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Japan Passport Photo Maker Online: Size & Requirements 2026

Q: What are the Japan passport photo requirements?

Size 35 × 45 mm (413 × 531 px at 300 dpi), a plain white or light blue or light grey background, head height 32–36 mm from chin to crown, eyes open and looking straight at the camera, a neutral expression and even lighting with no shadows. The photo must be recent, sharp and in colour.

A Japan passport photo must be 35 × 45 mm (413 × 531 px at 300 dpi) with a white or light blue or light grey background. The head (chin to crown) should measure 32–36 mm. Make your Japan passport photo online with our free passport photo maker — upload a selfie and get a digital photo and a print sheet in seconds.

Size: 35 × 45 mm
Pixels: 413 × 531 px
Resolution: 300 dpi
Background: White or light blue or light grey
Head height: 32–36 mm
File size: max 600 KB

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Japan japanese passport (旅券) photo size explained

Size: 35 × 45 mm — 413 × 531 pixels for a digital file (300 dpi).
Head height: 32–36 mm from chin to the top of the head (71.1–80% of the photo height).
Eye line: 22.5–27 mm above the bottom edge, face centred horizontally.
Background: White or light blue or light grey, plain, evenly lit, no shadows or patterns.
Recent: taken within the last 6 months.
Digital file: JPEG, up to 600 KB.

Upload or take a photo above — the tool places your head and eyes inside these ranges automatically and shows the guides on the preview.

Japan passport photo requirements (2026)

Japanese Passport (旅券)

Print size: 35 × 45 mm
Pixels: 413 × 531 px
Head height: 32–36 mm
Eye line from bottom: 22.5–27 mm
Background: White or light blue or light grey
Taken within: 6 months
File size: up to 600 KB

Expression: Applicant alone, facing front, not tilted; expression must not differ markedly from actual appearance (e.g. raised mouth corners/smile rejected); eyes open.

Glasses: Removing glasses is recommended. If worn: no tinted lenses, no reflections or shadows, frames must not cover the eyes; sunglasses/non-prescription tinted glasses not acceptable unless medically required. No coloured contacts or circle lenses; no red-eye.

Head covering: No hat. Head covering by cloth only for religious or medical reasons, on request, and only if the face outline is visible. No hats/hairbands hiding the head; no clothing (turtleneck, hood) covering the chin; no wigs that change appearance.

Children: Infants who cannot sit may be photographed lying on a white sheet from directly above. No part of a helper may appear; eyes must be open; beware of motion blur.

• Size: 35×45 mm

• Plain white background

• Neutral expression, mouth closed

• Both eyes open and visible

• No glasses

• Taken within the last 6 months

Official source: Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Japan · Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Japan, Consular Affairs Bureau Passport Division

JAPAN eVISA (online short-term tourism visa)

Print size: 45 × 45 mm
Pixels: 413 × 531 px
Head height: 27–33 mm
Eye line from bottom: 23.4–28.8 mm
Background: White or plain
Taken within: 6 months
File size: up to 2,000 KB

Expression: Your whole face clearly visible and centred; not smiling, mouth closed.

Glasses: Not specified.

Head covering: Do not wear a hat.

Children: In a family application, the main applicant uploads a photo for each family member.

• Size: 35×45 mm

• Plain white background

• Neutral expression, mouth closed

• Both eyes open and visible

• No glasses

• Head centered, no tilt

Official source: Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Japan · Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Japan

My Number Card (マイナンバーカード / Individual Number Card)

Print size: 35 × 45 mm
Pixels: 413 × 531 px
Head height: 32–36 mm
Eye line from bottom: 23.4–31.5 mm
Background: Plain
Taken within: 6 months
File size: 20–7,000 KB

Expression: Front-facing, not tilted; expression must not differ markedly from normal appearance.

Glasses: Frames must not cover the eyes; no very thick frames covering much of the eyes/face; no lighting reflection on glasses; no sunglasses that prevent identification (unless worn daily for medical reasons).

Head covering: No hat. Head coverings (turban, hijab etc.) allowed for religious or medical reasons if the face outline is visible; medical wigs/hats/eye patches/sunglasses allowed if worn daily.

Children: Infants or people who cannot stand/sit may be photographed lying face-up on a plain light-coloured sheet, from the front; a helper holding the child must not appear in the photo.

• Size: 35×45 mm

• Plain light grey background

• Neutral expression

• Both eyes open and visible

• No glasses

• Taken within the last 6 months

Official source: J-LIS (Japan Agency for Local Authority Information Systems), マイナンバーカード総合サイト

Japan Residence Card (在留カード) - photos for immigration applications (status change, extension, COE, permanent residence, card renewal)

Print size: 30 × 40 mm
Pixels: 354 × 472 px
Head height: 22–28 mm
Eye line from bottom: 20.8–28 mm
Background: Plain
Taken within: 6 months

Expression: Front-facing, no hat; expression must not differ markedly from usual.

Glasses: Frames must not overlap the eyes; no very thick frames; no lighting reflection on glasses.

Head covering: No hat. Cloth covering is acceptable if the face is clearly shown; when covering for religious or medical reasons, a statement (陳述書, free format) must be submitted.

Children: From 14 June 2026 (revised Immigration Act) residence cards show a photo for ages 1-16 as well; photos are now required for applicants aged 1+ (previously only 16+).

