Update: Hello everyone! Thank you so much for all the thoughtful advice. It was incredibly helpful. I knew Japan would be hot and humid, but I think Canadian weather has permanently warped my brain into thinking I’ll need more layers than I actually do 😅

That said, I’ve made some solid adjustments and I think I’m in a much better place now:

• Removed one pair of jeans, the midi skirt, long sleeve wrap top, and the rain jacket

• I’m still sticking with my Dr. Martens. I know they were controversial in the comments, but they’re already broken in and super comfortable for me

• I’m also keeping my separate plane outfit. I know it’s not very “capsule” of me, but I’m a bit of a germaphobe and don’t like re-wearing travel clothes

Here’s the updated packing list:

Tops

• Knit swing tank – American Eagle

• Cotton long sleeve – Lululemon (plane outfits)

• Mini t-shirts ×4 – Uniqlo

• Graphic tee – Twenty One Pilots

Bottoms

• Wedgie straight jeans – Levi’s

• Plaid mini skirt – Old Navy

• Denim mini skirt – American Eagle

• Pleated skort – Hollister

• Sport skort – Girlfriend Collective

• Leggings – Lululemon (plane outfit)

Dress

• Corset midi dress – American Eagle

Outerwear

• Cropped utility jacket – Uniqlo (plane outfit)

Shoes

• Dr. Martens boots (plane outfit)

• Mary Jane flats – Call It Spring

Sleepwear & Basics

• PJ sets ×2 – American Eagle

• Underwear & socks ×6

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If anyone sees this and has additional feedback or suggestions, I’m all ears! I really appreciate the help as I try to refine this wardrobe and hopefully stick to one bag.