If you’re traveling to Japan during the winter, you may be concerned about what kind of clothing to bring with you.
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Instead of thinking bulky clothing, think layers. While it may be cold outdoors, when you go indoors at retail shops or on the train it will be very warm. Layers allow you to easily adjust to your comfort level by removing adding a layer or two. Tee shirts layered with fleece and then a light to moderate jacket is usually sufficient unless you are planning on doing outdoor winter activities like skiing.
Layers are also better for packing. Instead of packing a heavy coat that takes up a lot of precious luggage space, thin shirts that can be worn together take up much less room. You can also check out some of the outdoors type retailers for thin, lightweight shirts made of fabrics that will keep you warm.
If you are staying at a traditional ryuken, the heating will not be set too high. In this case, you may want to bring some thermal garments to keep you warm while you are enjoying your stay. They tend to be a bit drafty, so pack some thick socks (these also come in handy if you are planning to visit temples and other shrines, since you will need to remove your shoes) to keep your feet warm.
A good warm hat and some gloves will keep you happy outdoors. Fleece is always a good choice for a hat. You may be able to find some while you are there featuring some of your favorite anime faces like Kirara from Inuyasha. You can be fun and warm at the same time! Choose one that is small enough to take off and stick in a pocket when you go indoors.
