No matter if you want to go travelling directly right after you get off the plane, or you are hauling bags of loot after going on a shopping spree, sometimes the suitcases and heavy bags are a nuisance, especially in overcrowded places like Shibuya in Tokyo. Therefore, coin lockers and temporary luggage storage services are convenient and useful for travelers.
Currently, Shibuya is undergoing redevelopment projects around Shibuya Station, and the situation inside and outside the station has changed significantly compared to before the corona crisis. This time, we will introduce the latest information on places where you can store your luggage around Shibuya Station.
Where are the Coin Lockers in Shibuya?
The coin lockers in Shibuya are located in many different places, but mainly near the Stations of different railway lines. There are more than 10 locations, with nearly 1,000 coin lockers in total around JR Shibuya Station, Tokyo Metro Shibuya Station and Keio Inokashira Line Shibuya Station.
However, they are usually fully used due to a huge number of tourists visiting Shibuya. For coin lockers in Japan, there are commonly three types of size with different price range, normally 300~400 yen for small sizes, 500-600 yen for medium sizes, and 700-900 yen for large sizes.
Examples of coin locker sizes and prices (*The size varies depending on the type of locker)
- Small (300-400 yen): Height 257mm x Width 355mm x Depth 575mm, Height 317mm x Width 355mm x Depth 575mm (size for bags, rucksacks, shopping bags, etc.)
- Medium (500-600 yen): Height 550mm x Width 355mm x Depth 575mm (carry bag)
- Large (700-900 yen): Height 880mm x Width 355mm x Depth 575mm (suitcase)
From here, we will introduce the locations of coin lockers by exits and ticket gates. The location of the coin lockers is usually indicated on the station guide map, so even foreign travelers can find it easily! Some coin lockers can even be reserved in advance online.
*Information confirmed in February 2023, please note that the situation may change in the future.
Coin lockers around JR Shibuya station
Currently, there are 4 ticket gates at JR Shibuya Station: Hachiko, Central, South, and New South, and 7 coin lockers are installed around the ticket gates.
The Hachiko Gate has good access to popular sightseeing spots, but because there are so many people, the coin lockers there always tend to be full. In order to use the coin lockers inside the Central Gate, it is necessary to go through the ticket gate first, so if you are not a JR user, it is better to find a coin locker elsewhere. The coin lockers around the South Gate are installed separately at the East and West Exits.
Of the four ticket gates, the New South Gate (New South Exit) is the least crowded. Therefore, the coin lockers are often relatively empty, but in exchange, it is located a little far from the station platform, so keep that in mind if you want to use the coin lockers here. The place where the coin lockers are located in Shibuya Scramble Square is recommended because it is not so crowded and has good access to the main tourist facilities.
*Click here to check availability and make advance reservations online.
| Location | Notion on the Reservation Site | Numbers of Lockers |
| After exiting the Hachiko Gate, beside the Miyamasuzaka Exit passage | Outside ticket gate Hachiko Exit (next to Miyamasuzaka Exit) | Small: 9 Medium: 18 Large: 14 |
| After exiting the Hachiko Gate, near the ticket office | Outside ticket gate Hachiko Exit (near the ticket office) | Small: 10 Medium: 9 Large: 13 |
| Inside the Central Gate | Inside ticket gate Central Exit | Small: 14 Medium: 9 Large: 3 |
| After exiting the South Gate, turn left on the side of the passage (West Exit) | Outside ticket gate West exit | Small: 42 Medium: 19 Large: 19 |
| After exiting the South Gate, right in front (East Exit) | Outside ticket gate East exit | Small: 47 Medium: 29 Large: 14 |
| After exiting the South Gate, go through East Exit, take the escalator downstair, and walk through the Shibuya Scramble Square on B1F (near exits B6 and B7). | Shibuya Scramble Square | Small: 49 Medium: 25 Large: 25 |
| After exiting the New South Gate, right in front | Outside ticket gate New South exit | Small: 8 Medium: 7 Large: 7 |
* Usage fee: (small) 400 yen, (medium) 500 yen, (large) 700 yen.
*There are also coin lockers outside the West Exit and around the Midori no Madoguchi ticket office.
Coin lockers around Tokyo Metro Shibuya Station
Coin locker location:【B】B2F Shibuya station next to tourist center
Photo: Courtesy of Tokyo Metro
Coin locker location:【A】B2F near Shibuya station tourist center
Photo: Courtesy of Tokyo Metro
Of the three lines that pass through Tokyo Metro Shibuya Station, coin lockers are installed around the Hanzomon Line and Fukutoshin Line. Especially near the "Tokyu Tokyo Metro Shibuya Station Tourist Information Center" on the B2F passage, there is the most number of coin lockers available. The exit closest to the tourist center is A12, so head towards the A12 and look for tourist center and coin lockers.
*Click here to check availability online.
| Location | Notion on the Website | Numbers of Lockers |
| Around tourist center near exit A12 | 【A】Near Shibuya Station Tourist Information Center (B2F) | Small: 42 Medium: 27 Large: 7 Extra Large: 1 |
| Next to tourist center near exit A12 | 【B】Next to Shibuya station sightseeing information center (B2F) | Small: 33 Medium: 13 Large: 7 |
| Next to exit 20b elevator | 【C】20b elevator side to the exit passage | Small: 12 Medium: 4 Large: 1 |
* Usage fee: (small) 400 yen, (medium) 500 yen, (large) 700 yen, (extra large) 900 yen.
