annual subway sarin incident、There are concerns that public trash cans could be used as hiding places for hazardous materials.、Many trash cans have been removed。The result of focusing on safety、Even now, the number of trash cans has been installed.。

3. Waste management system

In Japan、Garbage separation and collection are very strict。Residents are required to put garbage on the specified date and place、You rarely need to rely on public trash bins。This efficient system、It is connected to the smaller trash can。

Useful for traveling in Japan! 5 spots where you can find a trash can

1. Convenience store

Convenience stores that can be said to be the Japanese savior、Almost everywhere。A trash can is installed in the store、You can throw away your drink containers and lunch boxes.。however、It is installed to dispose of the garbage of purchased products.、Let's protect our manners。

2. Stone trash can

Some stations have trash cans near the ticket gate。Especially stations at major tourist destinations (e.g.：at Tokyo Station or Kyoto Station)、It will be easier to find the trash can。however、Care must be taken as separation is required.。

3. Trash can dedicated to sightseeing spots

In areas with many tourists、Trash cans may be provided。for example、At ``Blue Pond'' in Biei Town, Hokkaido、Trash cans have been set up for tourists.、Care has been taken not to spoil the beautiful scenery.。

4. Large commercial facility

There is always a trash bin on shopping malls and department store food courts.。If you can't find the trash can、We also recommend asking at the information desk.。

5. Near the vending machine

Near the drink vending machine、There may be trash bins specifically for empty cans and plastic bottles.。however、In many cases, general garbage cannot be thrown away.、Use it according to the purpose。

my experience

When I first guided my overseas friends、She was surprised and said, "There are no trash cans anywhere!"。At that time we、Because I didn't have a garbage bag for taking it home、In the wing of a drink by holding a cup of drinks。So from the next time、I decided to bring a small folding garbage bag。This is a great answer!

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