Packing list · Japan
Japan packing list
What to pack for Japan in any month, from cherry blossom to the humid summer, with the reason for every item.
Tokyo monthly averages from weather2travel.
Japan in April
Clothing
- Light jacket9° evenings
- Long-sleeve layers
- Comfortable slip-on shoesShoes off indoors
- Socks without holesTemples & ryokan
- Compact umbrella16 days with rain
Everyday
- Small hand towelFew paper towels
- Coin purseLots of ¥100 coins
- Small bag for trashFew public bins
- Lip balm & hand creamDry air
Tech & documents
- PassportMust
- Plug adapterType A · 100V
- IC card (Suica / Pasmo)Trains & shops
- Power bankMaps all day
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Most forgotten
What people forget to pack for Japan
Socks without holes
You take your shoes off in temples, ryokan, some restaurants and fitting rooms. Slip-on shoes make it easier.
A small hand towel
Many public restrooms have no paper towels or dryers. Locals carry a small towel or handkerchief.
A coin purse
You collect a lot of ¥100 and ¥500 coins, and some small shops and shrines still prefer cash.
A bag for your trash
Public bins are rare, so you often carry your rubbish until you find one at a station or convenience store.
Questions
Japan packing, answered
Do I need a power adapter for Japan?
Japan uses Type A plugs (two flat pins) at 100V. Visitors from the US and Canada can usually plug in directly. From Europe, the UK or Australia you need an adapter; most phone and laptop chargers handle 100V.
What should I wear in Japan in summer?
Light, breathable clothes. Tokyo averages 29–31°C in July and August with high humidity. A small towel, a portable fan and an umbrella for sudden showers help a lot.
When is the rainy season in Japan?
In Tokyo it usually runs from early June to mid-July. Pack a light rain jacket and a compact umbrella, and shoes that cope with puddles.
Do I need cash in Japan?
Cards and IC cards like Suica work in most places now, but small restaurants, shrines and markets may still be cash only. Carry some yen and a coin purse.
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