Japanese Passport Photo: Size Spec and How to Create It
Make a Japanese passport photo that meets the Ministry of Foreign Affairs spec (ICAO 9303 compliant) exactly, from a smartphone shot, for ¥200. One purchase delivers both the print-ready data and the dedicated online-application file (600×730 px) — two different aspect ratios, both handled for you.
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- Matches the official spec (verified 2026-05-18)
- Print at any Japan conbini
| Dimensions | 45mm × 35mm |
|---|---|
| Face length | 32–36 mm |
| Top margin | 2–6 mm |
| Bottom margin | 5–9 mm |
| Horizontal position | 15–19 mm |
| Background | Plain background (white recommended) — no shadows, patterns, objects, or gradients |
| Shoot-by window | Taken within 6 months of application |
| Official issuer | Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Japan (Passport Division) |
View the official source ↗(Last verified: 2026-05-18)
Only photos taken within the last 6 months are valid — check when your current photo was taken.
Turn a phone shot into a photo that meets this exact spec. Preview the result first — then pay ¥200. Full refund if it's rejected.
Create with this specVerbatim official spec
The verbatim official spec from Japan's Ministry of Foreign Affairs is shown below in the original Japanese.
- 「縦45ミリメートル×横35ミリメートル」
- 「頭頂からあごまでが34ミリメートル±2ミリメートル」
- 「背景がないもの（影・柄・物・グラデーションのないもの）※白色を推奨します。」
Why this spec matters
Japanese passport photos must comply with the ICAO 9303 international standard. The tolerance window is just 4mm wide for face length (32–36mm) and another 4mm for top margin (2–6mm). A rejection at the passport counter costs another 1–2 weeks for a re-shoot and re-application.
Price & risk comparison
Preview free → pay only if you like it / full refund if rejected
No retakes — final on the spot
Booking & visit required
1–2 weeks lost
* Other prices are typical market estimates. With Ramune you pay only after seeing the result, with a full refund if the photo is rejected.
Preview your photo free firstHow to create it for ¥200
A spec-compliant passport photo takes about two minutes with a smartphone and ¥200.
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Take the photo on your smartphone
Stand against a plain white wall in a bright room. Face the camera directly, no hat, neutral expression, eyes on the lens. - 2
AI removes the background and aligns to spec
Upload the photo. AI removes the background, detects your face, and auto-crops to the passport spec. Fine-tune position to 0.1mm precision. A dedicated online-application file (600×730 px JPEG, under 600KB) is also generated automatically, separate from the print data. - 3
Print at any Japan convenience store via QR code
After payment, a QR code and 8-digit user number arrive by email. Print on L-size paper at 7-Eleven, FamilyMart, Lawson, Ministop, or Poplar — from ¥30.
Create a Spec-Compliant Passport Photo for ¥200
AI auto-adjusts your smartphone shot to the official Ministry of Foreign Affairs rules. You receive the convenience-store print QR code plus a dedicated online-application file (600×730 px JPEG) in one go.
Create now — ¥200What Ramune AI ID Photo offers
Even for a tight spec like My Number, you can finish the entire shoot → process → print workflow in your browser.
0.1mm face position adjustment
Drag the hairline, chin, and face-width guides — or type the millimetre value — to fit inside even a 4mm-wide regulatory window like the My Number spec.
Auto-generated L-size print sheet
Multiple photos optimally arranged on L-size paper with cut marks. Print directly at home or at a convenience store.
AI removes the background automatically
Walls or objects in the original shot are auto-removed; AI converts the photo to the plain background the spec requires.
AI skin smoothing with a natural finish
Auto-reduces blemishes and uneven tone while keeping a natural look. Choose between the original and the smoothed version.
Print at 55,000 convenience stores nationwide
Scan the QR code at the multi-copy machine in Lawson, FamilyMart, Ministop, or Poplar — L-size prints from ¥30. At 7-Eleven, register the image with netprint first.
5-language support, no app required
Japanese, English, Chinese, Korean, and Vietnamese — works entirely in your smartphone browser without installing an app.
Frequently asked questions
Can I use this for Japan's online passport application (Myna Portal)?
Can I keep my glasses on for a passport photo?
How recent does the photo need to be?
Can I use the same photo for My Number card and passport?
Can hair cover the forehead?
What if my photo was the wrong size and got rejected?
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Create a Spec-Compliant Passport Photo for ¥200
AI auto-adjusts your smartphone shot to the official Ministry of Foreign Affairs rules. You receive the convenience-store print QR code plus a dedicated online-application file (600×730 px JPEG) in one go.
Create now — ¥200