Bounce Strengthens Affiliate Partnerships with Short-Term Accommodation Owners Across Japan

In recent years, Bounce has made strides in expanding its luggage storage services across the globe, now boasting over 4,000 cities and 23,000 locations worldwide. In Japan alone, the company has surpassed 5,000 locations, making it the largest luggage storage platform in the world. With the increasing influx of international and domestic travelers, Bounce is ramping up its efforts to strengthen partnerships with short-term accommodation owners, including hotels and vacation rentals. This initiative aims to provide travelers with new options to enjoy their time before and after check-in, ensuring a more comfortable experience.

Background: Rising Demand for Tourism and Challenges in Short-Term Rentals

According to the Japan National Tourism Organization, the number of foreign visitors is expected to reach a record high in the first half of 2025, spurred by the recovery of tourism needs. As the market for short-term accommodations like hotels and vacation rentals continues to grow, challenges arise at the accommodation level, particularly regarding luggage storage before check-in and after checkout. More guests are grappling with large suitcases and the scarcity of lockers at train stations, highlighting the need for accessible luggage storage solutions.

Bounce's Innovative Luggage Storage Solutions

Bounce addresses these challenges by providing safe and convenient luggage storage at cafes, hotels, and various stores nationwide. Locations span major tourist destinations like Tokyo—covering areas such as Asakusa, Shibuya, Shinjuku, and Ikebukuro as well as cities from Hokkaido to Okinawa. As Bounce continues to expand its reach, travelers will benefit greatly.

A Multilingual Approach for Travelers

With services available in multiple languages, including English and Japanese, both domestic and international guests can feel assured. The booking and payment process is completely cashless, ensuring a seamless experience. Bounce also offers up to 1 million yen in coverage per reservation, providing peace of mind to users.

By seamlessly integrating Bounce’s services, hosts can reduce the burden of scheduling and luggage management, while guests can experience the joys of exploring without the baggage.

Advantages for Short-Term Rental Hosts

Engaging with Bounce offers several key benefits for short-term rental hosts:

- New Revenue Opportunities: Hosts can foresee additional income through referrals for luggage storage.
- Community Benefits: Reducing congestion at public spaces and tourist spots contributes to alleviating overtourism and adhering to local regulations.
- Discount Codes: Creating discount codes can enhance guest satisfaction during their stay.
- Improved Ratings: By alleviating luggage-related inconveniences, guest satisfaction and reviews are likely to improve.
- Operational Efficiency: Increase flexibility for check-in and check-out logistics.
- Differentiation: Implementing luggage storage services can directly boost booking rates.
- No Operational Hassle: Sharing affiliate links with guests during interactions is all that’s required; Bounce handles everything else! Simply placing a QR code sticker provided by Bounce within the facility suffices.

For more details on the affiliate program and to apply, check here.

Looking Ahead

With partnerships already established with thousands of accommodations, Bounce intends to broaden its collaborations with hotels and short-term rentals throughout Japan. By making travel 'freer from luggage,' Bounce aims to enhance the experience for travelers visiting Japan, ensuring greater comfort and flexibility during their journeys.

About Bounce

Bounce is the world's largest luggage storage platform, connecting individuals who need temporary luggage storage with shops and facilities looking to optimize their unused space. Established in San Francisco in 2019, Bounce currently operates in over 4,000 cities and 23,000 locations worldwide. In Japan, services are available in major tourism cities such as Tokyo and Osaka, and even in regional towns. For more information, visit Bounce Official Site.

Note: The claim of being the 'world's largest' is based on proprietary research conducted by Bounce as of July 2025, assessing the number of locations, cities, and countries among major luggage storage providers.

Contact Bounce for Partnership Inquiries

For inquiries related to this article or partnership applications, please contact Bounce Japan press: [email protected], or for partnership inquiries: [email protected]. Details about our affiliate program and applications can be found here.