Japan Visa Photo Maker - Create Compliant Japan Visa Photos Online
Format and crop portrait photos to meet official Japanese Embassy and Consulate visa photo regulations with precise guidelines.
Photos are cropped locally in your browser. Position and scale the photo, then confirm every requirement with the official source before submitting.
Check official requirements: Japan visa application formChoose a photo to start positioning it.
Photo requirements
| Country | Japan |
|---|---|
| Document type | Visa application photo |
| Organization | Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Japan |
| Width | 35 mm |
| Height | 45 mm |
| Background | Plain background |
| Head requirement | Follow the photo placement and application instructions on the official visa form. |
| File format | JPG, PNG |
| File size | Check the embassy or consulate handling the application. |
This tool creates a 35 mm by 45 mm photo layout at 300 DPI, matching the size shown on the official visa application form.
Official sources
- Japan visa application formLast checked: 2026-07-14
Visa requirements can vary by embassy or consulate. This is a browser-based helper, not an official government service. Confirm the latest local instructions before applying.
How to use
- 01Upload a well-lit photo and choose either 35x45mm or 45x45mm consular preset.
- 02Align the eyes and facial proportions using the consular guidance overlay.
- 03Export compliant Japan visa photos with clean margins and download locally.
FAQ
What photo specifications are required for Japan tourist visas?
Standard requirements specify 35x45mm (or 45x45mm square depending on jurisdiction) against a solid white background, taken within six months.
Are colored contact lenses or heavy accessories permitted?
No. Consular rules prohibit colored contacts, circle lenses, heavy frame glasses obstructing eyebrows, or headwear that obscures facial contours.
Is my personal visa photograph transmitted over the internet?
Never. All photo cropping and dimension adjustments run strictly inside your browser Canvas, safeguarding your personal biometric data.