Packing Checklist — Japan 7/17/2027

Suggested

Chargers/Adapters

Device chargers and electrical adapters (and a converter if needed); portable charger/power bank

Clothing

Pack lightweight, quick-dry clothing that mixes and matches easily. Bring enough for about a week and plan to do laundry once. Layer strategically and check the weather and itinerary sections to be realistic about what you'll actually need.

Light windproof/waterproof jacket

Daypack

Small backpack to carry water, camera, and essentials while exploring

Walking shoes

One good pair of broken-in, comfortable, sturdy walking shoes is essential

Sport sandals or flip-flops

Water activities, hotel floors, or just to keep your feet cool and comfortable

Rain protection

Windproof rain jacket, poncho, or small travel umbrella

Modest clothing for religious/cultural sites

Modest clothing covering knees/shoulders" and a shawl/scarf for temple visits. Trip includes multiple shrine/temple stops (Zenkoji, Fushimi Inari, optional Meiji Shrine)

Sun protection

Sun block, sunglasses, hat

First Aid Kit

Including: lip balm with sunscreen, sunscreen, whistle, Aspirin, Ibuprofen, bandaids, tape, anti-histamines, antibacterial gel/wipes, antiseptic cream, Imodium or similar for mild cases of diarrhea, rehydration powder, water purification tablets or drops, insect repellent, sewing kit, extra prescription drugs you may be taking

Toiletries

Basic toiletries (some hotels may not provide all items, esp. conditioner); small amount of biodegradable soap for laundry

Optional

Light fleece top

For chilly airports, flights, nights, etc.

Swim items

Swimsuit, small quick-dry towel, slip-on sandals. The hotels do not have pools, but you may have an opportunity to swim in the Japan Sea at Hagi

Sleep accessories

Travel pillow, lightweight silk sleep sheet, earplugs

Organization aids

AirTags or Tile trackers, bag locks, packing cubes, ziplock bags

Money belt

Hand sanitizer/baby wipes

Flashlight or headlamp

Reusable water bottle

Snacks

Packing a few granola bars is a good idea; you can also buy snacks when you get there too, so don’t go crazy

Rehydration powder

Like Gatorade, Liquid IV or Nuun

Cooling Items

Portable/rechargeable misting fan, cooling towel

Documents

Passport

G Adventures voucher(s)

Entry Requirements

Any required visas, travel authorizations, vaccine certificates, etc.

Flight itinerary/boarding pass(es)

Cash and credit/debit card(s)

Travel insurance ID card

GEEO Classroom action plans for your group

This will be emailed to you a week before your trip