Japan Passport Photo Requirements
Based on the guidance published by the Consulate‑General of Japan in San Francisco.
Photo size diagram
Square layout with measured head size and margins
Reference: Consulate‑General of Japan in San Francisco
Size and head position
- • Photo dimensions and head height must follow the official diagram
- • Face centred; show full head and top of shoulders
- • Taken within the required recent period (typically 6 months)
Quality and lighting
- • Clear, sharp, and in focus; no over/underexposure
- • Plain, light background; uniform lighting; no shadows
- • Natural skin tones; no retouching or digital alterations
Pose and expression
- • Face the camera directly; head not tilted
- • Neutral expression; mouth closed; eyes open
- • Hair off the face; edges of face clearly visible
Glasses and head coverings
- • Glasses: no tinted lenses; avoid glare; eyes clearly visible
- • Head coverings: only for religious/medical reasons; full face visible; no shadows
- • No other objects or people in the photo