JAPAN One Bag Travel Packing List with NEW Cotopaxi Allpa 28L Backpack

[@KenshoQuest]

What will you pack for Japan? I appreciate the commissions I earn when you shop Cotopaxi through my affiliate link geni.us/CotopaxiAllpa28L

[@jmunnie00]

This was so incredibly thorough! I really appreciate the attention to detail in all of the videos on your channel. Just to add: Every hotel and apartment-hotel that I've stayed at in Japan offered free toiletries for the taking either in the room or at the front desk. They always had toothbrushes with toothpaste, and then some combination of razors, body towels (aka mesh disposable washcloths), foldable hair brushes (like the one you demo'd), etc. Sometimes they didn't have a specific kind of toiletry but at least always toothbrushes and toothpaste, so if you want to save space you could skip packing those items. They only exception was when I stayed at a hostel - in that place I had to request the toiletries at the front desk. Also, every place (except the hostel) had full size bottles of shampoo, conditioner, body wash, and foaming face and hand wash. So again you might be willing to leave yours at home. About half of the places I stayed had lounge wear / pajamas / yukatas available for free in the room, so if you are close to Japanese size in your clothing you can probably get away with only packing one pair of pjs from home (which is what I did).

[@KenshoQuest]

Thanks for sharing! We've had similar experience with hotels providing quite a few toiletries. I'd say at the bare minimum to at least bring deodorant, as hotels don't provide it and stores aren't likely to carry the same selection.

[@TheKelly1925]

I've been traveling to Europe for over 25 years and I now just use the backpack about the same size as the one featured in this video This is the best what pack travel KZbin I have ever seen

[@KenshoQuest]

Thanks! What are the most important items you pack in your backpack?

[@missitatum9025]

Wow you got a lot in that smaller bag! Great video. I love that the packing cubes go the full width but only take up 1/3 of the side. Best Cotopaxi packing video I’ve seen. Thanks for sharing. Safe travels✈

[@KenshoQuest]

Thank you! I was pleasantly surprised with how much the 28L can fit. It holds almost as much as my small carry-on suitcase. And I really like the organization it provides. 🌸 Heidi

[@Nikam98]

This is the first video of yours I’ve watched. I love it. Thank you so much for posting, I will be subscribing 😍🙌

[@KenshoQuest]

Welcome!

[@supernatural9r406]

I arrived to japan 2 days ago. I love it

[@KenshoQuest]

Have fun!

[@godschoiceappiahadjei7450]

Please were you asked how much money you are holding at the airpprt when travelling?

[@AnnieGill7]

Nice video! Smartly done. You explain everything. Loved it!

[@KenshoQuest]

Thank you! Are you packing for Japan?

[@azuradream]

Very informative, I love the video. Thanks for sharing!😍💕✨

[@KenshoQuest]

You're welcome! Are you packing backpack-only?

[@DD654-jx9kl]

I have the previous version, and I love my Cotopaxi, is one of my favorite travel gear ❤

[@KenshoQuest]

It's a great bag!

[@korntron]

9 lb. with laptop impressive! My 35L Pakt starts at 5 lb. + 3 lb. laptop alone. Used zip locks to drop weight of organizer bags and still came in at 15 lb. Great vid. I will be rethinking my packing strategy.

[@KenshoQuest]

That was 9kg (20 lbs) with laptop. Looks like I forgot to put the conversion to pounds on the screen. Sorry for the confusion! I switched units between weighing the bag empty and weighing it packed.

[@sandygarcia1563]

This is the best packing video I have seen to date.😺

[@KenshoQuest]

Thank you! Are you packing for Japan?

[@sandygarcia1563]

@@KenshoQuest Travelled to Japan back in January and absolutely loved it. Hoping to return again soon. Your video really stood out because it is "real packing" & also addressed the issue of weight (which hardly anybody else does). Well done!

[@mayjones7790]

Thank you! Just in time!

[@elcee8]

OMG I literally just got this Cotopaxi backpack for my trip to Japan in November!

[@KenshoQuest]

Awesome! Have you tried test packing it yet?

[@elcee8]

@@KenshoQuest I actually used it for a one night stay cat sitting for a friend (that’s very easy I guess-no packing challenges there). i really love the clamshell opening. I love it just overall actually.

[@KenshoQuest]

@@elcee8 That's good to hear!

[@ChanSylvia]

Love this video! So detailed and you are so neat! ❤

[@KenshoQuest]

Thank you! Are you packing for Japan?

[@ChanSylvia]

@@KenshoQuest I'm packing for Thailand for my next trip. Considering the 28L allpa and your video is so useful!

[@KenshoQuest]

@@ChanSylvia Nice! We love Thailand. Have a wonderful trip.

[@SelfMadeThousandaire]

Amazingly detailed, thanks!

[@KenshoQuest]

You're welcome! Are you planning to pack backpack-only?

[@SelfMadeThousandaire]

@@KenshoQuest My son and I are visiting Japan for 8 days in November. I'd am trying to see if I could condense down to just a backpack. I'm ordering the one from your video.

[@KenshoQuest]

@@SelfMadeThousandaire Best of luck! Have a wonderful time in Japan.

