Packing Checklist - Japan Trip 2026

📋 Documents & Essentials 0/7

Passports (all 9 people)

Travel insurance documents

Flight confirmations (Narita/Haneda)

Hotel reservation confirmations

JR Pass (if purchased)

Credit cards & cash (~¥100k emergency stash)

Vaccination records (if needed)

👕 Clothing (Layer for Spring!) 0/12

🌸 Late March/early April = 10-20°C. Pack layers! Bring a light jacket for mornings/evenings.

T-shirts/casual tops (5-6 per person)

Long-sleeve shirts (2-3 per person)

Light jacket or cardigan (essential!)

Jeans/trousers (2 per person)

Comfortable walking shorts (1-2 per person)

Underwear (7 days worth — wash in hotels)

Socks (8-10 pairs per person)

Comfortable walking shoes (broken in!)

Casual shoes/sandals

Sleepwear/pajamas

Lightweight scarf or shawl

Swimsuit (if planning hot spring/onsen)

🧴 Toiletries & Personal Care 0/11

Toothbrush & toothpaste (or use hotel)

Deodorant

Shampoo/conditioner (hotel usually provides)

Face wash & moisturizer

Sunscreen (SPF 30+)

Medications (prescription + over-the-counter)

Allergy medicine/antihistamines

Pain relievers (ibuprofen, acetaminophen)

Hair products (brush, styling)

Glasses/contacts + solution

🔌 Electronics & Power 0/8

Phones & chargers (USB-C/Lightning)

Power bank (essential for long days!)

Japan plug adapter (Type A - 2 flat prongs)

Camera + charger/memory card (optional)

Laptop/tablet + charger (optional)

Earbuds/headphones

Pocket WiFi or SIM card (book in advance)

Travel clock or watch (optional)

👶 Kids Essentials (5yo & 2yo) 0/13

Diapers (2yo) - bring enough for arrival + extras

Baby wipes

Pull-ups/training pants (if needed)

Formula/milk (if needed) + bottles

Snacks (familiar comfort foods)

Small toys/entertainment (flights, trains)

Kids' medications (fever reducers, cold medicine)

Lightweight clothing (kids get cold/warm easily)

Extra socks & underwear (for accidents)

Comfortable shoes (must be broken in!)

Rain jacket/poncho (easy to pack)

Stroller cover/rain cover (if bringing stroller)

Backpack/small bag for kids' belongings

🇯🇵 Japan-Specific Items 0/7

Slip-on shoes (temples require shoe removal)

Small towel or handkerchief (bathrooms rarely have dryers)

Coins pouch (lots of coin transactions)

Lightweight bag for day trips (rucksack)

Reusable water bottle (refill at convenience stores)

Umbrella (cherry blossom season can be rainy)

Google Translate offline (download language pack)

⭐ Optional/Nice-to-Have 0/6

Travel pillow (long flights)

Sleep mask & earplugs

Journal/pen (memory keeping)

Small gifts from home (for guides/hosts)

Portable laundry detergent (quick wash)

Noise-canceling headphones

🌸 Japan Trip 2026

🎒 Packing Checklist