A Malaysian man’s Japan travel prep has sparked debate online.
Instead of winter jackets or souvenirs, his entire luggage was filled with instant noodles and Malaysian food supplies.
The man shared photos of his packed luggage on social media, asking:
“Is this normal for 10 days of food in Japan? Feels like it’s a bit too much haha.”
In the photos, his suitcase was stuffed with packets of Maggi, instant noodles, sambal, snacks, and other dry food items.
One image showed the luggage fully packed with Malaysian food.
“Japan famous for ramen…”
The post quickly gained traction, with many netizens questioning why he would bring so much instant food to a country known for its cuisine.
One user wrote:
“But bringing that much instant noodles for a country that basically famous for their ramen is unnecessary I think.”
Another commented:
“When travelling to another country, eat and enjoy the cuisine there. Exploring the foreign culinary culture is one of the biggest reasons for travel abroad.”
Some also pointed out that Japan has significantly improved its halal food options in recent years, especially in cities like Tokyo, Osaka, and Kyoto.
Others defend him
However, not everyone agreed with the criticism.
Some defended the man, saying that everyone travels differently and may have their own reasons.
One netizen suggested that eating out in Japan can be expensive, and bringing food could help save money.
Another pointed out that halal food might still be difficult to find in certain areas, depending on where he is staying.
“The comments section could chill a bit. Everyone’s situation is different,” one user wrote.
There were also practical takes, with someone joking that half the food would likely be replaced by souvenirs by the end of the trip.
So… too much or just prepared?
While some see it as excessive, others view it as being prepared.
At the end of the day, whether you travel for food adventures or comfort meals from home is entirely up to you.
