Japan
Japan Fully Reopens: Visa-Free Travel Restored, All COVID-19 Protocols Lifted
Japan has fully reopened for visa-free, independent travel to most nationalities, with all COVID-19 entry protocols and mask recommendations now removed.
Verified entry info for Japan
If you're travelling to Japan and need an eVisa or eTA, apply only through the official government portal (last verified 2026-06-20).
EntryCheck summarises the update and points to official portals. It doesn't decide whether you need a visa. Confirm on the official site.