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We rounded up the essentials youll want to bring to Japan no matter the season.

Japan Packing List

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Planning a trip to the Land of the Rising Sun?

Japan is a geographically diverse and truly stunning island.

The same goes for other toiletry items like toothbrushes, razors, toothpaste, and shower caps.

Everlane The Organic Cotton Box-Cut Tee

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However, pack yourfavorite pajamasif you’re more comfortable sleeping in your own set.

Here are the items wed recommend youdobring on your next trip to Japan.

Plus, it comes in tons of earthy colors making it easy to pair the top with any bottoms.

Maeve The Colette Cropped Wide-Leg Pants

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I love getting my boyfriend Vuori bottoms because they look much nicer than athletic shorts, too.

Columbia Men’s Glennaker Lake Rain Jacket

Traveling to Japan in June or July?

You’ll be doing a lot of walking as well.

Quince 100% Washable Silk Skirt

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Mushy, wet shoes are really uncomfortable so bringing anything waterproof will be very handy, Onishi advises.

These are my go-to sneakers for walking around every city, including a sprawling one like Tokyo.

It does rain a lot, he explains, especially in the summer and fall.

Everlane The Daytripper Shirtdress

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I personally bring a waterproof jacket plus an umbrella.

These Diff Eyewear sunnies have a chic chunky frame made with lightweight acetate and polarized lenses.

The shades also come in pink, green, and black shades, too.

Lands' End Waterproof Packable Raincoat

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For those who want a bit more storage capacity, the42L modelin the updated Allpa line is for you.

Its small yet spacious with two main compartments to fit enough outfits for a two-week trip.

In addition, Onishi explains the weather is dependent on the location as well.

Cuts AO Curve-Hem Tee

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Thinner, down jackets come in handy as well, Onishi shares.

You may end up needing to reserve a private onsen if you have large tattoos that cant be covered.

The currency used in Japan is called yen which consists of both paper cash and coins.

Bonobos Original Stretched Washed Chinos

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Vuori Meta Shorts

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Columbia Men’s Glennaker Lake Rain Jacket

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Naturalizer Morrison 2.0 Lace-Up Sneaker

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Kizik Men’s Lima

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Weatherman Travel Umbrella

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Stoney Clover Travel Pouch

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Cabeau The Neck’s Evolution S3 (TNE) Neck Pillow

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Diff Eyewear Allegra Sunglasses

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Cotopaxi Allpa 35L Travel Pack

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Monos Carry-On Pro

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Calpak Mini Clear Cosmetics Case

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Amazon Iioscre Small Sling Crossbody Bag

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