Packing for JAPAN UPDATED Winning Formula
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- Опубліковано 1 лип 2024
- Pack for a Japan trip & what to do with luggage once you arrive in Japan. A STEP BY STEP Guide with monthly tips and packing insights to help you be better prepared when you are packing.
There are many things that you should not take to Japan on your trip. Don't make the mistake of overpacking and make sure you only pack the essential items you need for your Japan trip.
There are also many things that you might need to know especially when it comes to Japans seasons and climates to help you pack the right clothing.
Watch the ORIGINAL Video for more packing tips:
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00:00 Intro Pack and travel with luggage in Japan
00:25 Packing Japan Monthly guide
02:01 Laundry whilst travelling in Japan
02:48 Translation, navigation in Japan
03:11 How to smell in Japan
04:11 Don't Pack ANYTHING for Japan
04:53 Don't Pack these Items
05:53 Japan Essential Packing
07:07 Packing tip 1
07:44 Travelling with Luggage in Japan
07:56 Shinkansen luggage rules
08:35 Limited express trains Luggage rules
08:44 Airport trains luggage info
08:58 Luggage during RUSH HOUR
09:54 Luggage forwarding services
10:53 Luggage forwarding Bonus tip
11:15 My personal GOLDEN RULE
11:28 Viewer tips and my thoughts on them
13:27 Packing for Japan and travelling with luggage thoughts
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If going from Osaka or Kyoto to Tokyo send luggage the day before with luggage service, you check out as it takes about 1.5-2days to reach your Tokyo hotel when I used it in November '23. I over packed for sure for my first ever trip last year, now I know I'm bringing 3 sets of clothes only and making sure each hotel I stay has washer/dryer. One I stayed at said it had laundry service which I assumed meant the machines but it wasn't and they were asking 400yen per shirt and 600 yen per pants and more. I found a coin laundry nearby and did it myself for the price one pair of pants would have cost. Coin lockers are amazing when doing day trips, stick heavy things or your bag in them and have a lighter/smaller bag to walk around with then as you acquire items just return to the locker and store again unless you like heavy bag on your back. I learned so much watching yours and others but I didn't listen to some and now I know after visiting, cannot wait to my next trip this year.
some great insights thanks :)
Awesome tips
Dude just subjected himself to bad luck with that indoor opened umbrella to give us packing info. That's dedication!
Yep! anything for the views haha
ありがとう!! 🇯🇵 You're the first person I've seen recommend a whistle, and I appreciate that!
Always worth thinking about these things
I actually got a whistle in an Asian area of San Francisco. Very nice older Japanese lady, said it would come in handy, I should bring it
@@NinjaMonkeyguy It is over 100 years since the 1923 great earthquake,... when I die in Chiba in the next one a whistle will be cute to have (^_^)
Great stuff, last time I went for 10 days , I carried 7 kg cabin baggage only, I was one of the first out of airport , all my souvenirs were tiny under 5cm each , so easy to find , key chains, postcards, fridge magnets, then my wardrobe had tops and bottoms that all colour matched with each other which allowed me to have a different look each day without the weight ,bring shoes that are very light , stuff sneakers with stuff to save space , I bring my deodorant too , only use roll on anyway
you indeed are a pro!
I just got back from my trip. It was amazing!!! I had so much fun but also experienced the earthquake last week while in tokyo (guess it occured in saitama) it woke me up from my sleep but luckily it wasn't that bad. Very memorable trip.
10:02 luggage forwarding was AWESOME! I used it the whole time as i went to different cities.
