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China passport to Japan
The matrix records an eVisa track for Chinese passports to Japan. Tourist filings are still often lodged via appointed agencies or a mission, for 15 / 30 / 90 days, and cannot be switched to work status in Japan. Snapshot 2026-10.
Short answer: China passport holders need an eVisa for Japan, applied for online before travel.
Single-entry and 3-/5-year multiple-entry visas have different bars: travel history, funds and stable employment. Keep about six months’ validity and a blank visa page. Agency lists change — check MOFA and the local mission.
Snapshot 2026-10 · This week · Passport-index source
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Key facts
- Japan lets 74 of 198 passports in without a prior visa — China is not one of them.
- China passports get “eVisa” at 37 of 198 destinations.
- In the other direction, Japan passports get “Visa free” in China.
Nearby passports travelling to Japan
Before you fly
- Remaining validityOften 6 months’ validity remaining
- Blank visa pagesAbout 1 blank visa page
- Photo spec35 × 45 mm
Flights, eSIM and insurance are third-party. Visatu does not take payment.
Flight corridor
Direct flights
ChinaJapan- Typical duration
- 2.7 hours
- From
- PVG · PEK · DLC
- To
- NRT · KIX · NGO
Airlines Japan Airlines, China Eastern Airlines, All Nippon Airways, Air China
Search live faresDuration is a great-circle estimate between main airports. Direct corridors come from the OpenFlights public snapshot — check the carrier or Google Flights for times and prices.
China
Country profile
Capital
Beijing
Population
1.41 billion
Area
9,596,960 km²
Currency
Chinese yuan CNY
Languages
Chinese
Time zone
UTC+08:00
Foreign-born
1.6 million · 2024
Migrant share
0.1%
Ethnic groups · 2021
- Han Chinese91.1%
- ethnic minorities8.9%
Foreign-born counts are UN international migrant stock via the World Bank (mostly 2024). Ethnic groups follow each country's published categories — most do not census by skin colour. Indicative only.
Japan
Country profile
Capital
Tokyo
Population
123.3 million
Area
377,835 km²
Currency
Japanese yen JPY
Languages
Japanese
Time zone
UTC+09:00
Foreign-born
3.4 million · 2024
Migrant share
2.8%
Ethnic groups · 2022
- Japanese97.5%
- other1.2%
- Chinese0.6%
- Vietnam0.4%
- South Korean0.3%
Foreign-born counts are UN international migrant stock via the World Bank (mostly 2024). Ethnic groups follow each country's published categories — most do not census by skin colour. Indicative only.
Travel notes
Plug
Type A / Type B
Mains
100 V · 50 Hz
Driving
Left
Emergency
Police 110 · Ambulance 119
Dialing code
+81
Airports
NRT · KIX · HND · NGO
Highlights
- Mount Fuji
- Fushimi Inari
- Kiyomizu-dera
- Itsukushima
- Kinkaku-ji
- Tōdai-ji
China · eVisa
FAQ
Does a China passport need a visa for Japan?
The matrix records an eVisa track for Chinese passports to Japan. Tourist filings are still often lodged via appointed agencies or a mission, for 15 / 30 / 90 days, and cannot be switched to work status in Japan.
How long can you stay?
No single stay length is recorded. Check Japan immigration or a mission.
Passport validity and blank pages?
Japan typically wants about 6 months’ remaining validity and 1 blank visa page. Photo spec is often 35 × 45 mm. Confirm with a Japan mission.
What about a Japan passport entering China?
The reverse result is “Visa free”.
Is Japan visa-free for a Chinese passport?
No. The matrix lists eVisa. Most applicants still file a temporary visitor visa through an appointed agency or mission. Event or cruise waivers are not a general tourist exemption.
What does a Japan visa need?
Typically passport, photo, itinerary, tickets, hotel, employment and funds. Mainland filings often go through appointed agencies. Use the list from the mission that covers your residence.
How do you apply for Japan as a visitor?
Temporary visitor visa：Usually 15 / 30 / 90 days。File itinerary, funds and employment proof at a Japanese mission or designated agent. Chinese passports are often lodged via appointed travel agencies. Visa-exempt entries receive a period of stay at the border and cannot switch to work status in Japan.