Free Japan Visa & Passport Photo Maker
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Japan Visa Photo Requirements
| Size | 35×45 mm |
| Pixels (300 DPI) | 413×531 px |
| Background | Plain white |
| Glasses | Not allowed |
| Expression | Neutral, mouth closed |
| Eyes | Open and clearly visible |
Full Requirements Checklist
- ✓Size: 35×45 mm
- ✓Plain white background
- ✓Neutral expression, mouth closed
- ✓Both eyes open and visible
- ✓No glasses
- ✓Head centered, no tilt
- ✓Face height 32 - 36 mm from chin to crown
- ✓Taken within the last 6 months
- ✓No shadows on face or background
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Frequently Asked Questions
What size is a Japan visa photo?
Japan visa and passport photos must be 35 mm wide and 45 mm tall, with the face taking up 32 - 36 mm of the height.
What background is required?
The background must be plain white without any patterns, shadows, or objects.
Can I wear glasses?
No. The Japanese Ministry of Foreign Affairs does not accept photos with glasses for visa and passport applications.
Can I use this photo for a Japan tourist visa?
Yes. This format is accepted for all Japan visa categories including tourist, work, and student visas.
How recent must the photo be?
The photo must be taken within the last 6 months.
Is my photo uploaded to your servers?
No. All processing happens in your browser. Your photo never leaves your device.
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About the Author
Elena Dev, Founder of IDPhotoSnap
Elena Dev is the sole operator of IDPhotoSnap. Her work involves auditing the official photo specifications of 100+ countries against issuing-authority sources (embassies, government portals, ICAO 9303) and translating those rules into a browser-only tool that runs entirely on the user's device. The full 276-format specification dataset is published as MIT open data on GitHub. Source verification methodology and corrections policy are documented on the editorial standards page. Every article is written and reviewed by Elena Dev. Corrections: elena@idphotosnap.com.
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