Japan Visa
Japan
ICAO-style 35×45 mm images with 32–36 mm face height for Japanese visa applications.
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Japan Visa — key specifications
At-a-glance summary of the official Japan photo template. Every value below is enforced automatically when you upload your image.
| Physical size | 35 mm × 45 mm (1.38 in × 1.77 in) |
|---|---|
| Digital size | 413 × 531 px (300 DPI) |
| Background | Plain white |
| Max file size | 5120 KB (JPEG) |
| Head coverage | 70–80% of photo height (ICAO-aligned) |
| Print sheet | 4x6 · 8 |
Requirements
Check dimensions and official rules on this page.
- Physical: 35mm × 45mm
- Digital: 413–413px × 531–531px
- Max file size: 5120 KB
Recent colour photo, plain background, frontal view, neutral expression, no hat unless exempted.
Ministry of Foreign Affairs — 旅券用写真 specifications
Japan's Ministry of Foreign Affairs (外務省) publishes passport-photo (旅券用写真) specifications. The 35 × 45 mm format with 32–36 mm chin-to-crown measurement applies; plain white background required, ICAO Doc 9303 Part 4 compliant.
Why use this Japan Visa tool
- $3.99Final photo + 4×6 print sheet. No subscription. Studios typically charge $15 – $30 for the same output.
- Free previewYou only pay once a watermarked preview confirms the crop, background, and biometric framing meet the spec.
- Refund if non-compliantIf our output fails the issuing-authority checklist, we refund — see our refund policy.
Common reasons Japan Visa photos are rejected
Issuing authorities reject submissions that miss any of the items below. Our tool automatically corrects crop, background, and dimensions, but you still control the original capture — review this list before you upload.
- wrong_dimensions_or_face_height
- background_not_plain
- shadows_or_uneven_light
- expression_not_neutral
- hair_covering_eyes_or_eyebrows
- visible_retouching_or_filters
- hat_or_non_medical_headwear
Japan Visa — common questions
What is the official Japan Visa size?
The official Japan Visa size is 35 mm × 45 mm (1.38 in × 1.77 in). For digital uploads it equals 413 × 531 px at 300 DPI.
What background color is required for a Japan Visa?
Japan Visa photos must be taken on a plain white background, evenly lit and free of shadows or patterns.
How big should the face appear in a Japan Visa photo?
The head should fill approximately 70–80% of the photo height, with eyes positioned in the upper-middle of the frame and a neutral expression looking straight at the camera.
Can I take a Japan Visa photo at home?
Yes. Use a recent phone photo against a plain wall, with even daylight and no glasses. Our tool then crops, recolors the background, and resizes to the official 35 mm × 45 mm template.
Can I print the Japan Visa at CVS, Walgreens, or another pharmacy?
Yes. We generate a 4x6 print sheet with 8 photos that any pharmacy or photo kiosk can print.
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Where we sourced these Japan specifications
Dimensions, background colour, and biometric framing on this page are compiled from the references below. Always reconfirm the latest guidance directly with the issuing authority before submitting an application.
- mofa.go.jp
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