"Bring a Japanese Dictionary and a travel book!%" Knowledge Tip by joiwatani

Luggage and bags: Make sure to get a small pocket Japanese-English dictionary if you are travelling in Japan. Most of the people living in the province or the outskirts of Japan don't speak English at all!

The map is also a good thing to pack. If you don't have any, it is best to stop at any Information Center. Most of the guides at the Info Center can speak English and the maps are free!

Clothing/Shoes/Weather Gear: Bring jackets in Fall and Winter time

Toiletries and Medical Supplies: There are many stores in Japan that sells toiletries. There are convenience stores.

Photo Equipment: Bring a small one. The Sony Cybershoot is really great but make sure to bring your battery charger and have the converter, too.

Camping/Beach/Outdoor Gear: Not applicable

Miscellaneous: Not sure.