Information checked as of 2026-08-21
After moving to Nara City: getting started with garbage collection
First things to know
- Collection day Collection days in Nara City differ by town or neighborhood, so choose your new area to find the first collection date and how to put out garbage.
- Bags No designated bags; transparent or translucent bags allowed
- Sorting 4 categories
- Bulky waste Bulky waste and cardboard from a move may not be accepted in regular collection. View bulky waste guidance for Nara City →
Start with your new town or neighborhood
Choose an area to find your first collection date
Collection days vary within Nara City. Choose your new town or neighborhood to see today's collection, the next collection, and upcoming dates.
Designated bags and where to buy them
Sorting categories and commonly confusing items 4 categories
Burnable garbage
Non-burnable garbage
草木類
Plastic containers and packaging
When and where to put out garbage 当日朝7時30分まで。
- 時間帯の注意
- A-Hなど区域別に燃やせるごみ、燃やせないごみ、草木類、プラスチック製容器包装の収集曜日が分かれます。 奈良市 ごみの収集区域図及び町別区域一覧表 / as of 2026-07-04 ↗
Municipal guidance referenced on this page Sorting guide
Bulky waste from your move
See how to apply, pay fees, or use drop-off options in the bulky waste guide for Nara City.
View bulky waste guidance for Nara City →Check bulky waste and garbage disposal for your previous home It often takes time for bulky waste to be collected after you apply. If you miss the application deadline, you may not be able to put it out before you move. Once your moving date is set, first check the application deadline for the municipality of your previous address.
Waste before your move (previous address)
It often takes time for bulky waste to be collected after you apply. If you miss the application deadline, you may not be able to put it out before you move. Once your moving date is set, first check the application deadline for the municipality of your previous address.