No need to carry bulky suitcases

Leave it in Japan, Travel Lighter, Return Smarter.

📚 Table of Contents

1. Why Store Luggage in Japan?
2. Who Is This Service For?
3. How SilkCrane’s Luggage Storage Works
4. Benefits of Long-Term Luggage Storage
5. Pricing & Subscription Plans
6. How to Prepare Your Items for Storage
7. Pickup, Delivery, and Access Options
8. Is It Safe? Our Security & Handling Process
9. Where We Store: Our Japan-Based Hub Locations
10. Real Examples: Why Travelers Love This Service
11. Get Started Today

12. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

1. Why Store Luggage in Japan?

Traveling to Japan often means exploring multiple cities, seasonal adventures, or returning multiple times a year. Carrying everything each time becomes inconvenient—and expensive.

With SilkCrane's Long-Term Luggage Storage, you can:

• Leave your heavy suitcase, winter jackets, or souvenirs in Japan
• Travel light and skip check-in baggage fees
• Avoid customs hassle by storing non-essential items securely

Whether you're a frequent traveler, a remote worker, or someone with seasonal hobbies in Japan, this solution saves time, money, and energy.

2. Who Is This Service For?

Our service is designed for:

• Frequent travelers returning to Japan regularly
• Study-abroad students or language learners
• Business travelers who need gear stored between trips
• Seasonal tourists (skiers, hikers, cherry blossom seekers)
• Digital nomads and slow travelers who don’t want to carry all belongings every time
• This is also perfect for people who want to keep part of their wardrobe or essentials in Japan.

3. How SilkCrane’s Luggage Storage Works

1. Sign Up: Sign ups on the plans of choice. (For luggage larger than 160 centimeters in linear size, contact for space availability. )
2. Receive Welcome Email: User receives an email with shipping details.
3. Ship Luggage: Ship luggage to the storage facility.
4. Store Your Luggage: Send your suitcase or travel bag at our secured storage facility in Hokkaido.
5. We Keep It Safe: All items are stored in a climate-controlled facility with 24/7 SECOM security.
6. Ship to Anywhere in Japan : When you're ready to return, we ship your luggage to any hotel, airport, or destination in Japan. Contact us in advance.

7. Repeat as Needed: Leave it with us again after your trip—simple, secure, and worry-free.

4. Benefits of Long-Term Luggage Storage

✅ Travel light on your return trip

✅ No more dragging suitcases across cities or train stations

✅ Avoid airline baggage fees and customs clearance delays

✅ Perfect for ski/snowboard gear, seasonal clothing, or business items

✅ Secure, insured storage with Japanese-level reliability

✅ Convenient pickup and delivery options anywhere in Japan

5. Pricing & Subscription Plans

We offer simple pricing with full English support.

Plan 1 - One small Suitcase (Up to 115cm/ 45 inches in linear size)

Plan 2 - One Large Suitcase (Up to 157cm/ 62 inches in linear size)

Plan 3 - Custom (Contact us for flexible plan for your needs )

Shipping cost to/from storage facility is calculated separately based on region and size.

6. How to Prepare Your Items for Storage

• Use a durable suitcase or storage bag
• Label your luggage with your name
• Avoid storing perishables, cash, or hazardous items
• Include a list of contents (optional) for easier tracking

7. Pickup, Delivery, and Access Options

• Send luggage from any address in Japan (via Yamato transport or Sagawa express is common)
• Request delivery to your next hotel, accommodation, or airport
• Storage facility access is NOT public. It is 24/7 Secom security monitoring

8. Is It Safe? Our Security & Handling Process

We store all items in monitored, secure, and temperature-controlled facilities in Japan. Your belongings are:

• Tagged and tracked with a unique customer ID
• Covered under basic insurance (extended plans available)
• Never opened unless customs/authorities require
• Handled by trained staff following Japanese standards of care

9. Where We Store: Our Japan-Based Storage Hub Locations

📍 Sapporo, Hokkaido (Japan nation-wide service)

You ship luggage from anywhere in Japan to the storage facility, and we ship your desired location anywhere in Japan.  

10. Real Examples: Why Travelers Love This Service

Tom (USA):
"I come to Japan twice a year. Storing my ski jacket and boots with SilkCrane saved me so much hassle at the airport. Worth every yen!"

Emily (Australia):
"I left souvenirs and bulky coats in Japan instead of paying overweight baggage fees. Smooth delivery on my next trip, too."

Liam (Singapore):
"Business travel made easy. Now I don’t need to carry suits and cables every time."

11. Get Started Today

Space limited.  Start storing your luggage in Japan hassle-free. 
🎒 Click here to reserve your spot now »

Let your suitcase stay in Japan—so you don’t have to carry it around the world.

12.  Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1. Can I store more than one suitcase?

Yes, you can store multiple suitcases. Each will be billed individually.

Q2. How do I retrieve my suitcase?

Just log in to your SilkCrane.com account and request a delivery with the desired date and address.

Q3. What happens if I don’t return to Japan for over a year?

We’ll send a reminder before your subscription ends. You can extend storage or arrange for international shipping (fees apply).

Q4. Is it possible to store other items like cardboard boxes or ski equipment?

Yes. We also offer long-term ski/snowboard storage and general storage—see here.

Q5. Do you offer customer support in English?

Absolutely. Our support team is bilingual (English/Japanese) and available via email or chat.