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観光庁調査: ゴミ箱の少なさが訪日外国人の困りごと No.1

Where does this trash go?

Find the nearest trash bin in Japan. Instantly.

Japan has almost no public trash cans — and the ones that exist have strict sorting rules. Gomi Navi shows you where to go and what to put where. In your language.

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The Problem
Japan's trash situation is... confusing.
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You finish your convenience store snack.
Now what?

There are almost no public bins. The few that exist sort trash into 4–6 categories. Everything is labeled in Japanese. And if you get it wrong, locals will notice.

How It Works
3 steps. No Japanese required.
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Open the app

Your location is detected instantly. Nearest trash bins appear on the map.

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Tap a bin

See what you can throw away, the hours, and get walking directions via Apple Maps.

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Not sure? Just ask

Ask the AI guide: "Can I throw this plastic bag here?" — answered in your language.

Features
Built for visitors. Useful for everyone.
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Map-first design

Open the app and immediately see trash bins near you on a map. No setup required.

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Sorting rules explained

Burnable, plastic, cans, bottles — each bin shows exactly what goes where.

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AI disposal guide

Powered by Claude AI. Ask anything about Japanese trash rules and get a clear answer.

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Walking navigation

One tap launches Apple Maps directions to the bin. Never wander around holding trash again.

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8 languages

English, 日本語, 繁體中文, 한국어, Português, Español, Français, Deutsch. Switch anytime in Settings.

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Free map. No ads.

Finding a bin costs nothing — no subscription, no banner ads. The AI guide gives you 5 free questions; a one-time purchase unlocks unlimited.

Languages
For visitors from Asia, Europe and the Americas
🇺🇸 English
🇯🇵 日本語
🇹🇼 繁體中文
🇰🇷 한국어
🇧🇷 Português
🇪🇸 Español
🇫🇷 Français
🇩🇪 Deutsch
FAQ
Trash in Japan, explained
Why are there so few public trash cans in Japan?
Many public bins were removed for security reasons in the mid-1990s, and Japan has a strong culture of carrying your own trash home. As a result, finding a public bin can be surprisingly hard for visitors. Gomi Navi maps the bins that still exist near you.
How do I find a trash bin near me in Japan?
Open Gomi Navi and your location is detected instantly. The nearest public trash bins appear on a map. Tap any bin to see what you can throw away and get walking directions via Apple Maps.
How does trash sorting work in Japan?
Japanese bins usually separate trash into categories such as burnable (combustible), plastics (PET bottles, plastic), cans, and glass bottles. Labels are often only in Japanese. Gomi Navi shows exactly what goes where for each bin and can answer questions in your language.
Where can I throw away trash as a tourist in Japan?
Common spots include convenience stores, train stations, near vending machines, parks, and shopping centers. Gomi Navi shows the closest of these on a map so you do not have to wander around holding your trash.
Is Gomi Navi Japan free?
The app is free — the map, bin search and navigation cost nothing, with no subscription and no banner ads. The AI disposal guide includes 5 free questions, and a small one-time purchase unlocks unlimited questions. We also include one partner link for luggage storage, which may earn us a commission at no extra cost to you.
What languages does Gomi Navi support?
Gomi Navi works in eight languages: English, Japanese (日本語), Traditional Chinese (繁體中文), Korean (한국어), Portuguese (Português), Spanish (Español), French (Français) and German (Deutsch). You can switch anytime in Settings.
Download
Out now on the App Store

Free to download. No account, no banner ads, no subscription. The AI guide has an optional one-time upgrade.

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