Passport

Japan passport Photo Tool

Upload a photo and we'll crop, resize, and compress it to the exact Japan passport specification - entirely in your browser.

35×45 mm600×750pxPlain white (light grey is sometimes accepted
Your resized photo will appear here at 35×45mm, sized between 0-10240KB.

Spec details

Diagram showing a 35 by 45 millimeter photo with a plain white (light grey is sometimes accepted, but white is safest) background.35mm45mm
Plain white (light grey is sometimes accepted, but white is safest)
Diagram showing a 35 by 45 millimeter photo with a plain white (light grey is sometimes accepted, but white is safest) background.
Document typePassport
Print size35 × 45 mm
Digital size600 × 750 px
Resolution300 DPI
File sizeUp to 10240 KB
BackgroundPlain white (light grey is sometimes accepted, but white is safest)
FormatJPG

Source: Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Japan (page in Japanese)

Frequently asked questions

What is the Japan passport photo size?
35mm x 45mm, with head height (chin to crown) between 32mm and 36mm - Japan's Ministry of Foreign Affairs specifies this as 34mm plus or minus 2mm.
What is the Japan passport photo size in inches?
Approximately 1.38 x 1.77 inches (35mm x 45mm).
What is the Japan passport photo size in cm?
3.5cm x 4.5cm.
What background does a Japan passport photo need?
A plain white background is recommended and safest, though light grey is sometimes accepted. There should be no shadows, patterns, or objects visible behind you.
How do I take a passport photo in Japan (or for a Japan application)?
Stand facing directly at the camera against a plain white wall, with a neutral expression - no smiling, eyes open, mouth closed. Keep your head straight, not tilted. Use even lighting to avoid shadows, then use this tool to crop and resize the photo to the exact 35x45mm specification.
Can I wear glasses in a Japan passport photo?
Yes, as long as the frames don't cover your eyes and there's no glare on the lenses. Sunglasses and tinted glasses are not allowed.
What are the Japan passport photo requirements?
A plain white background, neutral expression, no head tilt, taken within the last 6 months, with your head filling 70-80% of the frame (32-36mm chin to crown).