They had a big one that was centered Ibarako as a 5, but felt as 4 as far away as Tokyo
it really is magic
I learned the hard way: if they say it's a slight chance of rain, plan for rain! I got caught walking through the Nara city outer limits for a country afternoon walk in the rain, no rain jacket or umbrella.
it can also be the other way round.. they say rain and it will rain for 10 minutes only haha
As someone who will vacation there for 2 weeks, I'm only bringing 2 bags; 1 carry on and 1 backpack. Only 1 week's worth of clothes cuz I'll be taking advantage of the hotel's laundry. I'll have to disagree with the camera for not to bring cuz most smartphone cameras are terrible unless you got an iphone or google pixel. A pocket size camera is good like the sony RX100's or dji osmos pocket series. One thing that's not on list essentials list that absolutely should be is a portable battery bank. The constant use of the phone for navigation, translation, video/pictures, and web surfing will drain the battery. I also recommend bringing vitamins/supplements especially that strengthens your immune system. It would royally suck if you end up being sick during your stay.
It's why i said if you have a good modern phone.. As for the battery pack and some of the other things I 100% agree and are included in my ultimate packing guide : ua-cam.com/video/OJg_N4GCzM4/v-deo.html
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🇯🇵 Thanks so much for your genius tips!
🇯🇵🇯🇵🇯🇵 going to Japan in June for the first time and very excited. Thank you for all your tips.
Thank you for nice info😊❤
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🇯🇵🇯🇵 thank you for the tips. Great advice! Heading to Japan for the first time in June 😊
Best thing I could to is travel with just a carry on with whatever I could fit and just One pair of shoes for walking. I bought a cheap luggage case at Don Quijote and filled it with everything I bought, there’s tons of cool stores that are not available worldwide like UNIQLO and just bought the rest of my clothes during my trip! + The hotel luggage service HELPS A TON!
Luggage forwarding really is the ultimate travel hack right?! .. I wish i could just carry on but when im creating content its impossible due to the amount of stuff i carry.
So usefulllll. Thanks for sharing
im glad its helpful
Great and informative Video! 🎌🎌🎌
thanks clay! Can't believe we miss each other
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Tanks for all the great content! It helps a lot for planning
My pleasure!
I always take two suitcases, one for clothes and one for Omiyage
haha easy to do!
Good tips, Nathan! Thanks 🇯🇵!
Any time!
another goood video for those like me to visit japan!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
I'm leaving tomorrow for Japan, a very well time video!
awesome have a great trip
This helpedme alot! I plan to fly over this June, and watching your video made me more relaxed! :)
Great to hear! did you watch the original one with even more insights?
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I’m glad that you mentioned the luggage scales, because I bought those last week and thought that they might come in handy.
Awesome
Another great tip, as soon as I arrived to Narita, I went to the airport shower rentals and helped with the lengthy 15hr trip
I know some people like to do that sort of thing, for me personally I just like to be out in the open as soon as I can
🇯🇵 will give Japón tips a follow :)
thanks.. I have a few more shorts I will be adding soon :)
Packing half of your partners clothes in each bag is a great tip! Thank you.
100% if you do that and one bag is lost you're a winner!
Yes love this tip! We did a Euro trip in 2022 and heading home our bags were held up in customs as our flight got in late in Canada and we had to stay the night. Was very upsetting not having access to a change of clothes.
Ill be going in August and leaving in December as ill be studying abroad but these tips and your other videos and it really has been helpful thank you!!
im so excited for you!
As allways useful tips :).
Glad you think so!
Another great video Nathan! i will forward to my Aunty who will be a ‘first time packer’ when I take her to Japan later this year 🤘🏻✨🇯🇵
great thanks
Great tips! I really loved the luggage forwarding services, so efficient and easy! we also pack a change of clothes in our hand language just incase of any delays 😅
yes me too!
Funny thing is I literally just started packing for Japan right now. This video is right on timeee lol
My other video also has some good tips
Thank you for these helpful insights. Have been watching all your videos in preparation for my trip to Japan. (only one day to go!) Has definitely helped me in not feeling too overwhelmed with all the where's, what's, and how's.Thank you.😊🇯🇵
Have fun! Enjoy your trip!!!
Thankyou so much!🤗@@jsabri6324
Before we went I watched a packing videos that mentioned no need for packing pajamas .. I still did, being unsure but not much, and that advice was spot on ! No need for pjs! BUT if it's your first time to visit Japan , then perhaps one pair just in case . I really wish I hadn't taken up space in my luggage with a cube of pjs!
