Japan Passport 2026
Japan Passport Photo Specification
Japan Passport photo requirements: 3.5 × 4.5cm, white background, head height 3.2-3.6cm.
| Size | 3.5 × 4.5cm |
|---|---|
| Resolution | 413 × 531px |
| DPI | 300 or higher |
| Background | White |
| Head Height | 3.2-3.6cmRequired |
| Validity | taken within 6 months before application |
Source: mofa.go.jp ↗
- Follows ICAO 9303 standard
- White background, frontal view, neutral expression
Restrictions
- Clothing
- no turtlenecks or clothing obscuring facial features
- Expression
- neutral expression, mouth closed, no teeth showing, both eyes fully open (updated March 3, 2025)
- Glasses
- not prohibited but removal recommended for reliable identification; if worn, no colored/tinted lenses, no glare/reflection, frames must not cover eyes
- Ears
- ears should ideally be visible; hairline and ears visible when possible
- Face
- full face clearly visible; hair must not cover eyes or face contour; clear contrast between face/hair and background
- Headwear
- no hats, hair bands, or head coverings; religious/medical exceptions permitted if face contour visible
- Accessories
- no colored contacts or pupil-enlarging lenses; no veils obscuring facial features
- Uneven background
- Head tilt
- Wrong size
- Shadow detected
- Improper expression
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Front-facing
Chest-up framing
One person
Sharp focus
Mouth closed (no teeth)
Documents Accepting the Same Photo
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The documents below use the same spec (3.5 × 4.5cm) as Japan Passport.
Frequently Asked Questions
What size is a Japan Passport photo?
The Japan Passport photo size is 3.5 × 4.5cm. The background must be White.
Can I take a Japan Passport photo at home?
If you meet the size (3.5 × 4.5cm) and background (White) requirements, a photo you take yourself can work. Some countries and document types, though, require an in-person commercial photographer or reject photos retouched with editing software or AI — so check the official guidance before you submit. MONKOS AI removes the background and crops to spec automatically; where edited photos are not accepted, use it to check your size and framing before the shoot.
What is the background color for a Japan Passport photo?
A Japan Passport photo requires a White background. Shadows or patterns may cause rejection.
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