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EP6：How to Separate Trash in Japan

Hi! This is Coo.

Today’s episode is all about garbage separation in Japan!

What you’ll learn in this episode

✔ What does "分別" (bunbetsu) mean?

✔ Why are Japan’s garbage rules different in each city?

✔ What’s the difference between “burnable” and “non-burnable” trash?

✔ What is “生ゴミ” (nama gomi)? Understanding tricky Japanese trash names

✔ My struggles with trash separation in Cebu, Philippines

✔ The town in Japan that separates trash into 45 categories!

Whether you live in Japan or are just visiting, you might have struggled with how to throw away trash properly.

Let’s talk about Japan’s unique garbage separation system and how it affects recycling and the environment!

🌟 Questions for You!

What kind of garbage rules are there in your country?

Have you ever been confused by Japan’s trash separation system?

Let me know in the comments! ✨

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