🇯🇵Japan Passport Photo35x45mm — Size, Requirements & Online Tool

Last updated: May 2026

Quick Answer

A Japan Passport photo must be 35×45mm on a white background, showing the full face with a neutral expression and taken recently. At OneSnapID the spec-checked digital photo is $5.99 with full money-back if rejected.

Japan's passport photo size depends on how you apply. Online (Maina Portal / マイナポータル) needs a JPEG of exactly 600×730 px under 600 KB— note the aspect ratio differs from the printed 35×45 mm photo. In person or by post uses 45×35 mm. Either way: a plain background, a neutral front-facing pose, and a photo taken within the last 6 months.

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What are the size requirements for a Japan Passport photo?

Size (mm)	35 x 45 mm
Size (inches)	1.38 x 1.77 inches
Size (pixels)	413 x 531 px (300 DPI)
Background	white
Head Size Ratio	71% - 80% of frame
File Size	50 KB - 500 KB
File Format	JPEG

How do I take a Japan Passport photo at home?

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Use your phone or camera. Stand in front of a plain wall with good lighting.

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Upload your photo. We detect your face and check all requirements automatically.

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We crop, fix the background, and make sure everything meets the official specs.

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Common Mistakes

Background not plain white

Head height not between 32-36mm

Expression not neutral

Why are Japan Passport photos rejected?

Dimensions not 35x45mm

Background not white

Not ICAO compliant

Frequently Asked Questions

A Japan passport photo must be 35x45mm (1.38x1.77 inches). In pixels, this is 413x531px at 300 DPI.

The required background color is white. Our tool automatically adjusts your background.

The head must take up about 71–80% of the photo height for a Japan passport photo. Our tool positions and sizes your head automatically.

Most authorities no longer allow glasses in ID photos. For a Japan passport photo, remove your glasses so your eyes are clearly visible with no glare.

A Japan passport photo should be a JPEG file between 50 KB and 500 KB at 300 DPI. We export it ready to submit online or print.

Yes! Take a photo with your smartphone against a plain background, then upload it to our tool. We handle cropping, background removal, and compliance checks automatically.

Preview your photo for free. A print-ready download with guaranteed acceptance costs $5.99. If your photo is rejected, you get a full refund.

Photo Guide

Preparation

Find a plain white or light wall. Make sure you have good natural light and no harsh shadows.

Positioning

Stand about 1-2 meters from the wall. Keep your head straight, eyes open, and face neutral.

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