Access
Visa free
FStay 90 days
Policy · Hong KongGuides · Hong KongPassport Atlas
Japan passport to Hong Kong
Yes — Japan passport holders can visit Hong Kong without a visa for up to 90 days.
Snapshot 2026-10 · This week · Passport-index source
The other way
Visa free
FStay 90 days
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Key facts
- Hong Kong lets 147 of 198 passports in without a prior visa — Japan is one of them.
- Japan passports get “Visa free” at 114 of 198 destinations.
- Travel is open both ways: Hong Kong passports also enter Japan without a prior visa.
Nearby passports travelling to Hong Kong
Open to Japan passports near Hong Kong
Before you fly
- Remaining validityOften 6 months’ validity remaining
- Blank visa pagesAbout 1 blank visa page
- Photo spec40 × 50 mm
Flight corridor
Direct flights
JapanHong Kong- Typical duration
- 3.5 hours
- From
- KIX · NRT · HND
- To
- HKG
Airlines Cathay Pacific, Japan Airlines, All Nippon Airways, Hong Kong Express Airways
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.
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.
Hong Kong
Country profile
Capital
Hong Kong
Population
7.5 million
Area
1,092 km²
Currency
Hong Kong dollar HKD
Languages
Chinese, English
Time zone
UTC+08:00
Foreign-born
3.1 million · 2024
Migrant share
41.3%
Ethnic groups · 2021
- Chinese91.6%
- other3.7%
- Filipino2.7%
- Indonesian1.9%
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.
Travel notes
Plug
Type G
Mains
230 V · 50 Hz
Driving
Left
Emergency
Police 999 · Ambulance 999
Dialing code
+852
Airports
HKG · HHP
Highlights
- Victoria Harbour
- Tian Tan Buddha
- The Peak
- Avenue of Stars
Japan · Visa free
FAQ
Does a Japan passport need a visa for Hong Kong?
On the 2026-10 matrix the result is “Visa free”. typical stay 90 days. Rules change — check the carrier and mission before you fly.
How long can you stay?
The matrix records a typical stay of 90 days. The entry stamp, eTA or visa page is authoritative.
Passport validity and blank pages?
Hong Kong typically wants about 6 months’ remaining validity and 1 blank visa page. Photo spec is often 40 × 50 mm. Confirm with a Hong Kong mission.
What about a Hong Kong passport entering Japan?
The reverse result is “Visa free”.
How do you apply for Hong Kong as a visitor?
Visit visa / visa-free：7–90 days depending on passport。Foreign passports are visa-free or pre-cleared by nationality. Visitors cannot take paid work.