Translation guide
A bag used for travel, such as a suitcase, carry-on, or overnight bag. Japanese has several words depending on size, style, and usage.
A bag used for traveling, typically larger and used for carrying clothes and personal items.
A smaller bag for short trips or an overnight stay.
Literally 'bag for one night's stay'. Natural way to refer to an overnight bag.
一泊用の鞄だけ持ってきた。
I only brought an overnight bag.
A traditional Japanese travel bag, often made of cloth or wicker.
General term for a travel bag. Can refer to suitcases, duffel bags, or any bag used for travel.
新しい旅行鞄を買いました。
I bought a new traveling bag.
Specifically a suitcase, often with wheels and a handle. Very common for air travel.
スーツケースに荷物を詰めました。
I packed my suitcase.
A carry-on bag or small wheeled suitcase. Often used for short trips or as hand luggage.
キャリーバッグだけで旅行に行きます。
I'm traveling with just a carry-on bag.
A duffel bag or Boston bag, often used for overnight trips or as a sports bag.
ボストンバッグに着替えを入れました。
I put a change of clothes in the duffel bag.
Bag for a short trip. Slightly more formal than 一泊用の鞄.
小旅行用の鞄を準備しています。
I'm preparing a bag for a short trip.
A bundle wrapped in a furoshiki cloth, traditionally used for carrying items during travel.
昔は風呂敷包みで旅をした。
In the old days, people traveled with furoshiki bundles.
A traditional wicker trunk or basket used for travel. Rarely used today except in historical contexts.
行李に衣類を詰めて旅に出た。
They set out on a journey with clothes packed in a wicker trunk.