🧳 Complete Guide to Coin Lockers in Japan – Sizes, Prices, and How to Use

When traveling in Japan, one of the most convenient services you’ll find at train stations and tourist spots is the coin locker.
They allow you to store your luggage securely so you can explore without carrying heavy bags – a must-have for many international travelers.

Here’s a simple guide to understanding locker locations, sizes, prices, and how to use them.

🌟 Where to Find Coin Lockers

• Train stations (especially Shinkansen stations and major city hubs)

• Airports

• Tourist areas and shopping centers (malls, theme parks, etc.)

👉 At big stations like JR Osaka or Shinjuku, you can find hundreds of lockers available.

📏 Locker Sizes

Most lockers in Japan come in three main sizes:

• Small (around 300×400×500 mm)

  • Price: ¥300–¥400

  • Fits: handbags, small backpacks

• Medium (around 550×400×500 mm)

  • Price: ¥400–¥500

  • Fits: carry-on suitcase, larger backpack

• Large (around 850×400×600 mm)

  • Price: ¥600–¥800

  • Fits: full-size suitcase, multiple shopping bags

👉 Some stations now also have extra-large lockers for oversized luggage, musical instruments, or tall suitcases.

💴 Typical Prices

• Small: ¥300–¥400

• Medium: ¥400–¥500

• Large: ¥600–¥800

※ Prices vary by location – airports and tourist hotspots may cost more.
※ Fees are per day (24 hours). Extra charges apply if you exceed the time limit.

🔑 How to Use a Coin Locker

1. Find an empty locker
   Available lockers are shown with an open key slot or a green light.

2. Place your luggage inside
   Push your suitcase or bag all the way in and close the door.

3. Pay the fee

   • Old-style lockers: insert ¥100 coins

   • New electronic lockers: accept IC cards (Suica, ICOCA, etc.) or e-money

4. Get your key or ticket

   • Key-type: carry the metal key with you

   • Electronic type: you’ll receive a paper ticket with a PIN code or QR code

5. Retrieve your items
   Use the key, code, or IC card to open the locker. If you’ve exceeded the time limit, pay the additional fee.

📝 Tips for Travelers

• Carry some ¥100 coins – older lockers don’t accept cards

• Check station maps – “coin locker” is usually written in English on signs

• Go early during peak seasons – large lockers fill up fast during holidays and weekends

• No long-term storage – most lockers allow a maximum of 3–7 days, after which items may be removed by staff

• Do not store valuables – keep cash, passports, and electronics with you

🎁 In Summary

Coin lockers in Japan are an extremely useful service for travelers.
By storing your heavy bags, you can enjoy sightseeing and shopping hands-free.

• 3 sizes available (small, medium, large)

• Cost: around ¥300–¥800 per day

• Payment: coins or IC card (depending on the locker type)

If you’re visiting major cities like Osaka or Tokyo, coin lockers will make your trip much easier and more enjoyable! ✨