Comments on: My Travel Bag Philosophy – An Evolutionary Journey

By: Cyril

Cyril — Mon, 15 Sep 2008 23:08:15 +0000

I made the mistake of going with too much stuff for one month travel in japan.
it was too much, there is almost no place in hotel, in train, … to have a big bag.
I had to buy another bag in Tokyo to take every I bought im Japan home (mostly book, heavy !)

For my next trip, go light, think like a japanese, reserve the space for the omyage (present) you are going to take home in your bag !

There is so much stuff over there, so much goodies, present, stuff you can only find there, and book, lots of books (learning japanese book).

By: Chris

Chris — Wed, 11 Jun 2008 19:39:52 +0000

Hi Carlie, I managed to get my article on packing finished. It may or may not be of use to you. The rucksack I used sounds like what you’re looking for.

http://www.nihongonotes.com/2008/06/11/packing-for-japan/

By: Chris

Chris — Fri, 06 Jun 2008 09:15:05 +0000

I just returned from a 2 week tour of Japan so if you have any questions feel free to ask me. I’m currently putting together a blog article about packing which might be of use to you.

It was the best thing I’ve ever done and my Japanese study has now gone into overdrive Already planning a way back, be it another holiday or a complete move… :O

By: GoddessCarlie

GoddessCarlie — Fri, 30 May 2008 11:54:32 +0000

Thanks for the advice Skye!

By: Skye

Skye — Sun, 25 May 2008 06:03:38 +0000

I know how you feel – I constantly fight a (losing) battle between being able to lift my bags and packing everything I need.

I know if won’t help you until you’re through customs, but if you know the address of where you’re going in Japan, you can send any luggage on by delivery service. I use this all the time in Japan (they’ll even come to your house to pick things up!) and it is amazing.

Good luck planning.