What+to+Take

**Have you thought about packing your bags?**
This will be space for you to share ideas on what to take. Add to the list, and if you have questions, either e-mail them to me or add them on this page in some appropriate way.

Luggage (see United Airlines info below):
 * a medium size bag that you can roll - this will be important for when we are moving from city to city (wheels = good!)
 * a smaller bag/backpack for when we are sightseeing - this is also the bag you will take with you on the plane

Camera:
 * digital camera with extra batteries or your recharger
 * USB connector to allow uploading of pictures (I'll organize them as we go)
 * memory card to allow plenty of pictures

Clothing:
 * comfortable shoes for a lot of walking
 * conservative, comfortable clothing for both plane trips and our sightseeing (jeans or shorts and nice t-shirts are okay)
 * several pairs of shorts and plenty of light, clean shirts
 * one set of nicer clothing (nice jeans without rips or wording and a solid-color polo shirt) for possible visit with monk in Tokyo
 * extra socks and underwear - it will be hot and humid most or all days
 * conservative pajamas for the youth hostel

Notebook and Pen or Pencil:
 * You will be required from time to time to sit back and write what you are experiencing. You will thank me for this at some point. 8^)

Other:
 * something to do on the plane (magazines, homework, sudoku or other puzzles)
 * medications (including a written description of what they are for and how they are administered that you give to me before we leave)
 * a small waist bag or similar for important documents (passport, rail pass, money, etc.)
 * a small umbrella (for both rain and sun, if you wish)
 * enough money for your shopping, approximately fifteen meals ($6-$10 each), and for several entrance fees (~$25); in all, I would suggest taking at least $300 with you (we'll change money when we arrive in Nagoya)

Questions:

Send questions to me via e-mail (rhurley@scusd.net).

This page will evolve as we get closer to our departure.

Below is from UA's site (go to home page, then information, then baggage):
 * Economy Class: **2 bags, maximum 50 pounds each**
 * Maximum linear dimensions of all bags: **62 inches (length + width + height) each**
 * **Each checked bag must have the name of the person traveling on the outside of the bag, and we recommend on the inside as well.**

Make sure you read the above knowing that there are two sets of concerns: the first is what United Airlines allows, and the second is what makes sense for our trip. See "Luggage" above for my advice on the latter.


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