About Kyoto Station
Kyoto may be an anagram of Tokyo, and it shares the distinction of having once been the capital of Japan, just as Tokyo is today. But really, the two cities are very different. While Tokyo is a place of futuristic excitement, Kyoto offers a glimpse back into Japan's rich history.
Kyoto Station has the second-largest station building in all of Japan, providing room for a cinema, a hotel, a shopping mall, a tourist information center, and several government offices under one massive roof.
With easy connections to Kyoto Subway Station and the important transit line known as JR, Kyoto Station is the perfect place to find temporary luggage storage so that you can enjoy the city. Forget about coin lockers hidden behind the ticket gate of the ticket office; Bounce is the best luggage storage Kyoto Station offers, so use any of our convenient luggage storage facilities, like the main one at 下京区不明門通り塩小路上ル717 or countless other spots around the city.
How our luggage storage differs from train station lockers
- No coins needed: Unlike traditional coin lockers, Bounce allows for cashless transactions through the app. You won't have to worry about finding 700 Yen for the largest size they have.
- All sizes welcome: Even the largest luggage lockers will have severe size restrictions for bulky items like golf clubs and big suitcases. With our Kyoto Station luggage storage service, if we can lift your items, we can store them.
- Increased protection: In addition to Bounce Shield Protection for peace of mind, we operate staffed locations, so there's always someone watching your stuff during opening hours.
- Many local business partners: Our many partners at local businesses around Kyoto are usually open from 9 AM to 8 PM. Need longer hours? Some stay open later and some will even be open 24 hours. When you drop off your luggage, don't forget to ask the attendant about Kyoto travel recommendations!
How to get to and from Kyoto Station
If you are getting to Kyoto Station, at 901 Higashishiokoji Takakura-cho, Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto 600-8216, Japan, get to know its main connections to better plan your itinerary. Plus, many great landmarks, like the Kyoto Theater are walkable from the station. That's just one of the many reasons Kyoto Station luggage storage with Bounce makes sense.
Train connections
Kyoto Station is a major transportation hub with connections to various other train stations across Japan. You can travel to Tokyo (2h 20m), Osaka (15 mins), and Hiroshima (1h 40m) via the Shinkansen (bullet train) services.
Kyoto Station is served by several JR (Japan Railways) lines:
- Tokaido Shinkansen: Connects to major cities such as Tokyo (2h 20m), Nagoya (35 mins), and Osaka (15 mins).
- JR Nara Line: Provides access to Nara (45 mins) and Uji (20 mins).
- JR Sagano Line (Sanin Line): Travels to Kameoka (30 mins) and Saga-Arashiyama (10 mins).
- JR Biwako Line: Connects to Otsu (10 mins) and Maibara (35 mins).
Subway lines
Kyoto Station is served by the Kyoto Municipal Subway:
- Karasuma Line: Connects to Kokusaikaikan (20 mins) and Takeda (10 mins), with stops at Shijo (5 mins) and Karasuma Oike (10 mins).
Bus connections
The bus terminal at Kyoto Station offers various routes:
- Bus 100 (Kyoto Station to Ginkakuji): Takes you to popular tourist destinations such as Kiyomizu-dera (15 mins) and Gion (20 mins).
- Bus 205 (Kyoto Station to Kitaoji Bus Terminal): Connects to Kinkakuji (Golden Pavilion) (35 mins).
- Bus 5 (Kyoto Station to Iwakura): Links to Nanzenji Temple (20 mins) and Heian Shrine (25 mins).
Airport connections
For airport connections, Kyoto Station offers the following routes:
- Kansai International Airport (KIX): The Haruka Express provides a direct route from Kyoto Station to the airport (1h 15m).
- Osaka Itami Airport (ITM): Accessible via the JR or Hankyu lines to Osaka/Umeda, then by airport limousine bus (1h 10m total).
With its underground shopping mall, easy access to attractions like Kyoto Tower, and rapid transit connections that can help you explore the glorious temples of this ancient city, Kyoto Station is the ideal place to begin exploring. Temporarily store your things in the baggage room of a local business with Bounce, and you'll know almost immediately that you've found the best Kyoto Station luggage storage available.