Can I leave my luggage in Japan train station?

There are numerous lockers in Japan's airports, train stations, bus stations, and tourist attractions that can hold various sizes of bags and luggage. These are perfect for travellers carrying one or two pieces of luggage and wishing to leave them for a number of hours while they explore.



Yes, Japan remains the global leader in convenient luggage storage in 2026. Almost every JR (Japan Railways) and subway station is equipped with Coin Lockers (コインロッカー) that come in three standard sizes: Small (¥300–400), Medium (¥500), and Large (¥700–800). Large lockers are designed to fit "check-in" sized suitcases. In 2026, most lockers are "smart" and accept IC Cards (like Suica or Pasmo) as payment, which also serves as your digital key. If the lockers are full—which is common at major hubs like Tokyo or Osaka Station during peak hours—you can look for "Baggage Storage Counters" (手荷物預かり所) operated by companies like Sagawa or Yamato Transport. These staffed counters often have more space for oversized items like skis or golf bags. Additionally, the service "Ecbo Cloak" allows you to book storage space in nearby cafes or shops via an app. For multi-city trips, the highly efficient "Takkyubin" luggage forwarding service remains the best option to send bags from one hotel to the next for about ¥2,000.

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There are three general sizes as follows: Small 35cm x 34cm x 57cm, Medium 57cm x 34cm x 57cm, and Large 117cm x 34cm x 57cm. Side note if you need a larger locker, you need to get to it early as these can be all occupied by 11am.

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If you need to store your luggage at Osaka Station, you should have no problem. There are lockers at many locations, but mostly they are located close by the ticket gates. They come in a range of sizes at fees of 300, 500 and 700 yen, and most of the lockers will give you change for a 1000 yen note.

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There are three general sizes as follows: Small 35cm x 34cm x 57cm, Medium 57cm x 34cm x 57cm, and Large 117cm x 34cm x 57cm. Side note if you need a larger locker, you need to get to it early as these can be all occupied by 11am.

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Navigating Japan is much easier when you have a small, easily portable bag or suitcase. Most travelers in Japan rely heavily on Japan's comprehensive and easy-to-use railway networks, but unfortunately Japanese trains and train stations do not cater especially well to travelers with a lot of luggage.

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Train Stations and Luggage Storage You can find Left Luggage facilities at almost all major London train stations, including Euston, Waterloo, Paddington, Kings Cross and St Pancras International, Charing Cross, Liverpool Street and Victoria.

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According to JR regulations, each passenger may bring up to two pieces of luggage onto trains, not including smaller bags. Each piece of luggage may not weigh more than 30kg, and its three dimensions (length, width and depth) may not add up to more than 250cm, while its length may not exceed 200cm.

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Generally, you can keep your items in a locker for up to three days. Check this before you leave the locker area. After the maximum time has passed station staff will take your belongings and there is no advertised way to get them back. Lastly, do not lose the key, you will need to pay at least another ¥1000 if you do.

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JR allows passengers to bring two pieces of baggage weighing 30 kg or less and with total dimensions of 250 cm or less (and no longer than 200 cm) onto the train as portable personal effects for which there is no charge. Personal effects such as umbrellas, walking sticks and handbags do not count.

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Especially when visiting large cities such as Tokyo and Osaka, you will want to avoid traveling during rush hour. Throughout Japan, rush hour typically lasts from 7 AM to 9 AM each morning, and 5 PM to 7 PM each evening. These are the times when many residents and going and coming from secular employment.

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Luggage theft on trains is as rare as theft of airline baggage, just use common sense.

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