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Day in the Life of a Japanese Garbageman

This is a day in the life in Japan, following a Japanese worker in Chigasaki as he helps keep the city clean as a Japanese Garbage Collector. If you are curious about Japan work culture, life in Japan, or how Japanese cities stay so clean, this Japan documentary gives you a behind the scenes look at waste management in Japan. Ginjiro works at the Chigasaki City Government Environmental Operation Center, where over 120 workers handle garbage collection across the city. Like many jobs working in Japan, safety and precision are critical. Each day begins with a full truck inspection, as garbage collection is done in pairs. Navigating narrow Tokyo style streets with cars, bikes, and pedestrians requires a high level of skill and constant awareness.In Japan, cleanliness starts with the community. Residents maintain collection areas, and the cleaner the space, the more likely people follow proper disposal rules. This reflects a deeper part of Japan's culture and daily life, where responsibil

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  • Originally Aired May 1, 2026
  • Runtime 23 minutes
  • Created May 20, 2026 by
    Paul Pinegar
  • Modified May 20, 2026 by
    Paul Pinegar