This is a list of all locations where you can obtain Inventory Capacity Upgrade Items.
We explain their uses, where to find them, and when they become available, all with images for clarity,
so use this guide to assist you throughout your playthrough.
What Are Inventory Capacity Upgrade Items?
Increases Your Inventory Slots When Obtained
By default, you can only carry up to 8 items.
Each Inventory Capacity Upgrade Item increases your available inventory slots by one.
As your inventory tends to fill up quickly in this game, even a single extra slot makes exploration noticeably easier.
Collecting all of these Items will unlock an Achievement. Some of them are only available in New Game Plus, so completing multiple playthroughs is required if you want to unlock it.
Stack Limits Differ by Item Type
Each item type has its own maximum stack limit. For example, Bandage can be stacked up to three per slot.
So if you have four Bandages, they will occupy two slots in your inventory — three in one slot and one in another. On the other hand, a First Aid Kit stacks only one per slot, so carrying three of them will consume three slots — a real burden on your inventory space.
When your inventory is full and you attempt to pick up a new item, you may exchange it with something you already have. However, the exchanged item will be discarded permanently. Depending on the item, it is often better to use it before discarding — especially on higher difficulties like Hard or above.
Manage Your Inventory Wisely
Make it a habit to offer items whenever you stop by a Hokora.
If your inventory starts getting tight during exploration, head toward a nearby Hokora or backtrack when needed. Keeping at least one available slot at all times is ideal for smooth progression.
This is exactly where Inventory Capacity Upgrade Items shine — they reduce this constant management pressure significantly.
All Inventory Capacity Upgrade Item Locations
Many of them cannot be obtained again within the same playthrough, so make sure you collect them as you progress.
[School Bag] Location: Middle School
Obtained by solving the Locker Puzzle and opening Yoshie Suga’s locker.
Guide → Middle High School Walkthrough
[Dirty Drawstring Bag] Location: Worship Hall
Obtained after the second ritual.
Guide → Worship Hall Walkthrough
[Furoshiki] Location: Shimizu Residence
Found in the Shimizu Residence (3) map.
Guide → Shimizu Residence Walkthrough
[Packing Tips] Location: Kudzunodai (NG+ Only)
Found on the second floor of the house with the open entrance, right at the beginning of the game.
[Embroidered Drawstring Bag] Location: Corridor (NG+ Only)
Found in the room accessed through the door marked with the Inari-sama Crest near the beginning of the area.
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