When getting ready for an overseas trip, having just a few handy accessories can make your journey much more comfortable and convenient! In this blog, we’re introducing some practical travel gear that’s perfect for your upcoming summer or holiday adventures. Let’s take a look and see which ones might be a great fit for you!

1 Imabari Towel “soto”

If you’ve ever traveled to Japan, chances are you’ve heard of Imabari Towels（今治タオル）. With a history of over 95 years, this trusted brand has released the “soto” series—towels specially designed for travel, sports, camping, and other outdoor activities.

What makes soto stand out is its use of a unique double-layered fiber structure that offers excellent water absorbency and quick-drying performance. It’s lightweight and easy to carry—perfect for travel. The towel comes with a handy elastic strap so you can roll it up neatly after use—saving space in your backpack or suitcase.

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Product Name: Imabari Towel “soto”（soto（ソト））
Shop: HART WELL TOWEL FACTORY
Price: JPY 1,320 Each
Website: https://hartwell.co.jp/

2 Cooling Pad for Backpacks

When traveling in summer or carrying a backpack for long periods, it’s easy for your back to feel hot and sweaty. That’s when a cooling pad for backpacks becomes incredibly useful! 

This particular pad uses PCM (Phase Change Material), originally developed for astronauts. It helps maintain a stable temperature as the surroundings heat up and naturally cools down below 28°C—no refrigeration or power needed—making it an energy-efficient and travel-friendly option.

Designed with 24 individual cooling cells, it conforms to the shape of your back, helping to reduce heat and sweat buildup between you and your backpack. Weighing just about 200g, it’s lightweight, foldable, and easy to pack—perfect for travel, hiking, or long rides on public transportation.

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Product Name: Cooling Pad for Backpacks（リュック用冷感パッド）
Shop: Tansu no gen
Price: JPY 3,333　
Website: https://www.tansu-gen.jp/

3 Cable-Style Charging Lanyard

When you're traveling or on a business trip, it's easy to forget small essentials—especially your charging cable or phone lanyard. This 2-in-1 charging lanyard solves that problem perfectly!

It works as a phone lanyard when worn around your neck, keeping your phone secure while you're on the go. Equipped with a USB Type-C connector that supports reversible insertion, it's easy and convenient to use. When you need to charge, simply plug it into a power bank and it becomes a charging cable—no need to pack both separately, which helps lighten your load.

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Product Name: P-STHH1CC08BK / P-STHH1CC08BK2 / P-STHH1CC08GN / P-STHH1CC08YL
Shop: elecom
Price: JPY 2,180 Each
Website: https://shop.elecom.co.jp/

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Product Name: P-STSDH1CC08BK / P-STSDH1CC08BK2 / P-STSDH1CC08GN / P-STSDH1CC08YL
Shop: elecom

Price: JPY 2,580 Each
Website: https://shop.elecom.co.jp/

4 Waterproof Storage Pouch

Whether you’re heading to the beach, camping outdoors, or traveling abroad, rainy days can always make you worry about your valuables getting wet. This waterproof storage pouch offers excellent protection, withstanding immersion up to 1.5 meters deep for 30 minutes, so you can use it confidently in any situation.

Its perfectly sized design fits your phone, earphones, charging cables, passport, and other essentials. Beyond its strong waterproof ability, the pouch features a wide base that allows it to stand upright, making it more stable and convenient to use.

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Product Name: Waterproof Storage Pouch（ミズアソビPlus）
Shop: Amazon Japan
Price: S - JPY 1,780, L - JPY 1,980
Website: https://www.amazon.co.jp/

5 JINS × Snow Peak Collaborative Functional Sunglasses

JINS has teamed up with renowned outdoor brand Snow Peak to create a stylish yet highly functional sunglasses collection designed specifically for outdoor use. These sunglasses feature reinforced durability to withstand harsh environments, so you can focus on your adventures without worry.

One standout feature is the special hinge design that allows flexible movement up, down, left, and right, making the frames tough enough for hiking, sports, and other active pursuits.

The collection includes 4 frame styles with a total of 10 options, perfect for both everyday wear and professional outdoor activities. The “JINS × Snow Peak JINS Switch Flip Up +360°” model features a convenient one-handed flip-up lens mechanism, allowing you to easily switch between regular glasses and sunglasses — ideal for quickly adapting to changing light conditions outdoors.

Lens options include polarized, driving, and high-contrast versions, letting you choose according to your needs. Each pair comes with a shoulder-strap carrying case and a Snow Peak-branded cleaning cloth, combining convenience with sleek design.

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Product Name: JINS×Snow Peak
Shop: JINS
Price: JPY 13,900 ~ 29,900 ※Price varies depending on design 
Website: https://www.jins.com/jp/collabo/snowpeak/
※Release Date: July 10, 2025

6 Slim Wallet 

This multifunctional Slim Wallet is only 8mm thick and can hold up to 12 cards. It also features three long compartments perfect for bills, boarding passes, receipts, and more—without folding your cash, keeping everything neat and organized. Whether placed in a suit’s inner pocket or a mini bag, it won’t create bulk, making it ideal for business professionals or light travelers.

Notably, the wallet is crafted from vegetable-tanned cowhide by the renowned Japanese “Tochigi Leather (栃木皮革).” Over time, the leather naturally develops a unique patina, enhancing its character and durability.

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Product Name: Slim Wallet（Slim Wallet 「薄い長財布 8mm 栃木レザーBASIC キャメル」超薄型 長財布）
Shop: quatrogats
Price: 22,000
Website: https://quatrogats.com/