Luggage
Forwarding, lockers and train rules.
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Coin Lockers in Japan: How to Store Luggage Without Getting Stuck
Station lockers are useful for a few hours, but availability, payment and storage limits vary. Choose the right location and keep your retrieval details.
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Japan Luggage Forwarding: How Takkyubin Actually Works
Send a suitcase ahead when it would complicate a train day—but confirm the delivery date and keep one night of essentials with you.
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Can You Bring a Large Suitcase on the Shinkansen?
Yes, but very large bags need planning on some routes and luggage forwarding is often easier.