How long do coin lockers last in Tokyo Station?

Lockers are emptied by station staff after three days. To use a coin locker, 1) find an empty one, 2) put in your luggage, 3) insert the coins (100 yen coins only), 4) close the door and turn the key and 5) take the key with you. Always keep some 100 yen coins with you, if you are a frequent user of coin lockers.



In Tokyo Station, standard coin lockers typically allow for storage for a maximum of three calendar days. It is important to understand that in Japan, these lockers charge per "calendar day" (ending at midnight), not per 24-hour period. If you leave your items for more than one day, you will be required to pay the additional daily fee when you return to retrieve them. If the three-day limit is exceeded, station staff will generally remove the items and take them to a central lost-and-found or luggage storage office, where they will be held for a further 15 to 30 days for a higher storage fee before being disposed of or donated. For 2026 travelers needing longer-term storage, "manned" luggage counters (Sagawa or Rail Go) in the station offer services for up to two weeks. Because Tokyo Station is a massive hub, it is highly recommended to take a photo of the locker's location and keep your physical or digital receipt safe to avoid a "lost locker" nightmare.

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Japan, being the efficient country it is, has plenty of coin lockers in major and minor stations to store your suitcase or backpack in for up to 3 calendar days (at busier stations times may vary so be sure to check the signs).

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If you do leave you belongings in the locker past this time you will need to insert more money before you can access your belongings. The amount due will show on the locker as you try to open it. Once again ¥100 coins must be used. Generally, you can keep your items in a locker for up to three days.

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Cash + Coin Purse It's also good to note that 500 Yen and smaller are all given in coins. To avoid weighing down your wallet, we recommend bringing along an extra coin purse to put all of the loose change you may obtain. These coins are also very handy for vending machines and also arcades, as well as gacha machines!

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You may be surprised at how many places accept cash only, so it's a good idea to bring enough currency or withdraw money when you arrive, especially if traveling with a large group. Most major Japanese banks accept international cards at their ATMs. Post office ATM are another option.

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Coin Lockers in Japan: Types and Prices. Japanese coin lockers can be categorized into two main types. The most common type is the kind you'll find inside most train stations, many of which are located right near the ticket gates. In larger stations, you'll usually find them both inside and around the station.

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That being said, I would say you should bring enough cash so that you have at least 10,000 yen of spending money per day. This will be enough to cover any transportation fees and cash-only establishments you visit, provided you also have your debit/credit card to cover the rest of your expenses (e.g. accommodation).

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Cash, credit and debit cards are all accepted, with credit cards and cash the most relevant. Since a credit card is your best choice for a significant amount of your spending, a card that doesn't charge foreign transaction fees like the Capital One VentureOne Rewards Credit Card provides lots of value.

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Toilets in Japan That is the bathroom. Almost all toilets in Japan are well maintained and kept spotlessly clean to ensure the utmost comfort for all travelers to Japan. On the whole, toilets are free to use and toilet paper is always provided.

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Coin return locks require a pound coin (or similar) be inserted into the lock, in order to be able to lock the locker and extract the key. Upon return, you simply unlock the lock with the key provided, which returns the coin and opens the locker for you to take out your belongings.

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Luckily, it's a very safe country (one of our favorite things about Japan), and the biggest risk is probably losing or misplacing your cash. Regardless, of course, be smart and take reasonable precautions if carrying large sums of money.

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JAL ABC will store any luggage that you won't be needing during your stay in Japan at one of our counters until you return to head home. You can only store your luggage in a coin locker for a maximum of two to three days, but our Storage Service allows you to store luggage for weeks.

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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 Size For our tours, we recommend one medium-sized suitcase that is about 25 inches or smaller, and one backpack. The 25-inch suitcase is the ideal size because it fits in the overhead luggage compartment on the Shinkansen, and it's under the size restriction for large suitcases.

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