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The vermilion torii path at Fushimi Inari in Kyoto

Destination kit

Japan, a long stay. 100 volts.

Any season · 1–3 months · 17 items

Kyoto, Japan · Photo: Basile Morin · CC BY-SA 4.0

17 items · 7 to buy

$473.99 + 2 on Amazonfor the 7 pieces you need

  • +4

Your US plug already fits. Do not pack a US-only hair dryer. Most visa-free stays top out at 90 days, so check yours before you book. Pack what is annoying to replace the first week.

  • Curated for Japan, Any season
  • 2 pieces on Amazon · $473.99 on brand sites

Required8

Tick I have this on anything you already own. Unticked rows still need to be bought or packed.

  1. Japan restricts some common US meds, including stimulant ADHD prescriptions. Check the import rules before you fly and carry the paper script.
    Pack from home

Nice to have7

Tick I have this if you already own it. Add remaining items to your bag.

Insurance and an eSIM

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  1. Recommended

    A long stay is medical plus evacuation. Check whether your health plan or credit card covers you abroad for the full stay; many do not.

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  2. Recommended

    A GoAbroad eSIM is on before you try to set up Suica. A tourist counter SIM is built for seven days, not three months.

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