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.
@NinjaMonkeyguy6 ай бұрын
some great insights thanks :)
@lizpedroza99653 ай бұрын
Awesome tips
@FollowTheSunAustralia6 ай бұрын
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
@NinjaMonkeyguy6 ай бұрын
you indeed are a pro!
@joyjoyz7786 ай бұрын
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.
@NinjaMonkeyguy6 ай бұрын
it really is magic
@lizzypalmer42076 ай бұрын
ありがとう!! 🇯🇵 You're the first person I've seen recommend a whistle, and I appreciate that!
@NinjaMonkeyguy6 ай бұрын
Always worth thinking about these things
@wickedillusion666 ай бұрын
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
@towada10666 ай бұрын
@@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 (^_^)
@andreab.17225 ай бұрын
Dude just subjected himself to bad luck with that indoor opened umbrella to give us packing info. That's dedication!
@NinjaMonkeyguy5 ай бұрын
Yep! anything for the views haha
@kasumikat6 ай бұрын
This is such perfect timing, currently trying to pack for my Japan Tokyo trip tomorrow and i still feel so unprepared
@roro2k6 ай бұрын
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!
@NinjaMonkeyguy6 ай бұрын
hopefully you are now better prepared (plus check out the original video too)
@conniewatts23416 ай бұрын
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!
@NinjaMonkeyguy5 ай бұрын
Yay!
@TheRedValue6 ай бұрын
I always take two suitcases, one for clothes and one for Omiyage
@NinjaMonkeyguy6 ай бұрын
haha easy to do!
@nobodynothing000006 ай бұрын
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.
@NinjaMonkeyguy6 ай бұрын
it can also be the other way round.. they say rain and it will rain for 10 minutes only haha
@JochoPorocho6 ай бұрын
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!
@NinjaMonkeyguy6 ай бұрын
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.
@cyberxspeed6 ай бұрын
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.
@NinjaMonkeyguy6 ай бұрын
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 : kzbin.info/www/bejne/hXvKkIFqfKitg5Y
@JochoPorocho6 ай бұрын
Another great tip, as soon as I arrived to Narita, I went to the airport shower rentals and helped with the lengthy 15hr trip
@NinjaMonkeyguy6 ай бұрын
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
@wickedillusion666 ай бұрын
🇯🇵 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
@NinjaMonkeyguy6 ай бұрын
if you are into photography I totally get it!
@bobcoop89696 ай бұрын
My Iphone 15 promax is more than enough. ;)
@diamonddoom15386 ай бұрын
I shoot with my Sony Alpha and what lens to take is my concern when traveling
@santosbarrera5 ай бұрын
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.
@dwarfagp6 ай бұрын
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 🤣 ♨⛩🎌
@madmags246 ай бұрын
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.
@NinjaMonkeyguy6 ай бұрын
yes.. If you are tall or a larger size it's harder!
@shawnbell63926 ай бұрын
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.
@lizayasumatsu84666 ай бұрын
🇯🇵🇯🇵🇯🇵 going to Japan in June for the first time and very excited. Thank you for all your tips.
@markhirota6 ай бұрын
+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
@NinjaMonkeyguy6 ай бұрын
Yes.. water fountains can be hard to find i think (or maybe im just not looking)
@axios1016 ай бұрын
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)
@shawnbell63926 ай бұрын
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.
@NinjaMonkeyguy6 ай бұрын
as it's considered an 'airport' train there will also be many using it with luggage so no worries
@hime_ichi5 ай бұрын
Were going for 2 weeks, only gonna bring 3-4 outfits and so laundry or buy stuff.
@NinjaMonkeyguy5 ай бұрын
That sounds like a plan!
@johnnacke41345 ай бұрын
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
@NinjaMonkeyguy5 ай бұрын
If you can find waterpoof comfortable sneakers thats the way to go something like maybe Vessi
@psprog6 ай бұрын
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!
@shawnbell63926 ай бұрын
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.
@sachinmehta30176 ай бұрын
What is the official Japan weather forecasting website?
@aurorarose4886 ай бұрын
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.😊🇯🇵
@jsabri63246 ай бұрын
Have fun! Enjoy your trip!!!
