← HenroBuff / neck gaiter
Light gloves
Merino wool socks (x5)
Moisture-wicking base layer tops (x3)
Rain jacket
Rain trousers
Sandals / camp shoes
Underwear (x4)
Walking shoes or trail runners
Walking trousers (x2)
Warm hat
Warm mid layer / fleece
Accommodation bookings
Cash (yen) — many temples are cash only
Emergency contact card
Japan Rail Pass (if applicable)
Passport
Travel insurance documents
Charging cables
Earphones
Phone
Portable charger (power bank)
Universal travel adapter
Waterproof phone case
Backpack (40-50L)
Backpack rain cover
Dry bags / pack liners
Gaiters
Headlamp + spare batteries
Microfibre towel
Packable daypack
Sleeping bag liner
Trekking poles
Water bottle (1L minimum)
Antidiarrheal tablets
Antihistamine
Athletic tape
Blister plasters (Compeed)
Ibuprofen
Insect repellent
Muscle pain cream
Prescription medications
Small first aid kit
Sunscreen
Earplugs (for shared dorms)
Hand sanitiser
Laundry detergent sheets
Lightweight notebook + pen
Lip balm
Snacks for long mountain stretches
Candles
Coin purse for offerings
Heart Sutra booklet
Incense sticks
Name slips (osamefuda)
Rosary beads (juzu)
Sedge hat (kasa)
Stamp book (nokyocho)
Walking staff (kongozue)
White vest (hakui)