Pre-Departure Checklist

Purpose

Track practical prep for the family trip.

When to Use

Use this before departure and before major transfer days.

Checklist

  • Save flight, lodging, and Smart EX screenshots offline on at least two phones.
  • Prepare allergy phrasing/card if any family-specific allergy needs to be shown at restaurants.
  • Measure checked bags if any Shinkansen booking changes are made.
  • Confirm family July 3 airport transfer once the airport is known.

Completed

  • Visit Japan Web is complete.
  • IC-card plan is set: two iPhone users have Suica in Apple Wallet; Justin and the other Android user will get physical Suica cards at a convenience store.
  • Backup payment cards are accessible.
  • Holafly Asia-region eSIMs are installed and ready for the group.
  • No controlled medication or special medication import work is needed; only generic vitamins are being carried.

Gotchas

  • Do not rely on cellular data for QR tickets or booking PDFs.
  • Do not assume old IC-card shortage guidance is current.