@aurorarose4886 ай бұрын
Thankyou so much!🤗@@jsabri6324
@JapaneseJourney6 ай бұрын
Aren't you the guy Abroad in Japan is copying?😮
@NinjaMonkeyguy6 ай бұрын
Im the older twin
@johngo37156 ай бұрын
Was exactly thinking this
@Nelsea71906 ай бұрын
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
@NinjaMonkeyguy6 ай бұрын
roughly the same as what I do!
@jaredsharethealoha6 ай бұрын
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.
@NinjaMonkeyguy5 ай бұрын
Thanks for the info!
@starjen6 ай бұрын
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 😅
@NinjaMonkeyguy6 ай бұрын
yes me too!
@Alan121126 ай бұрын
🇯🇵 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
@NinjaMonkeyguy6 ай бұрын
I'm looking into this.. prob yes but it might depend on luggage size
@shawnbell63926 ай бұрын
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.
@voiful6 ай бұрын
Funny thing is I literally just started packing for Japan right now. This video is right on timeee lol
@NinjaMonkeyguy6 ай бұрын
My other video also has some good tips
@nathan30843 ай бұрын
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.
@NinjaMonkeyguy3 ай бұрын
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
@enidpolanco86276 ай бұрын
🇯🇵
@Meg-lm4tz4 ай бұрын
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.
@NinjaMonkeyguy3 ай бұрын
Ive only seen a few rare hotels that do this
@JimEmbury6 ай бұрын
Packing half of your partners clothes in each bag is a great tip! Thank you.
@NinjaMonkeyguy6 ай бұрын
100% if you do that and one bag is lost you're a winner!
@stormimileia6 ай бұрын
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.
@xm28955 ай бұрын
6:41 just to confirm, is the same plug that is used in USA?
@NinjaMonkeyguy5 ай бұрын
Yup USA plugs (2 prong)
@Tony_86 ай бұрын
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.
@mazzdacon21346 ай бұрын
Great information but your voice is competing with the background music.
@NinjaMonkeyguy6 ай бұрын
I think it’s a good balance but I’ll work on that as an improvement in the future
@star-tingwithmyintuition34636 ай бұрын
yes i dont understand why there is backing music@@NinjaMonkeyguy
@WeddingDocumentary6 ай бұрын
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.
@NinjaMonkeyguy5 ай бұрын
you'll already look out of place as a tourist so don't worry and do what works for you :)
@KevSarmiento3 ай бұрын
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.
@NinjaMonkeyguy3 ай бұрын
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
@KevSarmiento3 ай бұрын
@@NinjaMonkeyguy thanks!
@k241172k4 ай бұрын
another goood video for those like me to visit japan!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
@stormimileia6 ай бұрын
🇯🇵🇯🇵 thank you for the tips. Great advice! Heading to Japan for the first time in June 😊
@Cubs33445 ай бұрын
may I know where you get the weather forecast chart? which websites?
@NinjaMonkeyguy5 ай бұрын
Japan metrological website
@duncanbradshaw899317 күн бұрын
Can you buy clothes for tall people?
@NinjaMonkeyguy16 күн бұрын
generally no but, you can buy clothes for tall people in Japan, but options might be limited in regular stores. Specialty stores like Big & Tall, international brands (Uniqlo, H&M), and department stores often carry larger sizes sometimes needing to shop online. best to not rely on too much shopping
@andrewharris5136 ай бұрын
🇯🇵🇯🇵🇯🇵 Thank you for the tips. we are going to be there in April. 🇯🇵🇯🇵🇯🇵
@andyye15154 ай бұрын
6:00
@ThasmoFrost3 ай бұрын
🇯🇵
@lizpedroza99653 ай бұрын
🇯🇵
@sasikredi6 ай бұрын
hi ninja , do you think a pokemon card is a good small gift ?
@NinjaMonkeyguy6 ай бұрын
to give to who?
@sasikredi6 ай бұрын
@@NinjaMonkeyguy to waiter or nice hotel staff or any other nice people along the way ,
@NinjaMonkeyguy6 ай бұрын
@@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
@sasikredi6 ай бұрын
@@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
@NinjaMonkeyguy6 ай бұрын
@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
@sachinmehta30176 ай бұрын
What is the official Japan weather forecasting website?
@NinjaMonkeyguy6 ай бұрын
www.jma.go.jp/jma/en/menu.html
@steviewes81976 ай бұрын
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 🤘🏻✨🇯🇵
@NinjaMonkeyguy6 ай бұрын
great thanks
@samuelsalinas96074 ай бұрын
🇯🇵 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🇯🇵
@NinjaMonkeyguy4 ай бұрын
you sound well planned!
