Is it necessary to wear a suitcase belt? Recommendations for each type.

Suitcase belts” are particularly common at airports in Japan. They are useful for marking your luggage and preventing it from popping out, but many people may wonder if they are really necessary. In this issue, we focus on “suitcase belts,” explaining their necessity and recommending products by type!

What is a suitcase belt?

As the name suggests, a suitcase belt is a belt that is wrapped around a suitcase (carry-on bag). Even if the lock of your suitcase is opened by some impact, the contents will not fly out if you have a suitcase belt wrapped around it, providing both privacy and security. It also serves as a landmark when coming out of the turnstile, making it easier to spot if you are using a suitcase in a standard color such as navy or silver. This is an indispensable item if you value the safety of your luggage.

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Is a suitcase belt necessary or unnecessary?

In addition to reinforcing locks, suitcase belts can also be used to prevent luggage theft and serve as a landmark. With all of these advantages, it seems absolutely necessary, but there are many who are opposed to the use of suitcase belts. In fact, many people around the world, especially Japanese, wear suitcase belts, and some say that wearing one makes you look Japanese and makes you an easy target. Many others say that it is unnecessary because it is a hassle to wrap the belt, and the belt itself is lost in some cases. Nevertheless, it is better to have a belt, although it is not a necessity, because it can make people think that it will take time to open as a security measure, or it can be used as a first aid kit in case the key is damaged.

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