Yay!
I don't do umbrellas so came a cropper last May when it rained for 2 days. Not just some rain but continuous heavy rain all day! Suffice to say I now have a really small pocket umbrella that I will take on my trip next week for those days where the dreaded "large umbrella" symbol is on the weather forecast website!
I packed a very flat when folded up rain poncho just in case. Could be one option, or you can buy an umbrella at a convenience store generally or possibly your hotel will have them to lend to you.
Great information thanks Nathan. I just came back 2 days ago from Japan. If you’re traveling from Tokyo up north to tohoku like to Sendai or Aomori etc. Take the Hayabusa it has more space above the seats for luggage. The Komachi that is connected to the Hayabusa is smaller and less overhead space for luggage. The komachi then goes to Akita it separates at Morioka station.
Thanks for the info!
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Thank you for your tips. I went to Japan in 2018 for 5 weeks and as I’d never travelled overseas previously and the person I travelled with had been on quite a few overseas trips I listened to her.. OMG the wrong thing to do, I had way tooooo many clothes. I am going to Japan again this November for 25 days and will be packing way less clothes. As it’ll be colder weather I will only be bring 3 pairs of long pants and a few tops for day wear and a few for night wear. I’m all over it this time, and leaving more room in my suitcase for souvenirs. I will be joining a tour group this trip and our suitcases will be transferred for us on a few occasions and we need to take an overnight bag to keep with us. I’m still deciding whether to take a cabin bag (on wheels) which can serve as my overnight bag or a pack back. I am 65 (will be 66 prior to November) and really don’t want to worry about a heavy backpack or shoulder bag so am leaning towards taking the cabin bag. Oh also I have a CPAP machine which I require for sleeping soooo that has to come with me as well, that’s why I’m leaning towards the cabin bag on wheels…….
I usually carry my cabin bag inside of my main suitcase too!
🇯🇵 Thanks for the tips. I should be there June 14th to the 23rd, so it'll probably be hot and rainy ⛈️. I thought about gortex for the rain, but figured I'd be doing a lot of walking, so I went with walking sneakers instead. I could probably get some water repellent spray for those. For the heat I bought some extra shorts and t-shirts which I'll probably wear as much as possible during the day and at night, maybe jeans and a light shirt. I've heard a lot about a coin purse, so I'll be investing in one of those and yeah, maybe downsizing my suitcase (borrowing one from family) to be more comfortable on shinkansen and stuff like that. I'm excited. さようなら🇯🇵
you sound well planned!
Great video so many questions in my head answered. Thank you for sharing. You mentioned shoes you can throw away, guessing due to muddy tracks. Any specific locations you are referring to? Muchas gracias
Hey yes, this is a tip from one of the comments that I read out.. In the past I actually rented my hiking shoes so it wasn't so much of a problem but I guess if you have pair that are on their way out and have one last climb in them this would be a perfect time to use them!
I am going to spend a month on Teshima Island where grocery stores don’t exist and convenience stores have just the basics. I arrive in Takamatsu late in the evening; after flying into Tokyo. Figuring out packing what I actually need, and grocery shopping before taking a ferry the next day is the only stress point in my trip. Not all of us live in Urban areas where public transportation is routine. I live in a rural, pick up truck as transportation State.
sounds like a great trip though
Thank you for the useful tips. Much Appreciated! My wife and I will be taking a Japan tour June 21 to July 6. I usually wear comfortable sneakers when I travel. I am a bit concerned about the rainy weather. What would you recommend for footwear? Best, John
If you can find waterpoof comfortable sneakers thats the way to go something like maybe Vessi
🇯🇵 Of course one must watch to the very end. When Nathan the Japanese Packing Guy does adventures in a suitcase for Japan. There's always going to be a new tip that even seasoned travellers failed to consider or remember. Great well explained packing info.
thanks Jim! and see you soon!