• Size: 30×40 mm (3×4 cm)

• Plain light grey background

• Neutral expression

• Both eyes open and visible

• No glasses

• Taken within the last 6 months

Official source: Immigration Services Agency of Japan (出入国在留管理庁) · Immigration Services Agency of Japan

How the photo check works

Every photo goes through the same steps a passport office would apply — only faster:

Face detection — 478 facial landmarks are located on your device to find your eyes, chin and head outline, and to make sure exactly one face is in the photo.
Geometry — head height and eye line are measured and the photo is cropped and scaled so they fall inside the official range for your document; a tilted head is straightened automatically.
Quality — resolution, sharpness, exposure, even lighting on both sides of the face and red eyes (corrected automatically when found).
Background removal — the background is cut out and replaced with the exact colour your document requires.
AI review — a vision AI model checks expression, open eyes, glasses and glare, head coverings, shadows, other people or objects, and signs of filters or a photo of a screen.

Tips for a photo that passes

Face a window or a soft light so both sides of your face are evenly lit. Keep your head straight, look into the lens with a neutral expression and your mouth closed. Take off glasses and hats, keep hair away from your eyes and wear a top that contrasts with the background. Hold the phone at eye level about an arm's length or 1–1.5 m away; a self-timer or a helper works best.

What size is a Japan japanese passport (旅券) photo?

The official Japan japanese passport (旅券) photo size is 35×45 mm (1.38 × 1.77 inches). For a digital file that is 413 × 531 pixels at 300 dpi, or 827 × 1063 pixels at 600 dpi if you want extra sharpness for printing. From chin to the top of the head the face must measure 32–36 mm, which is 71.1–80% of the photo height. The eyes should sit 18–22.5 mm below the top edge.

The background must be white or light blue or light grey, evenly lit and without shadows or patterns. Online applications accept files of up to 600 KB. Look straight at the camera with a neutral expression and your mouth closed, keep both eyes open and visible, and remove glasses if they reflect light or hide your eyes.

Same size in other countries

The same 35×45 mm format is used for passports in 126 other countries, including Algeria, Andorra, Armenia, Australia, Austria, Azerbaijan, Belgium and Benin. Worldwide the most common passport photo size is 35×45 mm (127 countries) — the format Japan uses too.

Japan also sets photo rules for japan evisa (online short-term tourism visa) (45×45 mm), my number card (マイナンバーカード / individual number card) (35×45 mm) and japan residence card (在留カード) - photos for immigration applications (status change, extension, coe, permanent residence, card renewal) (30×40 mm) — pick the document in the tool above to get the right crop.

How to make and print a Japan passport photo at home

Take a well-lit photo against a plain wall, upload it to the free photo maker above and choose Japan — Japanese Passport (旅券). The tool detects your face, crops it to the exact 35×45 mm size, replaces the background with white or light blue or light grey and checks sharpness, lighting, red-eye and head position. Download the digital file for an online application, or the print sheet: one standard 10×15 cm (4×6 in) photo print holds 6 Japan passport photos, which costs a fraction of a photo booth.

Frequently asked questions

What are the Japan passport photo requirements?

Size 35 × 45 mm (413 × 531 px at 300 dpi), a plain white or light blue or light grey background, head height 32–36 mm from chin to crown, eyes open and looking straight at the camera, a neutral expression and even lighting with no shadows. The photo must be recent, sharp and in colour.

What size is a Japan passport photo?

A Japan passport photo must be 35 × 45 mm (413 × 531 px at 300 dpi) with a white or light blue or light grey background. The head (chin to crown) should measure 32–36 mm.

What background is required for a Japan passport photo?

White or light blue or light grey (#FFFFFF), plain and evenly lit, with no shadows, patterns or objects. Our tool replaces the background automatically.

Can I wear glasses in a Japan passport photo?

Removing glasses is recommended. If worn: no tinted lenses, no reflections or shadows, frames must not cover the eyes; sunglasses/non-prescription tinted glasses not acceptable unless medically required. No coloured contacts or circle lenses; no red-eye.

Can I smile in a Japan passport photo?

Applicant alone, facing front, not tilted; expression must not differ markedly from actual appearance (e.g. raised mouth corners/smile rejected); eyes open.

Are head coverings allowed in a Japan passport photo?

No hat. Head covering by cloth only for religious or medical reasons, on request, and only if the face outline is visible. No hats/hairbands hiding the head; no clothing (turtleneck, hood) covering the chin; no wigs that change appearance.

What are the rules for a baby or child's Japan passport photo?

Infants who cannot sit may be photographed lying on a white sheet from directly above. No part of a helper may appear; eyes must be open; beware of motion blur.

Are Japan visa and ID photos the same size as passport photos?

Japanese Passport (旅券): 35 × 45 mm, white or light blue or light grey background; JAPAN eVISA (online short-term tourism visa): 45 × 45 mm, white or plain background; My Number Card (マイナンバーカード / Individual Number Card): 35 × 45 mm, plain background; Japan Residence Card (在留カード) - photos for immigration applications (status change, extension, COE, permanent residence, card renewal): 30 × 40 mm, plain background.

How do I make a Japan passport photo online?

Upload a selfie or any front-facing photo to our free Japan passport photo maker above. It finds your face, removes the background, crops the photo to 35 × 45 mm and checks it with AI — then download the digital photo or a print sheet. No sign-up, no app to install.

Can I get a digital Japan passport photo?

Yes — download the 413 × 531 px JPEG at 300 dpi (under 600 KB) for an online application, or a 10 × 15 cm (4 × 6 in) sheet to print at any photo shop.

Can I take a passport photo at home?

Yes. Stand facing a window for soft, even light, ask someone to take the photo from about 1.5 m at eye level, keep a neutral expression and look straight into the lens. Upload it here — we check it, remove the background and crop it to the exact size.

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