UPDATES

 WANTED: Your Gently Used Clothing Items
     Did you know that Mr. K's has a small thrift store? Clothing generally goes for 50 cents each, while items like heavy coats may be $1 - $5. Help redistribute your gently used items to local families.
     Bring men/women's clothing, shoes, jackets, etc., to the Office.
     We're sorry we are not accepting children's clothing at this time. We encourage you to visit the Keiki Closet (tel: 808-215-0311), which supports foster children. Mahalo!
Mr. K's Does Paper!
Start the new year right by diverting office/copier paper and newspaper away from the landfill and into on-island uses, such as mulching and composting!
  • Recycle clean office paper and newspaper
    (no glossy inserts/adverts, no oil or other stains)
  • Shred confidential documents
  • Purchase office paper and newspaper for re-use

Sorry - No cardboard boxes.
Corrugated cardboard boxes and brown paper bags can be recycled at County Recycle and Transfer Stations for residents, or with other recycling companies for non-residents.
Recycling Tip: No Debris in HI-5s
Our goal at Mr. K's is to maximize the amount of waste that doesn't go into the landfill. To help HI-5's be accepted for recycling ...
  • HI-5 items should be empty of liquid or substance ("no debris").
  • Items don't need to be rinsed (but it's nice if you can :-) ).
Guidelines here. Mahalo for your help!
New Refurbished Laptops & Desktops
Looking for a laptop or desktop at a reasonable price?
Check out new additions to Mr. K's inventory of refurbished laptops & desktops.
Hawai`i Island students can receive a 10% discount with proof of ID.
Closed on May 31st
Mr. K's will be closed on Monday, May 31st.
We remember and honor those who have served and given their lives for our country.
E-waste Recycling Updates
Residents can bring in their e-waste at no charge on the 2nd and 4th Saturdays of the month to Mr. K's, or on the 3rd Saturday of the month at the Kealakehe Solid Waste Recycling & Transfer Station (RTS) in Kailua-Kona.  See our e-waste list of recyclables, pricing (for residents & businesses/organizations) and schedule.
  • Hilo @ Mr. K's:  May 8 & 22, June 12 & 26
  • Kailua-Kona @ Kealakehe RTS:  May 15, June 19

Quick Tips
  • RECYCLABLE: TVs, digital cameras, computers, etc.
  • NOT RECYCLABLE: Microwaves and heating/cooling devices (such as toasters and refrigerators)
  • No limit to amount you can bring
See a more detailed list of recyclables.

Enter to win Mr. K's "Countdown to Las Vegas" Sweepstakes!

Our popular Vegas Lucky Drawing has been revamped! To show our appreciation of our customers, from October 2020 until October 2021, each month 4 lucky entries will be randomly drawn to win a variety of prizes.
 Prizes include t-shirts, mugs, water bottles and other goodies with a recycling theme, as well as gift certificates. You may even win the Grand Prize* -- a trip for two to Las Vegas with room and meals OR a weekend stay for two in Kona or Waikoloa!  See some of the prizes here.

Do your recycling and redeemables at Mr. K's and enter to win today!

- 2020 - 2021 Winners Board -
Below are some of the lucky winners of Mr. K's "Countdown to Las Vegas" Sweepstakes.
Congratulations, Everyone!
*The Grand Prize will be randomly drawn from eligible entries received in October 2021.  Prize details in Official Rules.
**Must be 18 years or older at the time of entry and a legal resident of the state of Hawai`i to enter. Limited to one entry per person per day. No purchase necessary. Void where prohibited. The Official Rules of the Countdown to Las Vegas Sweepstakes can be found here or can be requested at the Office.
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HI-5's: Clean. Sorted. No Caps.

If your items are unsorted, you'll be pulled to the side to sort your items, or you can take them home and return with everything sorted. Learn more about HI-5 Guidelines.
Thank you for your help in keeping everyone safe!
10% discount for Hawai`i Island Students
Get ready for online learning with a refurbished laptop or desktop from Mr. K's Electronics Shop!
Discount applies to one unit per student. Customers must produce valid student/resident ID or proof of enrollment.
Support Your School/Charity with Mr. K's
Learn more about how you can donate your recycling funds to support your school, community group or sports team, and how you can post community announcements on Mr. K's lightboard.

Family-Owned Business Serving the Big Island
since 2009

     Mr. K's Recycle and Redemption Center, Inc., started with Thomas T. Kadota, who had grown up during the Depression Era and appreciated making the most of every resource. He repurposed the 20-lb paper rice bags to protect bottles at the liquor store, and recycled glass bottles for a penny a pound in the '70's and '80's. A county recycling worker encouraged his son, Roy Kadota, to open a HI-5 redemption center, since Mr. Kadota already had bottles and cans from the two Kadota Family businesses, Kadota Liquors and K's Drive In.
     Roy Kadota got to know Oregon's comprehensive approach to recycling when he lived there as a student. When he returned to Hawai'i, he was awarded government grants to purchase a flatbed truck and recycling vending machines, and in 2009, Mr. K's Recycle and Redemption Center officially opened at 815 Kinoole Street.
     The heart of Mr. K's is still Kodomo no Tame ni, for the sake of the children, and Malama ka 'Aina, respect our land.
     Mr. K's is associated is a charter member of the Institute of Scrap Recycling Industries (ISRI).

Location & Hours

Contact Info
  • 815 Kinoole St., Hilo, HI 96720
  • 808-969-1222
  • office@mrksrecyclehawaii.com

Hours
  • Sunday - Saturday
  • 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

Closed on the Following Holidays
  • New Year's Day
  • President's Day
  • Easter
  • Memorial Day
  • Independence Day
  • Labor Day
  • Thanksgiving Day
  • Christmas Day

Saturdays
Scrap Material Drop Off
  • 8:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
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