Luggage storage Nagoya

Store your luggage around Nagoya with Bounce

Nagoya is the largest city in the Chubu region of Japan and the capital of the Aichi Prefecture. It’s also the fourth-biggest incorporated city in the country and ranks third in Japan’s most populous urban areas. Situated on the Pacific Coast, Nagoya plays an important role as a chief port for Japan. 

In 1889, during the Meiji Restoration, Nagoya was declared a city. Subsequently, it was transformed into a key industrial hub for the country, known for manufacturing textiles, ceramics, and the like. However, like most parts of Japan, Nagoya was heavily damaged by US air raids and bombings during the Second World War.

After the war, Nagoya was successfully rebuilt and continued serving as a major port. Since then, the city has become a center for the aviation and automotive industries, with big brands such as Toyota and Lexus establishing their headquarters here. In addition, Nagoya is also one of Japan’s most popular tourist destinations due to its world-class cultural institutions. 

Are you visiting Nagoya for a business trip? Are you a local who wants to see more of your country? Or maybe you’re a visitor looking to explore the best of Japan, including Nagoya. Whatever your purpose, you can make your trip as hassle-free as possible by using Bounce’s temporary luggage storage service.

Luggage storage in Nagoya 

At Bounce, we’ve proudly partnered with several local businesses all over Nagoya, including strategically located establishments such as shops, hotels, and restaurants. Through these partners, we’ve created luggage storage facilities where users can easily store luggage, be it for just a few hours or several days. 

To make the most of your day while you tour attractions like Nagoya Castle and the Nagoya Port area, travel light and luggage free. Use the Bounce app to find nearby locations that are convenient for you. Proceed to your chosen location, drop off backpacks and bags, and see the terrific sights of the city.

Nagoya city guide

Top things to do in Nagoya

While it’s often overshadowed by other Japanese cities like Tokyo and Osaka, Nagoya offers plenty of opportunities for fun and adventure and is a city that you shouldn’t sleep on. With its rich history, marvelous architecture, cultural experiences, and diverse food scene, you won’t run out of things to do in Nagoya. 

Museums in Nagoya

Because of its rich and colorful history, it’s no surprise that Nagoya is home to numerous museums and cultural establishments that tell the story of the city’s heritage. For history buffs, the following museums are worth checking out:

Tokugawa Art Museum

One of the most popular museums in Nagoya is the Tokugawa Art Museum, which is also a great place to learn about the city's history. The museum has a collection of over 100,000 treasures owned by the Owari Tokugawa family, including the national treasure “The Picture Scroll of Tale of Genji,” which is displayed annually for a limited time. 

The Tokugawa Family amassed massive wealth during the Edo Period, and their collection includes valuable artifacts such as samurai armor and swords, noh masks, scrolls, costumes, and more. Next to the museum is the lush Tokugawa Garden, a great place to visit after touring the museum.

Tokugawa Art Museum bag policy

This museum has no clear bag policy, but most places restrict what can be brought into the exhibits. There are storage lockers on site, but any bags that can’t fit into the lockers must be left at the museum shop. A more convenient solution is to leave all of your things together at one of our luggage storage locations. They’ll be safe and secure while you’re out and about.

Nagoya City Art Museum

Established in 1988 and designed by prominent architect Kurokawa Kishu, the Nagoya City Art Museum is one of Nagoya’s most fascinating museums. Situated on the northwest side of Shirakawa Park, the museum is home to a collection of local and international works. These works are divided into four categories—Contemporary Art, Ecole de Paris, Local Artists, and Mexican Renaissance. Some of the artists whose works are featured in the museum are Yamamoto Kansuke, Amedeo Modigliani, Frida Kahlo, Maurice Utrillo, and Marc Chagall.

Nagoya City Art Museum bag policy

The Nagoya City Art Museum doesn’t specify its bag policy. Book baggage storage at a Bounce partner facility in advance of your visit. We can handle all your belongings, from backpacks and suitcases to strollers and skateboards.

