The Japanese government has announced that restrictions on new entries of foreign nationals will be lifted, effective October 11, 2022 (midnight, Japan time). Foreign nationals will be allowed to visit Japan for tourism purposes without any limitations of purchasing through a travel agency or traveling as part of a guided tour. Visas are no longer required to enter Japan for short-term stays within 90 days.*
*Visa exemptions for short-term stays apply only if you are a citizen of an eligible country (including the U.S., Canada, and Mexico).
All eligible passengers entering Japan with a valid COVID-19 vaccination certificate no longer need to present a negative COVID-19 test result taken within 72 hours prior to departure. Those who do not meet vaccination requirements still need to present a negative COVID-19 test result before departure. Please click here for details.
For the Japan Ministry of Foreign Affairs Home Page, click here (Japanese page)
For the Japan Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare Home Page, click here.
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Information about travel requirements is subject to change at short notice by the issuing government authorities. Travelers should confirm requirements directly with the offices/websites of the place of origin/destination.