The tech gear I packed for Japan

Plus: a handy file converter, AI travel hacks and CEATEC highlights

Konnichiwa from Japan!

I’m in Tokyo for CEATEC 2025 — think of it as Japan’s version of CES in Las Vegas.

I’ve been coming to this show off and on for about a decade, and I always enjoy visiting. It’s that mix of rich history and forward-thinking technology that makes Japan so fascinating.

I’ve got a lot packed into today’s newsletter — including the gear …