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🇯🇵 Japan for 🇵🇭 PH citizens
Embassy visa
Embassy visa – apply in person at an embassy or consulate with an interview.
Government fee20 USD
AppointmentRequired
Other options
Documents
Always required
Travel Itinerary
- US Embassy: vague entries like 'sightseeing in Tokyo' not accepted; include detailed activities and locations.
Flight Itinerary
- Dates must match travel itinerary. US Embassy: ticket purchase not required; missions not responsible if visa is delayed or refused.
Proof of Funds
- US Embassy: at least one month bank statement required; employment certificate or earning statement not accepted as substitute.
- Guarantor documents (letter of guarantee, ID, bank statement) required if sponsor covers expenses.
Accommodation ProofSource ↗
- Visitors are usually expected to show where they will stay in Japan; this may be via hotel bookings or an invitation/guarantee letter from a host.
Recommended
Residence PermitSource ↗
- Many Japanese missions accept applications only from residents in their jurisdiction and require proof of legal stay (e.g., U.S. visa and I‑20/DS‑2019 for students).
Proof of ResidencySource ↗
- Some missions request proof of residence in their jurisdiction such as a driver’s license or utility bill.
Employment ProofSource ↗
- Frequently requested by missions as evidence of ties to the country of residence and ability to fund the trip.
Invitation LetterSource ↗
- For visits to relatives/friends or when a sponsor in Japan covers expenses, missions typically require invitation and guarantee letters plus evidence of the guarantor’s residence and financial capacity.
Additional DocumentsSource ↗
Translation: EN, JA
- Some missions explicitly require court/arrest records and explanations for any criminal history, even if charges were dropped or pardoned.
Travel InsuranceSource ↗
- Japan strongly recommends, but does not legally require, overseas travel medical insurance for short‑term visitors; some consulates or tour operators may encourage proof of coverage.
Travel tips
Quick local advice for smoother arrivals and day-to-day travel.
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Skip ticket machines: add a Suica/PASMO/ICOCA transit card to Apple Wallet and use it for trains, subways, and everyday purchases (konbini, vending machines). It's one of the biggest quality-of-life upgrades in Japan.
2
Travel light between cities: use Yamato's luggage delivery (TA-Q-BIN) to ship a suitcase from the airport to your hotel (or hotel-to-hotel). It's affordable, reliable, and turns Shinkansen days into easy 'just a backpack' days.
Last verified: 2026-02-26