I'm traveling from
Yes, pack a Type G adapter
Your Type A plugs won't fit outlets in the United Kingdom.
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You need something with Type G prongs on the wall side and a socket on the front that takes your Type A plugs.
Pack thisType G prongs on the wall side and a socket for your plugs on the front.
Its Type G prongs fit outlets in the United Kingdom, and your Type A plugs slot into the front.
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Slide-out prongs for most of the world, handy if this isn't your only trip.
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Home is 100V, the United Kingdom is 230V. Phone and laptop chargers marked "100-240V" work anywhere. Single-voltage gear like hair dryers and straighteners needs a converter, or a dual-voltage travel version.
Only for single-voltage gear like some hair tools. Phone and laptop chargers don't need one.
Only for single-voltage gear. Skip it if everything you pack says 100-240V.
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Everything to sort before you fly from Japan.
Small things that make long travel days easier, whichever outlet you end up next to.
Keeps your phone going on travel days. Carry it on; airlines ban power banks from checked bags.
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One dual-voltage charger for phone, laptop and watch, so you need one adapter.
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Hotel outlets are rarely next to the bed. Two metres reaches.
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NEMA 1-15
Your plugs, from Japan
BS 1363
Outlets in the United Kingdom