+1 on leaving the water bottle at home. Not only are cold (and hot!) beverage vending machines everywhere, it also lightens your load as you tour around the city. Also, water fountains seem to be almost nonexistent
Yes.. water fountains can be hard to find i think (or maybe im just not looking)
Many thanks! The initial part is almost genial with the best mix of graphic and practic description! 😁
And everything else is also very very refined and helpful!
Question: it seems I will most probably use the Keikyu line to reach my first hotel in Tokyo (from Haneda terminal 3 to Tokyo), are there some rules about luggage? I will not have enough time to forward my luggage at the arrival, so it is mandatory to take it with me)
I used the same train. I only had a small carry on sized backpack that I just held in my lap while seated. If you have a rolling case I would just try to keep it between your legs when you sit or stand. It can take 30 min to about an hour on the train to reach where you are going or the station you will need to transfer in. Google maps is your friend about the trains as when you need to change lines at a station it will tell you the platform and other info.
as it's considered an 'airport' train there will also be many using it with luggage so no worries
Hi, this was VERY informative, cheers!
Also, do hotels have a luggage scale they could lend to customers? I don't want to carry one the whole trip only to use it once.
Ive only seen a few rare hotels that do this
🇯🇵 I agree with alot here but for me a pro camera is a world of difference if you want nice pics. Camera phones only have so much resolution if you are focusing on something far away so my Canon is my preference
if you are into photography I totally get it!
My Iphone 15 promax is more than enough. ;)
I shoot with my Sony Alpha and what lens to take is my concern when traveling
I’m planning on taking my Sony Alpha along with 35mm and 85mm. Or maybe 35mm and 70-200mm- but that’s too heavy to carry all day.
I used the luggage forwarding services, sent from Kyoto to Tokyo as I went for three nights at Kinosaki. As I got to Tokyo my bags were waiting on me at the hotel.
yes sometimes they even put it in your room!
What is the official Japan weather forecasting website?
Were going for 2 weeks, only gonna bring 3-4 outfits and so laundry or buy stuff.
That sounds like a plan!
Buying when you get there. That would be OK if your not 6'4" tall like me ! Clothing for larger people is almost impossible, lets not even talk about the courtesy slippers 🤣 ♨⛩🎌
Agree, I am tall for a woman at about 6 foot and unless it’s made for me buying clothes in Asia is a no go hence why I tend to pack more then most.
yes.. If you are tall or a larger size it's harder!
Even for me at a slender build and just under six feet it was hard to find sizes. (T shirts were an exception, those were easy) For men I am tempted to say forget buying shoes unless you have time to really hunt for your size but don't assume you will find it. I bought a leather jacket but it was a XLL size there and I wear medium in the US.
17days and im packing for 9 days, 2 main bags plus collapsible and back pack. last time i had 3 full bags at all time. pain to lug them all around. just tossed in 2 coats or 1 light warm coat and warm hoodie, mid april to may 2nd
roughly the same as what I do!
Should I bring just a large backpack or a small rolling carry on? For Europe I did just the backpack and it was amazing but I don’t want to look out of place in Japan. It was a normal looking ebags backpack not a mountain climber one.
you'll already look out of place as a tourist so don't worry and do what works for you :)
🎌You did say leave this 😁
thanks!! you are awesome
Hi Nathan..
Im planning to get a japanese knife and bring back home to UK however, am not sure wether it is allowed in the airplane, please enlighten me... thanks☺️
usually checked in luggage is fine (but check with the airline) alt. many places ship it to your address!
The luggage size rules only apply to Shinkansen routes operated by JR Central, JR West and JR Kyushu, and the routes are the Tokaido Shinkansen, Sanyo Shinkansen and Kyushu Shinkansen. Shinkansen going north from Tokyo such as Tohoku and Hokuriku Shinkansen operated by JR East does not require luggage reservation as there are proper luggage racks in each car. But I guess most visitors especially first timers to Japan probably will only ride the Tokaido Shinkansen aka the golden route: Tokyo-Kyoto-Osaka.
