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Explore the Exciting 'Chimney Exploration' Event

The Asakawa Clear Stream Environmental Association is once again hosting an engaging and informative environmental event titled 'Chimney Exploration'. This annual event focuses on educating the local community about waste management practices in Hino City, Kokubunji City, and Koganei City, where our facility manages combustible waste.

Event Details

• - Date: March 28, 2026 (Saturday)
• - Time: 10:00 AM to 11:30 AM
• - Location: Asakawa Clear Stream Environmental Association Combustible Waste Processing Facility, 1-210-2 Ishida, Hino City

What to Expect

Participants can look forward to:
1. An informative presentation about the facility.
2. A guided tour of the processing plant along with opportunities for photography.
3. A unique experience to explore the chimney and take photos.

This safe and educational event is designed for residents aged 9 and up from the cities of Hino, Kokubunji, and Koganei. Children in elementary school must be accompanied by an adult.

How to Participate

Participation is free of charge, but spots are limited to the first 20 participants, including accompanying adults. To secure your place, pre-registration is essential from March 10 (Tuesday) at 9 AM until March 17 (Tuesday) at 4 PM. You can register by calling Asakawa Environmental Technology Co., Ltd. at 042-514-8930 during business hours (weekdays from 9 AM to 4 PM).

When you call, ensure you provide the number of participants and your arrival method. For those who prefer to drive, please indicate this when registering, as parking is limited and allocated on a first-come, first-served basis.

Getting There

The facility is accessible via the Tama Monorail. From Manganji Station, you can walk downstream along the Tama River's side road for approximately 15 minutes. If you choose to drive, you have two options for access:
1. Drive down from the south end of Hino Bridge toward Tama River until you reach the turnabout.
2. Use the Route 20 Bypass toward Kokutai, and make a left shortly before the Ishida Bridge at the Hino Manganji Station Front intersection.

For your arrival, note that access to the venue is only possible from the Tama River side; do not attempt entry from the Asakawa side or the Clean Center side.

Important Notes

We remind all attendees to carefully follow the designated entry points. Your cooperation will ensure a safe and enjoyable event for everyone involved.

The Asakawa Clear Stream Environmental Association and its operating company, Asakawa Environmental Technology Co., Ltd., are thrilled to welcome community members to this enlightening event. We believe that understanding waste management is crucial for fostering a sustainable environment, and we look forward to seeing you on March 28!

We hope to inspire curiosity and promote environmental stewardship through this unique exploration opportunity. Don’t miss your chance to learn more about what happens to waste after it’s collected and how we can collectively reduce our impact on the planet.