2026 Survey: Pricing Structures of 11 Major Trunk Room Providers — Initial Costs Range from ¥10,000 to ¥70,000, with Significant Differences in Total Costs Over Usage Period

e-trunk, a trunk room search website operated by e-portal Inc. (Headquarters: Minato-ku, Tokyo; Representative: Masayuki Taniguchi), has conducted a survey on initial fees and pricing systems for 11 major trunk room providers operating nationwide.

When signing a trunk room contract, many people compare based on monthly fees. However, in practice, additional costs such as administrative fees, management fees, deposit fees, and key fees are often required at the time of contract, and these initial costs vary significantly by provider.

Therefore, the e-trunk editorial team analyzed the pricing information published on the official websites of 11 major providers, using a common condition of a ¥10,000 monthly fee for a 4-month rental period, to examine initial fees, pricing structures, and total costs over the usage period.

Survey Overview

Survey Targets

Kase's Rental Box / Curers / Hello Storage / Inaba Box / U-SPACE / Keypit / Storage O / Route Storage / Space Plus / Orange Container / Dottoaru Container

Survey Conditions

Assumed monthly rent: ¥10,000

Rental period: 4 months

Calculations based on information published on each company's official website

Standard rates used, excluding promotional discounts (campaigns with specific conditions were excluded)

Note: Pricing structures and contract terms may vary by store, region, and contract timing.

Survey Result ① Significant Differences in Initial Fees — Ranging from ¥10,000 to ¥69,000

The survey revealed that initial fees required at contract signing ranged from approximately ¥10,000 to ¥69,000, highlighting substantial differences in pricing structures among providers.

Initial fees may include not only the first and second month's rent but also administrative fees, management fees, deposit fees, security deposits, and key fees.

Even with the same monthly fee, the total amount required at contract signing varied significantly.

Survey Result ② Differences in Total Costs Over the Usage Period

In addition to initial fees, the total cost for a 4-month rental period was also analyzed, resulting in a wide range from approximately ¥50,000 to ¥121,000.

Even with similar monthly fees, the total cost over the rental period varied depending on whether recurring monthly charges such as management fees or deposit fees were applied.

It is advisable to consider not only the upfront payment but also the total cost over the intended rental period when choosing a service.

Three Trends Identified from the Survey

1. Initial Fee Structures Vary by Company

Among the 11 surveyed companies, some charged only administrative fees, while others imposed multiple fees such as deposit fees, management fees, security deposits, and key fees.

Since some cost items are not apparent from the monthly fee alone, it is essential to review the breakdown of initial fees before signing a contract.

2. Cost Considerations Depend on Rental Duration

For short-term use, high initial fees may feel burdensome, whereas for long-term use, the total cost—including recurring monthly fees such as management and deposit fees—becomes more important.

Comparing services based on your intended purpose and rental duration makes it easier to select a suitable pricing plan.

3. Actual Costs May Vary Due to Promotional Campaigns

Some of the surveyed services offer time-limited campaigns, such as waiving administrative fees or offering discounts on initial fees.

Since actual costs can fluctuate depending on the timing of the contract, it is crucial to verify the latest pricing information and eligibility conditions.

e-trunk Editorial Team Comment

This survey showed that even with the same monthly fee, initial fees and total costs over the rental period can differ significantly.

When choosing a trunk room, it is important not to rely solely on the monthly fee. Instead, review the entire pricing structure—including the breakdown of initial fees, management fees, and deposit fees—to select a service that best fits your needs.

Additionally, since pricing structures may vary by store, region, and contract conditions, we recommend confirming the latest information from each provider before signing a contract.

About e-trunk

e-trunk (https://e-trunk.jp/) is a trunk room search website that has been operating since 2007.

It features nationwide listings, enabling users to find the right trunk room based on area, price, and facilities. For more details on this survey and comprehensive comparisons, please refer to the article below.

Related Article How Much Are Trunk Room Initial Fees? Comparing Pricing Systems of 11 Major Providers https://e-trunk.jp/features/Initialcost-trunkroom

Company Overview

About e-portal Inc.

Headquarters: 2F, Shiroku Building, 5-8-3 Shimbashi, Minato-ku, Tokyo

Founded: May 12, 2005

Representative Director: Masayuki Taniguchi

Business Activities:

Operation of e-trunk (https://e-trunk.jp), a trunk room search website

Operation of Bikeko (https://bikeko.net), a search site for monthly motorcycle containers and parking spaces

Operation of Nihon Yosei College (https://nihon-yosei-college.com), a community site for foreign residents in Japan

Company Overview: https://eportal.co.jp/company_overview