Omg yes there was a small piece of text that I added but seems to have not rendered on the export (although I still suggest booking those seats with big luggage)
This is such perfect timing, currently trying to pack for my Japan Tokyo trip tomorrow and i still feel so unprepared
Nice! I'm heading to Japan next week as well. For Japan, I'd rather be under-packed than over-packed. I can pretty much buy anything else I may need in Japan. Have a great trip!
hopefully you are now better prepared (plus check out the original video too)
Hi. Do you have a guide or tips on how to travel carrying a 32inch monitor from japan to my home country? Planning to buy one this august.
Im not sure who I would go about that, im also not sure if it would be worth it in the long run you'd prob have to put it in your luggage or post it to yourself
@@NinjaMonkeyguy thanks!
Arigato🇯🇵gozaimasu🙏🏻
you are very welcome. Happy packing!
I assume when you say extendable bag you mean for souvenirs. I don't usually pick any up on my travels except for maybe ticket stubs for attractions or rides. I always thought if if I did pick up some and had alot, I would just mail them home, you ever do that. As for Umbrellas I bought one of the nice collapsible ones from uniqlo. The whistle, though, is a good idea.
Yep for all the extra things you might bring back
@@NinjaMonkeyguy you ever just mail them? That would be my plan.
i dont i just put in my luggage
may I know where you get the weather forecast chart? which websites?
Japan metrological website
For the luggage forwarding, where do you get the forms to do that? or are there kiosks to do so? and what is the average cost for this amazing service?
the hotel will do it for you
6:41 just to confirm, is the same plug that is used in USA?
Yup USA plugs (2 prong)
Hello are you able to elaborate a bit more on the layers you would suggest for a male during November in japan? Is that like a t shirt and a light bomber style jacket maybe some gloves enough? thaanks :)
i suggest you look at the weatherforcast just before you leave to help you decide as even November was warmer than useual
I believe you covered it in your other video regarding packing but I wanted to ask here since it is the more recent video. Regarding your smartphone, I've heard so many horror stories about people going abroad and then returning to MASSIVE phone bills because of data/roaming. I spoke to my carrier (Verizon Wireless) about that and they offered to change my plan temporarily that would accrue something (let's just call them points) for the months leading up to my trip so that that wouldn't occur. Would just getting a SIM card in Japan achieve the same effect or is a SIM card only to allow your phone to connect to their networks? Excited about my trip but I have that dread circling about in the back of my mind that I'm going to return home to a several thousand dollar phone bill. Input/advice from anyone who has done this before would be most welcome and greatly appreciated.
I usually simply make sure my data and connection is OFF and use a e-sim or pocket wifi to make sure I don't get any nasty bills
Hi there, I'm travelling to Osaka and Tokyo in May, I'm considering forwarding my bag from hotel to hotel, sometimes in almost each day, is it really possible?
you need to ask on the day and they will tell you the estimated time
One more thing: if you go in the summer, pack DEET, or get your Japanese Encephalitis shot. Not a problem in big cities but if you're spending lots of time in smaller outdoor cities it can literally save your life.
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🇯🇵 hey packing guy, is it possible to send luggage from one luggage drop off point to another one? I use Airbnb alot and would like to use the service, being able to pickup without a hotel would really help me
I'm looking into this.. prob yes but it might depend on luggage size
And do remember airbnb is not as much of a thing in Japan as in the west. Good luck. Also, with a lot of regular apartment landlords unwilling to rent to foreigners that may also apply to whatever short term market. Just saying its a smaller operation in Japan.
Bring a DJI pocket Osmo 3 as a good compliment to the phone 😉
If you already have one then yes,
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you mentioned that for shinkansen luggage travel - each passenger is allowed 2 pieces each weighing no more than 30kg and 160cm total .. is that 160cm total for both pieces or each piece ?
each :)
I mostly saw carry on size rolling luggage on the shinkansen regardless of whether the traveler was Japanese or foreign.
