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Do I Need a Japan Visa?

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Wondering if you need a Japan visa for your upcoming trip? Learn about Japan’s entry requirements, how to get there, and more!

Do I need a Japan Visa?

For stays under 90 days, US citizens do not need a visa to visit Japan for leisure or business travel. If you wish to stay longer than 90 days, you must obtain an appropriate visa (such as a work visa) and register your address with your residence’s municipal office to obtain a Resident Card (Zairyu Card).

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Japan Entry Requirements

To enter Japan, US citizens must have a valid US passport that is good for the length of their stay. (It’s always ideal to have your passport be valid for 6 months past your return date from any international trip.)

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You may not enter the country using a passport that has been reported lost or stolen even if you have since located it. Your passport must have at least one full blank page.

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Additionally, you must have a return ticket or an onward ticket showing your departure date from Japan.

Japan uses a QR code service for customs and immigration. You can complete the online process at Visit Japan Web before your trip to make your arrival in Japan as seamless as possible.

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How to Get to Japan

Japan has four international airports. Narita International Airport (NRT) and Haneda Airport (HND) are both located near Tokyo. Kansai International Airport (KIX) is located near Osaka and Chubu Centrair International Airport (NGO) is located near Nagoya. Numerous other smaller airports offer domestic flights as well as flights to other locations in Asia.

The Japanese airline ANA (All Nippon Airways) has daily flights from nine US cities to Tokyo. Major carriers like United, Delta, American Airlines, and British Airways also offer flights from the US to Japan.

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Lori Barbely

Hi, I’m Lori, the Chief Travel Officer for Mostly Solo Travel! I created this site for solo (and would-be solo) female travelers. My goal is to inspire your trips, give you practical advice on how to plan, and to ease your fears so you can explore the world on your own.

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