@atsaichu6 ай бұрын
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.
@NinjaMonkeyguy6 ай бұрын
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)
@tds65196 ай бұрын
🇯🇵 Thanks so much for your genius tips!
@kayleehealy84064 ай бұрын
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…….
@NinjaMonkeyguy4 ай бұрын
I usually carry my cabin bag inside of my main suitcase too!
@DeniseCampbell-g7l4 ай бұрын
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.
@NinjaMonkeyguy4 ай бұрын
sounds like a great trip though
@darrenweller96626 ай бұрын
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?
@NinjaMonkeyguy6 ай бұрын
you need to ask on the day and they will tell you the estimated time
@santosbarrera5 ай бұрын
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
@NinjaMonkeyguy5 ай бұрын
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!
@merhamajalali49406 ай бұрын
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☺️
@NinjaMonkeyguy5 ай бұрын
usually checked in luggage is fine (but check with the airline) alt. many places ship it to your address!
@Dangic236 ай бұрын
KZbin tells KZbinrs to use stupid thumbnails to grow their channels , and KZbinrs obey.
@NinjaMonkeyguy6 ай бұрын
Obey or you shall be doomed! 😜
@mg893-k4f6 ай бұрын
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 :)
@NinjaMonkeyguy5 ай бұрын
i suggest you look at the weatherforcast just before you leave to help you decide as even November was warmer than useual
@ThatGuy-mw8ms5 ай бұрын
This helpedme alot! I plan to fly over this June, and watching your video made me more relaxed! :)
@NinjaMonkeyguy5 ай бұрын
Great to hear! did you watch the original one with even more insights? kzbin.info/www/bejne/hXvKkIFqfKitg5Y
@jacquelinemendiola296 ай бұрын
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!!
@NinjaMonkeyguy5 ай бұрын
im so excited for you!
@198009106 ай бұрын
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.
@NinjaMonkeyguy6 ай бұрын
yes sometimes they even put it in your room!
@nieznanyx6 ай бұрын
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 ?
@NinjaMonkeyguy6 ай бұрын
each :)
@shawnbell63926 ай бұрын
I mostly saw carry on size rolling luggage on the shinkansen regardless of whether the traveler was Japanese or foreign.
@mattlancaster49216 ай бұрын
Holy crap I just searched this
@NinjaMonkeyguy6 ай бұрын
Perfect perfect timing :)
@mattlancaster49216 ай бұрын
@@NinjaMonkeyguy Thank you king 👑
@alexeydudkin93106 ай бұрын
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?
@NinjaMonkeyguy6 ай бұрын
the hotel will do it for you
@BernardMina6 ай бұрын
Bring a DJI pocket Osmo 3 as a good compliment to the phone 😉
@NinjaMonkeyguy6 ай бұрын
If you already have one then yes,
@Ryomou19806 ай бұрын
I’m glad that you mentioned the luggage scales, because I bought those last week and thought that they might come in handy.
@NinjaMonkeyguy6 ай бұрын
Awesome
@towada10666 ай бұрын
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 ...
@NinjaMonkeyguy6 ай бұрын
Ive used some local laundromats too they are great and yes to Yuzu!
@towada10666 ай бұрын
@@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 ...
@jimross76486 ай бұрын
🇯🇵 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.
@NinjaMonkeyguy6 ай бұрын
thanks Jim! and see you soon!
@xfuttex2 ай бұрын
Personally, I love traveling with a backpack. It makes it way easier to travel places, where you really can't roll with a suitcase (Going up and down staircases in metros, countryside, etc.) 😊
@NinjaMonkeyguy2 ай бұрын
If it works for you great, I have a hybrid system where I luggage forward to key places and carry a smaller bag to smaller towns
@xfuttex2 ай бұрын
@@NinjaMonkeyguy Oh, that is a great idea! Going to Japan in October, where I take a night in Hakone after Tokyo before traveling to Osaka. I'll 100% use that trick. Thank you! 😃
@clarisakakimoto6 ай бұрын
Thank you for nice info😊❤
@froglady43606 ай бұрын
Very useful information as usual 🇯🇵
@Retro_Jim6 ай бұрын
I'm leaving tomorrow for Japan, a very well time video!