Looking to get a pocket WiFi, which website do you recommend for me to use? I seen japan wireless, not sure though
Sakura mobile always works well for me.
www.sakuramobile.jp/ninjamonkeyguy-top
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Do I really need to pack a plug converter? My plan is to buy it on the 1st day in Tokyo.
if you already have one I'd pack it
@@NinjaMonkeyguy I don't have any :) ...Leaving tomorrow! ...Also was wondering if some hotels have wall sockets with USB ?
If you have devices with two plugs, you'll be fine. They just don't have the third plug, like you would have with a laptop power cord.
I only brought the adapter that makes three prong plugs work as two prong and I didn't need anything country specific. I was able to use the same ones I use at home in the US for the same purpose.
not all but some do
Have you ever tried a Wash n Fold in Japan, or have you always budgeted some time after X Days?
When I took a Cruise from Long Beach to Mexico, I used a wash-and-fold service in San Diego and thought it was amazing. It was 20$ and saved me a lot of time, so I'm curious to know if I can replicate that during a three-week stay in Japan.
i tend to plan in laundry days which also help me slow down my pace!
hi ninja , do you think a pokemon card is a good small gift ?
to give to who?
@@NinjaMonkeyguy to waiter or nice hotel staff or any other nice people along the way ,
@@sasikredi I wouldnt worry about service staff, it might confuse them (since they are not used to it) and if giving a gift postcards from home are prob better than a pokemon card because they might not be into pokemon
@@NinjaMonkeyguy I have collected Pokémon cards we from Australia, we get them when we shop for groceries in the last month, I thought it will be unique in Japan
@sasikredi it’s up to you, I just think it might confuse the service stuff a little bit. However, if you do strike up a conversation with someone whilst you’re there maybe at a bar or on a train then absolutely do it
Holy crap I just searched this
Perfect perfect timing :)
@@NinjaMonkeyguy Thank you king 👑
Great information but your voice is competing with the background music.
I think it’s a good balance but I’ll work on that as an improvement in the future
yes i dont understand why there is backing music@@NinjaMonkeyguy
Aren't you the guy Abroad in Japan is copying?😮
Im the older twin
Was exactly thinking this
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UA-cam tells UA-camrs to use stupid thumbnails to grow their channels , and UA-camrs obey.
Obey or you shall be doomed! 😜
hmmm ... yet again, it is so silly,... why do you have 日の丸 ?! this is really strange! (^_^) ... anyway, regardless of season, always I carry てぬぐい or, at the very least, handkerchief but, for Winter, even though it makes me look old, haramaki ... for laundry, just go to the local laundromat ... for scent, I think yuzu scent is always welcome ... for coin purse, Kitamura is high quality and will last past when you die ...
Ive used some local laundromats too they are great and yes to Yuzu!
@@NinjaMonkeyguy I think Japan suburb are utterly depressing ... but I hate when my laundry flies away onto my neighbors below ... I really hate apologizing endlessly ...
Take a few items of clothing in a backpack, just hand luggage. Most hotels have washing facilities. Then you can travel easily. Buy a cheap suitcase in Don Quijote if you want to buy stuff to bring back in your last few days. Never understood people traveling with huge suitcases.
i travel with a big suitcase only because of content creation or else I'd do the same as you! (aklthough I'd never travel with a back pack and would prefer a smaller roll suitcase.. I'd hate having to open the bag to find the things at the bottom)
im trying to decide wether to take a suitcase for things i buy in japan, how much is a cheap suitcase in don quijote please?
@@NinjaMonkeyguy Yeah, that makes sense. This was more just a tip for those reading the comments. If your backpack has plenty of pockets, you can organise it so you're never having to dig to the bottom!;) Totally worth the convenience and ease of travel imo.
@@star-tingwithmyintuition3463 We bought ours in the DQ in Shinjuku, they've got a whole floor of suitcases. We bought ours for around 5000¥. And it's a big one, just a shitty material. You can find the cheap ones at the back of the room. Really worth doing as you can travel Japan without dragging it around.
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What is the official Japan weather forecasting website?
www.jma.go.jp/jma/en/menu.html
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