{"id":17193,"date":"2026-02-26T13:31:46","date_gmt":"2026-02-26T04:31:46","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/corritrip.jp\/jpn\/blog\/?p=17193"},"modified":"2026-02-27T12:53:19","modified_gmt":"2026-02-27T03:53:19","slug":"tokyo_sta_lockers_01","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/corritrip.jp\/jpn\/blog\/en\/tokyo_sta_lockers_01\/","title":{"rendered":"Complete Guide to Coin Lockers & Luggage Storage at Tokyo Station | 2026"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Complete Locker List by Area and Size<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Tokyo Station’s coin lockers are broadly divided into two categories: inside the ticket gates<\/strong> and outside the ticket gates<\/strong>. Understanding each area’s characteristics allows you to make the best choice based on your travel route.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Area Overview<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Area<\/strong><\/td>When to use<\/strong><\/td>Crowded Level
(\u2605 = busier)<\/td><\/tr>
[Outside gates]
Yaesu Exit<\/a><\/td>		Shinkansen users, Ginza sightseeing, highway bus<\/td>\u2605\u2605\u2605\u2605\u2605<\/td><\/tr>
[Outside gates]
Bus Terminal Tokyo Yaesu<\/a>
(opens March 20th, 2026)<\/em><\/td>		Shinkansen, Nihonbashi\/Ginza sightseeing, highway bus, short-term use<\/td>\u2605\u2605\u2606\u2606\u2606
(estimated)<\/td><\/tr>
[Outside gates]
Marunouchi Exit<\/a><\/td>		Imperial Palace area, Marunouchi sightseeing<\/td>\u2605\u2605\u2605\u2605\u2606<\/td><\/tr>
[Outside gates]
Nihonbashi Exit<\/a><\/td>		Avoiding crowds, tours meeting at Nihonbashi Exit<\/td>\u2605\u2605\u2606\u2606\u2606<\/td><\/tr>
[Inside gates]
Underground (B1F)<\/a><\/td>		Sightseeing that begins and ends with JR from Tokyo Station<\/td>\u2605\u2605\u2605\u2605\u2606<\/td><\/tr>
[Inside gates]
B4F Sobu Line<\/a><\/td>		Last resort\/
Narita Express users<\/td>		\u2605\u2606\u2606\u2606\u2606<\/td><\/tr>
[Inside\/outside gates]
Staffed Luggage Storage<\/a><\/td>		Oversized luggage, hotel delivery<\/td>\u2605\u2605\u2605\u2606\u2606<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

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Latest News:<\/strong>
[Opening Friday, March 20th, 2026]
The largest coin locker facility in the area is coming to Yaesu! A new “hands-free sightseeing” hub where you can even store ski and snowboard equipment opens on March 20, 2026. To avoid the dreaded “no space available” situation, the facility offers a whopping 283 lockers total<\/strong> \u2014 the largest in the area!
Access (JP only)<\/a>

Sizes:<\/strong>
Small: 116 lockers | Medium: 79 lockers | Large: 79 lockers | Extra Large: 9 lockers

Location: Bus Terminal Tokyo Yaesu Underground Area A (Phase 2), beneath “TOFROM YAESU TOWER,” directly connected to Tokyo Station’s Yaesu underground exit.

More details here<\/mark><\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Locker Distribution by Area<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The majority of lockers are concentrated on the Yaesu side<\/strong>, which sees heavy Shinkansen traffic. The Marunouchi side has fewer lockers, so competition tends to be higher. Lockers inside the ticket gates (around Gransta) are a hidden gem, but note that once you exit the gates, you can’t re-enter without a ticket.<\/p>\n\n\n

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Size and Type Breakdown<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Large lockers (suitcase-sized) account for only about 20% of total lockers<\/strong> and are relatively scarce. If you have large luggage, it may be smarter to head straight to a staffed storage counter<\/strong> rather than hunting for a big locker.<\/p>\n\n\n

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Yaesu Area (For Shinkansen & Highway Bus Riders)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The Yaesu side is adjacent to the Tokaido Shinkansen gates and the JR highway bus terminal \u2014 one of the busiest areas in the station. Lockers here are branded with animal stickers<\/strong> to make them easier to spot.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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[Outside the ticket gates] Locker availability in the area around the Tokaido Shinkansen<\/a>
[Outside the ticket gates] Reserve a locker at the Yaesu North Exit, close to the Shinkansen gates<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Ground Floor \u2014 Yaesu (Outside & Inside Gates)<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Location<\/strong><\/td>Animal Mark<\/strong><\/td>Approx. Price<\/strong><\/td>Notes<\/strong><\/td><\/tr>
Yaesu North Exit
(next to the gate)<\/td>		Goat<\/td>400 yen\u301c800 yen<\/td>Right after exiting. Convenient and near Daimaru Tokyo.<\/td><\/tr>
Yaesu North Exit (corridor area)<\/td>Sheep<\/td>400 yen\u301c800 yen<\/td>High visibility along the corridor. Near the Shinkansen’s North Transfer Gate.<\/td><\/tr>
Yaesu Central Exit (corridor area)<\/td>Monkey<\/td>400 yen\u301c800 yen<\/td>Inside gates. Popular with tourists near JAPAN RAIL CAFE.<\/td><\/tr>
Yaesu Central Exit
(next to gate)<\/td>		Dog<\/td>400 yen\u301c800 yen<\/td>Down the corridor next to McDonald’s. A staple for bus riders.<\/td><\/tr>
Yaesu South Exit
(by stairs)<\/td>		Panda<\/td>400 yen\u301c800 yen<\/td>Closest to the bus terminal, crowded from early morning.<\/td><\/tr>
Yaesu South Exit
(in front of the gate)<\/td>		Squirrel<\/td>400 yen\u301c800 yen<\/td>Right in front of the gate. Good for short-term storage.<\/td><\/tr>
Yaesu Central Exit
(in front of gate)<\/td>		Lion<\/td>400 yen\u301c800 yen<\/td>Large number of units, relatively easy to find large-size lockers.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Yaesu Underground (B1F)<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

The underground area is adjacent to commercial facilities like Tokyo Character Street and Ramen Street, making it very popular with tourists.<\/p>\n\n\n\n