Aichi Prefectural Museum of Art

Found in the downtown Sakae District, the Aichi Prefectural Museum of Art is an urban-style facility that mainly exhibits pieces from the 20th century. The museum’s incredible collection features about 7,700 artworks from famous Japanese and foreign artists, including the likes of Picasso, Gustav Klimt, Matisse, and Taikan Yokoyama.

Aichi Prefectural Museum of Art bag policy

It’s unclear what items customers can bring into the museum, but there are sometimes size limits on backpacks and bags. We have plenty of luggage storage options where you can leave large bags or other things that you don’t want to carry around with you.

Some museums ask guests to store bags in their luggage lockers during their visit. If you don’t want to be restricted by their opening hours or want to store your luggage for longer as you do some more sightseeing, simply book luggage storage with us.

Shopping in Nagoya

The shopping scene in Nagoya is exciting and diverse—choices range from major department stores and shopping malls to independent vendors and boutiques. To get the most out of your retail experience in the city, check out the following shopping areas:

Sakae District

Sakae is one of Nagoya’s core entertainment and shopping areas and is popular with the younger crowd, particularly students. One of the area’s key retail spots is the Oasis 21, a spaceship-like building home to several trendy stores and boutiques. Other notable shopping destinations in Sakae include the Lashic and Mitsukoshi department stores, the Sakae underground arcade, and the Sunshine Sakae mall.

Osu Shotengai

Osu Shotengai is located next to the subway station and is a vibrant commercial and shopping district in Nagoya. This shopping street is lined with over 1,200 local shops and businesses and is the best place in the city to get great bargain deals. The district has practically anything one wants—from electronics and appliances to secondhand clothes and handicrafts. Osu Shotengai is a must-visit for shopaholics who want to maximize their budget.

Meieki

The Meieki neighborhood is home to some of Nagoya’s newest shops and retail areas. The district’s crown jewel is the ultra-modern shopping complex Midland Square. It features many upscale and luxury brands, such as Chloe and Louis Vuitton. Other retail options include bookstores, record shops, and a Takashimaya department store.

It’ll be hard to go shopping while carrying your suitcase, and you’ll need somewhere to stash your shopping bags after your spree. You can’t do much when your hands are full, so stop by any of our convenient locations for left luggage storage when you need to lighten your load.

Restaurants in Nagoya

Nagoya has one of the most diverse and fantastic dining scenes in Japan. Foodies from everywhere would have a field day sampling the best that the city has to offer. Whether you’re thinking of trying the local food or want to go international, these are the spots you have to visit:  

Misokatsu Yabaton

Nagoya is a top foodie destination in Japan, and there’s no way that you should leave the city without sampling the finest Japanese dishes. One of the city’s most famous dishes is the miso katsu, and the best place to try it is at Misokatsu Yabaton. The restaurant is simple and welcoming, offering a casual dining experience to hungry tourists and locals.

Nadai Kishimen Sumiyoshi

Nadai Kishimen Sumiyoshi is another great restaurant for tourists looking to taste the local flavors of Nagoya. As you can tell by its name, this restaurant specializes in kishimen, a flat noodle with crinkled edges most commonly found in this city. The restaurant is located by the train station building, and it’s a good spot to grab a quick meal.

Atsuta Horaiken

Many people claim that Atsuta Horaiken is the best restaurant in the city for trying hitsumaushi, a dish made with grilled eel. In fact, this eatery is said to be the one that created the different ways of eating the food. If you want to try this tasty dish for yourself, be sure to stop by at least once for a meal. The restaurant is simple with large windows and a zen atmosphere.

You can’t bring suitcases and large bags into many restaurants since they take up valuable space. Use our luggage storage service to keep your things out of the way as you eat.

Leave your bags stored and explore Nagoya hands free

With shopping, dining, and sightseeing galore, a trip to Nagoya is a real treat. To see the best of everything, use a Bounce storage facility to stow non-essentials while out and about. Strategically placed locations close to transportation hubs, like train stations such as Nagoya Station, and most of the top sights in the city make it easier to find luggage storage in Nagoya.

If Nagoya is just one stop on your journey around Japan, you should know that we have more locations for baggage storage in other cities, such as Osaka, Narita, and Tokyo. Use our baggage storage services wherever you go next, and check our guides to read our travel tips for your destination.