Japan Passport Photo Maker
A Japanese passport photo must be exactly 35 × 45 mm with a strict head height of 32-36 mm from crown to chin on a plain white background. Japan's Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) enforces these ICAO proportions tightly, so precise cropping matters.
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Official MOFA requirements
Passports in Japan are issued by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA / Gaimushō) through prefectural passport centers. The photo is 35 × 45 mm in color on a plain white background free of any pattern or texture. The face must be 32 to 36 mm from crown to chin — Japan's head-height tolerance is unusually strict, and photos outside this range are rejected.
The subject faces the camera with a neutral expression, mouth closed and eyes open. The photo must be taken within the last six months and reflect your current appearance. Glasses are tolerated only if there is no glare and the eyes remain fully visible; frames must not cover the eyes.
| Requirement | Specification |
|---|---|
| Photo size | 35 × 45 mm |
| Digital size (300 DPI) | 413 × 531 px |
| Background | Plain white (no pattern or texture) |
| Head height | 32-36 mm from chin to crown |
| Recency | Taken within the last 6 months |
| Glasses | Allowed only with no glare and eyes visible |
| Expression | Neutral, mouth closed, eyes open |
Getting the digital size right
Japan's online passport application (the MOFA e-application via Mynaportal) accepts a digital photo, and getting the head height right is the single most important factor. For a 35 × 45 mm image at 300 DPI, use 413 × 531 pixels and verify the crown-to-chin distance lands within 32-36 mm.
Our maker measures head height as you crop and locks the white background, all inside your browser. Your image is processed locally and never uploaded, so your identity photo stays entirely on your own device.
How to use Japan Passport Photo
- 1Drop a well-lit, front-facing photo into the box above (JPG, PNG or WebP).
- 2The official Japan size (35 × 45 mm → 413 × 531px at 300 DPI) is pre-loaded — your photo is scaled and center-cropped, never stretched.
- 3Check the result against the official requirements table below, then download.
Frequently asked questions
How strict is Japan about head height?
Very strict. The face must measure 32-36 mm from crown to chin. This tight tolerance is the most common reason Japanese passport photos are rejected, so crop carefully.
Can I apply for a Japanese passport online with a digital photo?
Yes. MOFA's online passport application through Mynaportal accepts a digital photo that meets the 35 × 45 mm proportions and white-background rules. You can still submit a printed photo at a passport center.
Are glasses allowed in a Japanese passport photo?
Only if there is no glare on the lenses and your eyes stay fully visible. Frames must not cover the eyes. To be safe, many applicants remove their glasses.