ANA’s cabin baggage rules are refreshingly straightforward: you get one carry-on for the overhead bin and one personal item for under the seat, as long as you stay within the published size and weight limits. If you pack to ANA’s numbers (especially the 10 kg total weight cap), you’ll generally avoid last-minute repacking at the gate.
For quick cross-airline comparisons, you can reference my airline carry-on luggage rules guide.
ANA carry-on rules at a glance
- Carry-on allowance: 1 carry-on + 1 personal item
- Carry-on size: 55 × 40 × 25 cm (total linear dimensions ≤ 115 cm)
- Carry-on weight: Total weight of carry-on baggage 10 kg or less
- Personal item: Must be small enough to store under the seat in front of you
ANA carry-on size limit
Size: 55 × 40 × 25 cm (includes wheels and handle)
ANA also frames this as 115 cm total when you add length + width + height.
ANA personal item rules
ANA allows one personal belonging in addition to your carry-on, but it must be stowable under the seat in front of you (think handbag, small backpack, laptop bag).
ANA carry-on weight limit
Weight: Total weight of carry-on baggage must be 10 kg or less.
Practically, this is the rule that catches people—especially with heavier tech, shoes, and toiletries—so it’s worth weighing your bag at home.
ANA Carry-On Weight Limit
ANA limits your carry on baggage weight to no more than 22 lbs. (10 kg), including both your carry on bag and your one personal item.
Recommended Carry-On Bag for ANA
If you’re looking for a great carry-on bag when flying ANA, I recommend the Travelpro Maxlite 5 Expandable Spinner. I have used this carry-on for years on many airlines, including ANA.
Below is a picture of the Travelpro Maxlite fitting easily in the overhead bin on an ANA flight I took from Tokyo to Houston.
It’s durable, reasonably priced, and holds everything I need for shorter trips. Plus the spinner wheels make it very easy to get through the airport quickly.
This carry-on bag has been sizer bin tested to accommodate overhead bin space on most major US airlines.
Case Dimensions:
- H: 21 in. W: 14 in. D: 9 in.
Note: If fully expanded it may not meet overhead bin size limits, so be careful to not overpack.
Your personal item must be stored under the seat in front of you.
ANA Carry-On Liquids Policy
The rules for carry-on liquids are set by the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO), not by the airline. ANA doesn’t have their own specific Liquids Policy, they just enforce the rules and policies of the ICAO.
However, here are some tips ANA specifically provides regarding liquids and liquid size limits:
- All liquids, aerosols, and gels (LAG’s), must be carried in containers with a capacity no larger than 100 ml (3.4 ounces) each. Liquids in containers with a capacity of more than 100 ml even if the content is less than 100 ml are also not permitted to be carried on and must be placed in the checked baggage. This includes drinks, creams, lotions, oils, perfumes, sprays, shampoos, shaving foams, aerosols such as deodorizers, pastes such as toothpastes, semisolid materials, and other similar items.
- Liquid containers must be placed in a transparent, resealable plastic bag (zip-locked bag) with a volume no larger than one liter (1,000 ml), and a two side total no larger than 40 cm. The containers must fit into the bag which must be completely closed.
- Each passenger is permitted to carry on board only one such bag. Upon security check, present the transparent plastic bag separately from other baggage.
Rules for Medications, Baby Food, and Special Dietary Requirements
Medications, baby milk / baby food, and restricted food for special dietary can be carried on board without placing them in a transparent plastic bag. However, baby milk and baby food is only permitted for passengers traveling with an infant.
Regarding medication, a copy of the prescription or a medical certificate issued by a medical practitioner indicating the name of the illness, etc., may be requested upon security check.
Prohibited and Restricted Items
There are certain items that are considered dangerous and classified as a hazardous material. Dangerous goods are prohibited from both your carry-on and checked bag on all flights. These rules are not specific to any airline and are defined under the Civil Aeronautics Act in Japan.
Dangerous goods include explosives (fireworks, firecrackers, unexploded bombs, etc.), flammable substances (including a large quantity of matches, lighter fuel, camping/household stoves, and alcoholic beverages containing more than 70 % alcohol), compressed gases (including gas cartridges for gas cartridge stoves, oxygen canisters for sports, and dust-proof sprays), toxic substances (including insecticides), corrosive substances*, radioactive substances, ferromagnetic substances, oxidizing substances*, harmful or irritating materials, and any other items that may endanger or cause trouble for the aircraft itself and/or the persons and items on board it.
A complete list can be found on ANA’s website.
Conclusion: ANA Carry-on Rules
ANA (All Nippon Airways) provides clearly defined size and weight limits, along with reasonable restrictions on items such as liquids and personal items. Whether you’re traveling for business or leisure, being well-informed about ANA’s carry-on policies will not only ensure a seamless travel experience but also avoid added fees and inconvenience.
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