[@deg3363]

Thank YOU! Wonderful 😊

[@KenshoQuest]

You're welcome!

[@girlmamareviews]

Loved your video! Where did you get that fold up shopping bag? It’s a good idea and very cute

[@KenshoQuest]

It's a Shupatto bag! I bought a bunch in Japan at Don Quijote and Bic Camera. They are also on Amazon: amzn.to/4cX8eRV 🌸 Heidi

[@CKology]

Super well organise!

[@KenshoQuest]

Thank you! 😊

[@thisiswilson]

We have the same foldout bag :)

[@KenshoQuest]

It's my favorite!

[@taylormayd]

Love the video, thanks for sharing! Where did you get your little lightweight pouches from to hold your toiletries, etc? I often only find stiff make up and toiletry bags but am looking for lightweight packing pouches as you've shown.

[@KenshoQuest]

Hi! The small little pouches are the Simple Pouch by Thirsties. They are available here: www.greenmountaindiapers.com/collections/thirsties/products/thirsties-simple-pouch The pouch I put my main toiletries in is the Wet/Dry Travel Bag by Planet Wise (9.5"x5"). I don't think they make it anymore. Unfortunately, a lot of USA manufacturers have been pushed out of the marketplace. I also have the Flat Pouch and Toiletries Pouch by Canvelle. Here's my affiliate link: geni.us/canvelle and you can save 15% with KENSHOQUEST15 🌸 Heidi

[@petitcoeur-q6r]

Very helpful - will you be doing a winter edition?

[@KenshoQuest]

Here are the clothes I packed for our most recent winter trip to Hokkaido Japan: kzbin.info/www/bejne/o4e8nKuOi7Gkiqc And our video on what to pack and wear for each season in Tokyo: kzbin.info/www/bejne/fKiXlGp8d9-ka7s

[@petitcoeur-q6r]

@@KenshoQuest thanks 🙂

[@AtmosJourney]

Very informative packing video. At 10kg with your laptop you would have a challenge to board Asia’s notorious low cost flight because the weight limit is 7kg only. Thanks for sharing 😊

[@KenshoQuest]

Luckily I’m packing for Japan, and both Japan Airlines and All Nippon Airways allow 10kg carry-on per person. It’s been years since we flew AirAsia. To pack within 7kg I’d start with a lighter backpack and consider switching to a lighter laptop. Otherwise, I’d have to sacrifice too many other items.

[@AtmosJourney]

@@KenshoQuest absolutely right. There’s always pro and con for a one bag travel lifestyle. If we decides to choose lightweight travel, then we must be willing to make sacrifices for minimum items we bring along in our travels.

[@joycer7]

Omg thank you for this video! 😊 extremely helpful! I was going to use this as a personal item along with my carry on luggage. Is that possibly not a good idea due to how big it is and potentially how heavy it can get?

[@KenshoQuest]

Hi. Now that I've tried packing it, I realize it's pretty close in size to a carry-on bag. If you pack both bags full, they will likely be way over 10kg (22 lbs) total. If the airline staff weighs your bags they'll probably ask you to check in the carry-on suitcase. But, they also might not weigh your bags...

[@joycer7]

Sounds good, thank you! I’ll just pack as if I’m checking in my carry on luggage. 😊 just in case.

[@blakepatton9747]

Great descriptions in the video! I spent two weeks in Japan this summer. Would this bag fit under seat? I am looking for a great personal item option.

[@KenshoQuest]

I think it would fit under the seat on most airplanes, but I haven't tried it yet.

[@godschoiceappiahadjei7450]

Good job . Pleasse when travelling do ask for how much money you are holding at hand at the airport?

[@KenshoQuest]

I'm sorry, what is your question? If you bring 1 million Yen or more into Japan, you must declare it to Customs. Rather than brining Yen with us to Japan, I withdraw 50,000 Yen from the ATM at the airport. Here is our separate video about money and payments in Japan: kzbin.info/www/bejne/h3y7aZKDqNqMfLc

[@floagudelo184]

Helpful video. Would this backpack fit in the storage area under the airplane seat?

[@KenshoQuest]

I haven't taken it on a flight yet, but I think it would fit under the seat in front of me on many airplanes. The dimensions of the 28L are 19in x 12in x 9in (48 x 30 x 23cm).

[@jbowerdel]

Where can I get the powder shampoo and body wash?

[@KenshoQuest]

It's available on Amazon (affiliate link): amzn.to/3TodU0y or through their website www.thepowdershampoo.com/. They are based in Singapore.

[@davi75668]

Zipair has a 7kg limit

[@KenshoQuest]

I show both 7kg and 9kg versions in the video. Once I add my laptop it pushes it over 7kg.

[@udayshome1793]

Your prescription glasses, which brand are they?

[@KenshoQuest]

My prescription glasses are by OWNDAYS, which is a Tokyo-based brand. There are many store locations in Japan and Asia.

[@ellyloves748]

I suppose you not bringing anything back from Japan then!

[@KenshoQuest]

It’s easy to buy a suitcase in Japan to bring home souvenirs, or even check-in a box on the way back.