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🇯🇵 Japan Resume Photo Specs 2026

For Japanese job hunting (shūkatsu). Photos within 3 months recommended. Business suit practically required.

30x40 white
Japan Resume Photo photo specs guide
📐 Size30x40
🎨 Backgroundwhite

Detailed Requirements

😐For Japanese job hunting (shūkatsu)
👓Photos within 3 months recommended
💇Business suit practically required
✅ Acceptable Photo
Front-facing · Neutral · White BG
  • ✅ Face the camera directly
  • ✅ Neutral expression
  • ✅ Mouth closed
  • ✅ Light, uniform background
  • ✅ No shadows on face
  • ✅ Taken within last 6 months
❌ Rejected Photo
Tilted · Shadow · Hair
  • ❌ Hats or head coverings
  • ❌ Sunglasses or tinted lenses
  • ❌ Excessive photo editing
  • ❌ Anything obscuring the face

Top 5 Rejection Reasons

Frequently Asked Questions

Is a suit required for Japanese resume photos?
Not legally, but practically required for job hunting. Black or navy suit is standard.

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