Canada to Japan: No Visa Needed, Visa-Free 90 Days (2026)
Canada passport holders do not need a visa to enter Japan for short-term stays of up to 90 days (tourism, business meetings, transit).
Last verified: Source last changed: Source: MOFA
Canada
Visa-freeMaximum stay: 90 days
Required documents
- Valid passport
- Return or onward ticket (recommended)
Information is based on publicly available data as of 2026-09-05. Always confirm with the nearest Japanese embassy/consulate before travel.
Where Canada nationals apply
Applications are handled by the Japanese diplomatic mission with jurisdiction over your place of residence. These are the missions in Canada:
- Embassy of Japan↗
- Consulate-General in Calgary↗
- Consulate-General in Montreal↗
- Consulate-General in Toronto↗
- Consulate-General in Vancouver↗
Address and telephone
Embassy of Japan in Canada, 255 Sussex Drive, Ottawa, Ontario K1N 9E6, Canada. Tel:(1-613)241-8541 Consulate-General of Japan in Calgary, Suite 950, 517-10th Avenue SW Calgary, Alberta T2R 0A8 Tel:(1-403)294-0782 Consulate-General of Japan in Montreal, 1, Place Ville Marie, Bureau 3333 Montreal (Quebec) CANADA H3B 3N2 Tel:(1-514)866-3429 Consulate-General of Japan in Toronto, Suite 3300, 77 King St. W, Toronto, Ontario, M5K 2A1, Canada. Tel:(1-416)363-7038 Consulate-General of Japan in Vancouver, 900-1177 West Hastings Street, Vancouver, B.C., V6E 2K9, Canada. Tel:(1-604)684-5868Jurisdiction varies by prefecture/region of residence — confirm with the mission before applying.
Mission list from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Japan →
Other routes for Canada nationals
Beyond short-term entry, Canada passport holders may also be eligible for these residence routes.
Working Holiday
Canada has a bilateral working holiday arrangement with Japan.
Age 18–30 · up to 12 months · Annual cap: 6,500
See details →
Digital Nomad visa
Canada is on the eligible list for the Designated Activities (Digital Nomad) visa.
Up to 180 days · annual income of ¥10,000,000 or more required
See details →
Frequently asked questions
- How long can a Canada passport holder stay in Japan without a visa?
- Canada passport holders can stay in Japan for up to 90 days without a visa for short-term stays such as tourism.
- Are there any conditions on the visa exemption for Canada?
- No. Canada passport holders are covered by the standard visa exemption with no additional passport or registration requirements. A passport valid for the stay is sufficient.
- Can I extend my visa-free stay in Japan?
- In general, visa-free stays cannot be extended, but exceptions exist for some countries covered by bilateral agreements. Contact a Regional Immigration Bureau before your permitted stay expires.
- Can I work remotely on a visa-free stay?
- Short-term visa-free stays do not permit employment in Japan. For remote work, consider the Digital Nomad visa.