Packing for a 3-week trip to Japan, Korea, and Hawaii… with just ONE carry-on?! 😳
In this video, I’m breaking down everything I packed, what worked, what I regretted bringing, and what I wish I had. From beach days in Honolulu to chilly nights in Korea, I had to cover a huge range of climates and activities—all while keeping things light and manageable.
I’ll walk you through:
✅ The bag I used for this trip (spoiler: it was almost perfect)
✅ The must-have travel essentials I’d bring again
✅ The packing mistakes I made (so you don’t have to!)
✅ And, of course, the cool stuff I brought back!
If you’re into one-bag travel, smart packing, and travel gear, this one’s for you. And if you’re planning a trip in 2025, let me know in the comments—what’s your go-to travel setup?
#OneBagTravel #MinimalistPacking #JapanTravel #TravelGear #koreatravel #hawaiitravel
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📖 Chapters:
00:00 - Intro
00:55- Itinerary
01:42 - Why carry on only?
02:26 - The bags I brought
05:02 - What I brought
11:05 - Getting ready to pack
16:08 - Packing the bag
20:55 - Packing the sling
21:35 - What I could have left behind
25:19 - Kindles & gaming should be left behind
27:34 - What I am not bringing next time
28:55 - What I brought back
46:49 - Conclusion
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🎒 GEAR MENTIONED IN THIS VIDEO
*note, some of these are Amazon affiliate links. You will be directed to an Amazon page where I get a small commission off the sale at no cost to you! This is one way to help support the channel so I can keep making content like this 😌
👝 BAGS
Peak Design 45L Travel Bag: https://amzn.to/418G5Uk
Bellroy x Cardiology Chimera 6L Sling: Lululemon Everywhere Sling: https://amzn.to/3O7fPne
Peak Design packing cube: https://amzn.to/40DazOY
REI Big Haul Duffel: https://www.rei.com/product/235565/rei-co-op-big-haul-40-duffel
👩💻 TECH
Kindle Paperweight: https://amzn.to/3AXHEe3
Kindle Case: https://amzn.to/41qljBa
Sony WH-1000XM5: https://amzn.to/4gmL9Lf
MX Master 3 Mouse: https://amzn.to/4hSEusn
Anker 100W USB C Charger Block: https://amzn.to/3O6CBvb
Satechi Quatro Wireless Power Bank: https://amzn.to/4cOX3dS
MacBook Pro M2: https://amzn.to/3XbCyDo
SanDisk 2TB SSD: https://amzn.to/3CQtgWF
DJI Osmo Pocket 3 Creator Combo: https://amzn.to/418h6jY
Adaptor Charger from US to EU: https://amzn.to/3QtEy6d
GE 3-Outlet Power Strip Extension Cord: https://amzn.to/4hNv4Pj
Thunderbolt 4 Cable: https://amzn.to/4i60RdW
🧢 MISC
Hydrapak Flux 1L Water Bottle: https://amzn.to/3Z3ShG4
Travel Tote: https://amzn.to/3ABPfiQ
Actual Travel Tote: https://www.shupatto-usa.com/
Stasher Sandwich Bag: https://amzn.to/3YNcxtX
Hero Clip: https://amzn.to/3YJNE2A
Arc'teryx Atom Jacket: https://amzn.to/4gRhfxZ
PrAna Halle Pant: https://amzn.to/3CXIIQJ
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Eye Mask: https://amzn.to/4i8uJ9D
Exercise Bands: https://amzn.to/3Qu9qDy
Nipple Covers: https://amzn.to/437Vg2z
Locals Hawaii Unisex Original Flip Flops: https://amzn.to/4hKMHzd
Blundstone High Top Chelsea Boots: https://amzn.to/4hT83dW
Superfeet Insoles: https://amzn.to/4kcDFfS
🦷 Toiletries
Quick Dry Towel: https://amzn.to/40Em757
Matador Toiletry Bottles: https://amzn.to/40K6rx7
Matador FlatPak Pouch: https://www.matadorequipment.com/collections/toiletry-items-collection/products/flatpak-zipper-toiletry-case
2 Pack 3 Compartment Small Pill Box: https://amzn.to/41pRHDv
Bug Bite Thing: https://amzn.to/41bwFHn
Electric Toothbrush: https://amzn.to/41scvdC
Ultrasonic Retainer Cleaner: https://amzn.to/3D37Khd
🎁 WHAT I BOUGHT
Mintia Cold Smash Breath Mints: https://amzn.to/3BuRzII
Uniqlo Cashmere Sweater: https://www.uniqlo.com/us/en/products/E465734-000/00?colorDisplayCode=69&sizeDisplayCode=003
Mixsoon Korean Skincare: https://amzn.to/4i9VbzO
Nature Republic Face Mask: https://amzn.to/4gRr12X
Mystery Ranch District 2: https://amzn.to/4gSNxsc
Master-Piece Carabiner: https://shop.mspc.jp/products/02000?shpxid=400500a0-bad5-4cd7-9529-5a49ff345261
AS2OV Cordura Dobby 305D: https://as2ov.jp/collections/all-item/products/cordura-dobby-305d-expansion-daypack-khkai?_pos=16&_fid=55baf7633&_ss=c
TNF White Label Duffle: https://www.thenorthfacekorea.co.kr/product/NN2PQ52K
TNF White Label Mold Pouch: https://www.thenorthfacekorea.co.kr/product/NN2PQ73K
TNF Packable Tote: https://amzn.to/4i9OLk1
TNF Mini Pouch NN2PQ12J BLACK: https://www.ebay.com/itm/355768038008?chn=ps&google_free_listing_action=view_item&gQT=1
TNF Purple Label Mountain Wind Daypack: https://unexpected-store.com/products/the-north-face-purple-label-mountain-wind-day-pack
TIGORA Backpack Sling: https://store.alpen-group.jp/f/dsg-219172-