Japanese visa for Philippine citizens
A visa is REQUIRED for Philippine passport holders visiting Japan for tourism and business purposes. See detailed requirements below:
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For Philippine citizens to enter Japan for a short-term tourism purpose. | Visa required | N/A |
| Evisa | Japan e-visa for Philippine citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Japan visa on arrival for Philippine citizens | Not Available | |
Japan tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Philippine passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in Japan.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from Japan.
If you are looking for Japan visa information, such as available types of visas, or how to apply from Philippines, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of Japan nearest your place of residence.
- Manila: The Embassy of Japan in Manila, Philippines (Working hours: Close now. Open in 3 hours 10 minutes)
- Davao City: The Consulate General of Japan in Davao City, Philippines (Working hours: Close now. Open in 3 hours 10 minutes)
- Cebu City: The Consular office of Japan in Cebu City, Philippines (Working hours: Close now. Open in 3 hours 10 minutes)
Japan visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Japan diplomatic mission offices to Philippines for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Philippines traveling to Japan from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Philippines) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 365,190 | N/A |
| 2009 | 344,322 | -5.71% |
| 2010 | 330,410 | -4.04% |
| 2011 | 340,844 | 3.16% |
| 2012 | 365,190 | 7.14% |
| 2013 | 358,234 | -1.90% |
| 2014 | 340,844 | -4.85% |
| 2015 | 337,366 | -1.02% |
| 2016 | 347,800 | 3.09% |
| 2017 | 424,200 | 21.97% |
| 2018 | 503,976 | 18.81% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Japan & Philippines comparison
Japan's area is approximately 364,555 km2 (140,755 sq mi), while the area of Philippines is approximately 298,170 km2 (115,124 sq mi). This means Philippines is 22.26% smaller than Japan.
As of May 2024, Japan's population is ~125.0 million people - 9,460,287 more people than the population of Philippines.
We have highlighted Japan & Philippines’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Japan | Philippines | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2024) | 124,958,743 | 115,498,456 | 9.5 million more people live in Japan than Philippines |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 247 | 87 | Japan has 160 more diplomatic representations abroad compared with Philippines. |
| Travel freedom (2024) | 142 | 30 | Japan passport holders can visit 112 more countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 421 | 131 | Japanese hosts 290 more foreign missions than Philippines. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Philippines travel to Japan in one year?
The number of visitors from Philippines visiting Japan in 2018 was approximately 503,976.
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I am a holder of a Philippine passport but is in the United States on a trip. Can I apply for a Japanese visa here in the United States? I was previously issued a 5 year Japanese visa which expired in 2022.
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