Coin Lockers around Tokyu Shibuya Station
There are roughly four coin locker locations around Tokyu Shibuya Station. Among them, the coin lockers near the exit A2 on B2F are most recommended as A2 is directly connected to SHIBUYA 109, so it is convenient for sightseeing in the central area of Shibuya.
*Click here to check availability online.
| Location | Notion on the Website | Numbers of Lockers |
| Near exit A2 on B1F | A1, B | Small: 24 Medium: 6 Large: 16 |
| Near exit A2 on B2F | A2, D, E, F | Small: 83 Medium: 33 Large: 18 |
| Near exit A4 and A5 on B2F | C | Small: 18 Medium: 7 Large: 7 |
| Near the Shibuya Hikarie 2 Gate on B3F | K, L | Small: 22 Medium: 9 Large: 3 |
* Usage fee: (small) 400 yen, (medium) 500 yen, (large) 700 yen.
Coin lockers around Keio Shibuya Station
There are always many people in front of the central ticket gate, so we recommend the coin lockers right in front of you when you exit the ticket gate and get off the escalator on the right.
In addition, there are 4 types of coin lockers to choose from: small, standard, medium, and large. However, unlike other stations, "small" is very small at 130mm wide x 320mm high x 575mm deep, so please be noted when using one.
*Click here to check availability online
| Location | Notion on the WEbsite | Numbers of Lockers |
| After exiting the Central Gate on 2F, 25m ahead | A, B | Standard: 30 Medium: 9 Large: 3 |
| After exiting the Central Gate on 2F, under the escalator on the right | C | Small: 5 Standard: 26 Medium: 20 Large: 10 |
| Inside the West Exit ticket gate on 1F | D | Standard: 16 Medium: 3 |
* Usage fee: (small) 300 yen, (standard) 500 yen, (medium) 600 yen, (large) 900 yen.
*Besides Keio Shibuya Station, there are also coin lockers intstalled inside and outside Shibuya Mark City.
Recommended Places to Find Coin Lockers at Shibuya Station
The coin lockers in Shibuya are always occupied, therefore it is recommended to search for those located underground.
However, the routes inside Shibuya Station are intricate, so if you get lost, there is always the risk of not knowing which locker you put your luggage in. For those who get lost easily, the coin lockers around Hachiko Exit are easy to find, so take advantage of them or use those at famous commercial facilities such as the entrance on the second basement floor of SHIBUYA109.
How to use Coin Lockers in Japan?
There are mainly two types of coin lockers in Japan, one is a key-type, another one is a touchscreen-type. The former is the origin of coin lockers, so only cash (coins) is accepted. While cash and IC card like Suica or PASMO can be used to pay for touchscreen-type lockers. Let’s see the steps to use the two types of lockers in Japan.
Key-type Coin Lockers
After putting your luggage into the locker, close the door properly and put the equivalent amount of coins into the locker. The key can be taken out if the paying amount is correct.
Touchscreen-type Coin Lockers
Put your luggage in and close the door, then choose the locker number and payment method. You can pay by cash or IC card. Be aware that if you pay by cash, password for taking out is printed on the receipt so please remember to take the receipt. When you take back your luggage, input the password or hold the IC card over the IC pad again to unlock the locker.
Storage Time of Coin Lockers
Coin lockers marked with "1 day ●● yen" do not mean 24 hours from the start of use, but only until the time when the date changes on the day you use it. Please note that in most cases, it is counted at 1:00, 2:00, or until the closing time of the place where the locker is located.
For example, if you pick up the luggage on the next day at 08:00, you need to pay for two days fee.
When you take the luggage after paid storage time, insert the key, and put the extra charge that shown on the monitor above the keyhole. Then hold the door and turn the key to the right, you can then take your luggage back.
Luggage Storage Service around Shibuya Station
Temporary luggage storage (deposit) service is convenient as you can make online reservations in advance.
You do not need to worry if there are available lockers for you because you can reserve space for your luggage before going to Shibuya. However, the price is higher than that of coin lockers. Around Shibuya Station, there are shops that specialize in luggage storage services, as well as commercial facilities and nearby stores that offer luggage storage services.
| Location | Service Hour | Service Fee |
| shibuya-san | 10:00-20:00 | 500 yen per day |
| WANDER COMPASS SHIBUYA | 10:00-20:00 | 700 yen per day |
| Sun Ticket’s luggage storage service | 10:00-18:00 | 800 yen per day (luggage over 100 cm in length: 1,000 yen per day) |
| Ecbo Cloak | Each spot is different. Please check in advance. *Reservations possible | 400 yen per day (maximum side less than 45cm, bag size) 700 yen per day (suitcase size) |
How to use Temporary Luggage Storage Service in Japan?
Reservation is required for particular luggage deposit services, while you can also walk-in to some of the stores. Be sure to check the official website details in advance. Usually, you need to fill-in a reservation form and provide contact information in case there are any problems with your luggage, for example, the customers do not get back their luggage before business hours.
Should I use Coin Lockers or Luggage Storage Service?
There are pros and cons for both coin lockers and luggage storage (deposit) service. If you are a well-planned traveler or someone who is not good with directions, luggage storage services would be perfect for you. It saves the time searching for coin lockers and you can make sure the vacancy and availability of size beforehand.
On the other hand, for someone who has a limited budget or wants to enjoy the night life in Shibuya, a coin locker is recommended.
In addition, the luggage storage service usually has a fixed fee regardless of the size of the luggage, but if you have a small amount of luggage, it is good to choose a small coin locker for a low price.
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