@NinjaMonkeyguy6 ай бұрын
awesome have a great trip
@waldo13596 ай бұрын
Looking to get a pocket WiFi, which website do you recommend for me to use? I seen japan wireless, not sure though
@dragonzord66156 ай бұрын
Sakura mobile always works well for me.
@NinjaMonkeyguy6 ай бұрын
www.sakuramobile.jp/ninjamonkeyguy-top
@dittohead74256 ай бұрын
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.
@NinjaMonkeyguy6 ай бұрын
Yep for all the extra things you might bring back
@dittohead74256 ай бұрын
@@NinjaMonkeyguy you ever just mail them? That would be my plan.
@NinjaMonkeyguy6 ай бұрын
i dont i just put in my luggage
@gn12255 ай бұрын
🇯🇵 will give Japón tips a follow :)
@NinjaMonkeyguy5 ай бұрын
thanks.. I have a few more shorts I will be adding soon :)
@shmoni1236 ай бұрын
W video!
@backintheclay6 ай бұрын
Great and informative Video! 🎌🎌🎌
@NinjaMonkeyguy6 ай бұрын
thanks clay! Can't believe we miss each other
@maryludwig64076 ай бұрын
🇯🇵 Tanks for all the great content! It helps a lot for planning
@NinjaMonkeyguy6 ай бұрын
My pleasure!
@etherdog6 ай бұрын
Good tips, Nathan! Thanks 🇯🇵!
@NinjaMonkeyguy5 ай бұрын
Any time!
@reganlee96326 ай бұрын
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@jnavarro6896 ай бұрын
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@jonb18076 ай бұрын
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.
@NinjaMonkeyguy6 ай бұрын
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)
@star-tingwithmyintuition34636 ай бұрын
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?
@jonb18076 ай бұрын
@@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.
@jonb18076 ай бұрын
@@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.
@HowellsRus6 ай бұрын
Thank you 🇯🇵
@roseanakuczynski75885 ай бұрын
😊
@whatausee5 ай бұрын
Arigato🇯🇵gozaimasu🙏🏻
@NinjaMonkeyguy5 ай бұрын
you are very welcome. Happy packing!
@Liran-KM6 ай бұрын
🎌
@mimitin88202 ай бұрын
Can I take prescription ADHD medication to Japan?
@NinjaMonkeyguy2 ай бұрын
always check with the Ministry of health .. most prescribed drugs are fine but you need to check specific ones
@royaltree12046 ай бұрын
🎌
@rank18396 ай бұрын
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@abiashdown6 ай бұрын
🇯🇵 yay!
@saikagyaru6 ай бұрын
So usefulllll. Thanks for sharing
@NinjaMonkeyguy6 ай бұрын
im glad its helpful
@DJreeser6 ай бұрын
Do I really need to pack a plug converter? My plan is to buy it on the 1st day in Tokyo.
@NinjaMonkeyguy6 ай бұрын
if you already have one I'd pack it
@DJreeser6 ай бұрын
@@NinjaMonkeyguy I don't have any :) ...Leaving tomorrow! ...Also was wondering if some hotels have wall sockets with USB ?
@shawnbell63926 ай бұрын
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.
@NinjaMonkeyguy6 ай бұрын
not all but some do
@DJreeser6 ай бұрын
Ok lads, you convinced me. I still have a few hours before my trip begins and a local shop has the adapter. PS. I'm travelling from Ireland :)
@Tori696 ай бұрын
🎌You did say leave this 😁
@NinjaMonkeyguy6 ай бұрын
thanks!! you are awesome
@manwithnolife16 ай бұрын
As allways useful tips :).
@NinjaMonkeyguy6 ай бұрын
Glad you think so!
@wcisnijstart25 күн бұрын
Protip: If you have a big head bring your own hats. As a New Era size 8 wearer I found no caps that would fit my head in Japan.
@NinjaMonkeyguy25 күн бұрын
ooh that's interesting (i don't have a big head!)
@petiteHD6 ай бұрын
🇯🇵 🇯🇵 🇯🇵👌👌🙏🏻🧳✈️
@Cliffdog016 ай бұрын
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.
@NinjaMonkeyguy6 ай бұрын
i tend to plan in laundry days which also help me slow down my pace!