South Africa to Japan: Visa Requirements
South Africa passport holders must apply for an electronic visa (e-Visa) before traveling to Japan. Applications are submitted online and approvals typically take 24–72 hours. Apply only through the official government portal. The primary international gateway is Narita International Airport (NRT) in Tokyo.
Local currency: JPY (Japanese Yen) · Official language: Japanese · Timezone: UTC+9
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Getting to Japan
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Osaka
Discover Japan
Mount Fuji
Japan's sacred volcanic peak, a perfect cone above the clouds
Shizuoka
Fushimi Inari Shrine
Thousands of vermillion torii gates winding through a misty forest
Kyoto
Shibuya Crossing
The world's busiest intersection, a pulse of neon and motion
Tokyo
Arashiyama Bamboo Grove
Towering bamboo stalks creating an ethereal green cathedral
Kyoto
Entry Checklist — Japan
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Verify requirements directly with Japan's government website.
Visit official visa portal