Packing List
Packing List
Overall the weather in Japan is moderately temperate with four distinct seasons of: Winter, Spring, Summer, and Autumn. In the winter (December to February), it is quite dry and it’s common for snowfall to happen in the northern regions. From March to May, Spring hits and the temperatures get warmer-cherry blossom time! Then in June, summer begins where the rainy season is more prevalent. Summer usually ends in August. Finally in Autumn (September to November) it cools down.
IMPORTANT:
Passport (MUST be valid 6 months after trip)
Personal medication. Note: Japan has very strict laws against many over the counter and prescription medication legal in the U.S. Please see below for more information on what medication is prohibited from entering Japan.
One refillable water bottle
Small backpack or day bag for daily excursions
Clothes (Spring/Summer):
Short-sleeved shirts
Raincoat (lightweight, water resistant)
A warm sweatshirt / fleece (it can get cool at night)
Gym / sportswear (for nature walks / service)
Undergarments & socks
Bathing suits (for hotel pools)
Shorts
Hiking or yoga pants
Hat & handkerchief / bandana
One pair of flip flops / closed-toed shoes
One pair of comfortable tennis/walking shoes (these are for day-to-day activities)
Clothes (Fall/Winter):
Comfortable long-sleeved shirts
Raincoat (lightweight, water resistant)
Heavy winter jacket with gloves and warm hat (for winter months)
Warm sweatshirts / fleece
Gym / sportswear (for nature walks / service)
Undergarments & socks
Bathing suits (for hotel pools)
Hiking or yoga pants
One pair of comfortable tennis/walking shoes (these are for day-to-day activities)
*Laundry service is not available during the trip. We advise that you should bring enough lightweight clothes to avoid having to do laundry during the trip.
Bath/ Personal:
Personal toiletries (soap & shampoo provided at hotels)
Other:
Sunscreen (for summer months)
Hand sanitizer
Sunglasses
Ear plugs
Portable charger (phone or camera)
Camera
Personal snacks
Books and/or magazines
Watch or small alarm
*Electrical outlets in Japan use 100 volt. Even though it’s lower than the voltage in the United States an electronic adaptor is not needed.
Bringing Over-the Counter Medicine and Prescriptions into Japan
CHECK BEFORE YOU GO, IT’S YOUR RESPONSIBILITY! Some medications are legal but only in limited quantities or with advance permission from the Japanese Government. Contact Japan’s Ministry of Health, Labour, and Welfare yakkan@mhlw.go.jp or visit https://is.gd/gUXdin.