How to Use Trash Bags and Recycling Stickers in Korea
A Foreigner-Friendly Guide to Proper Waste Disposal with the Right Bags and Labels 1. Why You Need Special Trash Bags and Stickers in Korea In Korea, you can’t just use any garbage bag . Trash disposal is managed through a “pay-as-you-throw” system , using: Standard volume-based trash bags (종량제 봉투) Food waste bags (음식물 쓰레기 봉투) Recycling without bags (but must be sorted) Large item disposal stickers (폐기물 스티커) 🗑 If you use the wrong bag or skip the sticker, your trash won’t be collected — and you might get fined. 2. Where to Buy Official Trash Bags You can purchase them at: Convenience stores (GS25, CU, 7-Eleven) Supermarkets (Emart, Lotte Mart, Homeplus) Local corner shops When buying, ask for: 종량제 봉투 (jong-ryang-je bong-tu) = general waste bag 음식물 봉투 (eum-sik-mul bong-tu) = food waste bag Specify the district and size (e.g., Seoul 10L, Mapo-gu 20L) 🛍 Each district has its own design and pricing, so double-check your residential are...