How much are the coin lockers in Kyoto?

In the Porta Underground Shopping Mall with access from Kyoto subway there are more coin lockers priced 300 yen, 500 yen and 600 yen. You can also enter Porta from just outside Kyoto Station or on the Kyoto Tower side of Shiokoji Dori. There are usually 300 yen and 500 yen coin lockers in the subway stations in Kyoto.



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Lockers can be found throughout the station building. They come in a range of sizes at fees of 300, 500 and 700 yen. There is usually a change machine nearby, or sign pointing the way to one. These are easy to use and can change 1000 yen notes for appropriate coins.

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Small lockers range between 100 and 300 yen, medium-sized lockers generally cost 300 to 500 yen, while large lockers cost 500 to 800 yen on average. If you plan on storing your luggage for longer than a day, you can do so for 3 to 4 days. The storage fee is billed with each passing day.

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There are about 1,505 coin-operated lockers at the Shinkansen Hachijo Exit at Kyoto Station for your convenience. In addition, each section has thirteen types of flower stickers as a mark for your peace of mind, making it easy to spot your locker.

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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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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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Avoid expensive taxis and take public transit. Buses, subways, and trains can take you to every cultural sight in Kyoto and cost a small fraction of what you would pay for a taxi. A single-day bus pass costs just 500 yen (about 5 USD). You should also wear comfortable shoes and explore the city on foot.

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Some places only accept cash Don't rely on credit cards when visiting local attractions or small shops in Kyoto. Of course, in hotels and shopping malls you will be able to use your credit card to pay for goods and services, but this is less certain at local places. In many instances, you will need to pay cash.

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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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The likelihood that credit cards are accepted decreases in small cities and towns, and thus it is advisable to keep cash at hand when visiting rural areas. Cash is often the only way to pay for small entrance fees at tourist sights, smaller restaurants and small shops. Many lockers also require coins.

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So roughly 2,000 USD per person for lodging, transportation in Japan, food, and souvenirs. You can do it for less, but that was fun for the whole trip. I highly recommend ordering about 50,000 yen in cash from your bank before going.

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Aside from cash, the following methods of payment are available: One-Day Ticket (such as the Subway & Bus 1-Day Pass) IC Card (such as PiTaPa, ICOCA, Suica, & PASMO)

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Rechargeable IC cards such as SUICA, ICOCA and PITAPA can be used on all Kyoto City and Kyoto Buses. Outside the flat fare zone you should touch your card to an IC card reader when you enter the bus and again on your way out.

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