The items a minimalist needs to keep in their daily life depend on personal needs and preferences. The following are some items that may need to be kept:

1. Basic daily necessities: such as toothbrushes, toothpaste, knives and forks, tableware, etc.

2. Clothing: especially some basic clothing, such as T-shirts, jeans, sneakers, etc.

3. Household necessities: such as washing machines, refrigerators, ovens, etc.

4. Some small tools: such as electric shavers, nail clippers, can openers, peelers, etc.

5. Study stationery: such as pens, paper, notebooks, calculators, etc.

6. Electronic equipment: such as computers, mobile phones, flat-screen TVs, headphones, etc.

7. Health supplies: such as medical kits, first aid kits, and medicines. 8. Food and beverages: Necessary groceries and condiments, as well as some basic beverages such as water, coffee, tea, etc.

9. Furniture: basic furniture such as beds, tables, chairs, and sofas, as well as furniture such as lockers and bookshelves to organize life.

10. Personal care products: such as shampoo, soap, skin care products, etc., as well as personal cosmetics and perfumes.

11. Entertainment products: such as books, movies, music, etc., as well as sports equipment and outdoor activity equipment.

It should be noted that the above are just some of the items that may need to be kept, and the exact list of items depends on personal needs and preferences. The basic principle of a minimalist is to own a minimum of items and maintain a simple, convenient and efficient lifestyle.