Japan Passport Photo Maker
A Japan passport photo must measure exactly 35 × 45 mm with a plain white background. The head, from chin to crown, must occupy 71–80% of the photo's height. For digital submission that is 413 × 531 pixels at 300 DPI. Requirements verified against the official source on 2026-07-13.
Make yours below — free preview, one-time $3.99 for HD.
Output: 35 × 45 mm · 413 × 531 px @ 300 DPI
Required for Japan: White
HD download includes the digital photo and a ready-to-print 4×6" sheet.
How to take a photo that passes
Keep your distance
Stand about 50 cm (20 in) from the camera, head and shoulders in frame. Best results: have someone else take it, or use a tripod — selfie-arm shots distort your face.
Face the camera straight on
Camera at eye level, look directly into the lens, neutral expression with your mouth closed. Don't tilt your head.
Find even light
Face a window or light source so there are no shadows on your face. Don't worry about what's behind you — the AI removes the background.
Japan passport photo requirements
| Size | 35 × 45 mm (1.38 × 1.77 in) |
| Digital size | 413 × 531 px at 300 DPI |
| Background | White |
| Head height | 71–80% of photo height |
| Official source | Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Japan ↗ |
- ✓Photo must be 35 x 45 mm.
- ✓Head height (chin to crown) must be 32–36 mm.
- ✓Plain white or light blue background.
- ✓Taken within the last 6 months.
- ✓No shadows on the face or background.
Requirements compiled from the official guidance linked above · last verified 2026-07-13 · see the full requirements database. Always confirm with the issuing authority before submitting your application.
Glasses & head coverings in Japan
Why Japan passport photos get rejected
- ✕Shadows on the background — the most common home-photo failure
- ✕Head height outside 32–36 mm (about 70–80% of the frame)
- ✕Hair covering the outline of the face
- ✕Photo older than 6 months
- ✕Uneven brightness or heavy editing
More detail in our guide to the 8 most common rejection reasons.
Where to submit your application
Prefectural Passport Center (MOFA) ↗
Apply at your prefecture's passport counter with a printed 35 × 45 mm photo; since 2023 online renewal via the Minaportal accepts an uploaded digital photo.
What does a passport photo cost in Japan?
| Photo studio / boothstation photo booths (Ki-Re-i) or studios | ¥800–2,000 |
| SnapPassport HD downloadunlimited retakes · digital + printable 4×6" sheet · watermarked preview free | $3.99 |
Save roughly 27% or more — and skip the trip entirely.
Frequently asked questions
Is my photo uploaded to a server?
No. The AI background removal and cropping run entirely inside your browser using WebAssembly. Your photo never leaves your device, which also makes the tool fast and private.
Will my photo be accepted by the authorities?
The tool crops your photo to the exact official dimensions and places head-position guides based on each country's published requirements. You are responsible for following the posing rules (neutral expression, no glasses, even lighting), which are listed on each country page.
How do I print my passport photo?
The HD download includes a 4×6 inch print sheet with several copies laid out with cut lines. Print it at any pharmacy, photo kiosk or online print service as a standard 4×6 photo, then cut along the lines.
What does the free version include?
You can use every feature — background removal, cropping, all size presets — and download a watermarked preview for free. The one-time HD purchase removes the watermark and adds the print sheet.
What kind of photo should I start with?
Use a sharp, well-lit photo taken straight-on at eye level, with your full head and shoulders visible and some space around them. Avoid harsh shadows, hats and glasses.