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South African Embassy in Japan

1 embassy

South Africa is represented in Japan by 1 mission: an embassy in Tokyo. South Africa admits Japanese citizens without a visa for stays of up to 90 days.

South African Embassy in Tokyo

At 4rth Floor, Hanzomon First Building, 1-4 Kojimachi - CHIYODA-KU, Tokyo, 102-0083, the South African embassy represents South Africa towards Japan. Its phone number and website are on its page.

South Africa visa for Japanese citizens

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Japanese citizens can visit South Africa without a visa for up to 90 days.

Japan’s missions in South Africa

Missions of Japan in South Africa (2)

In return, Japan has 2 missions in South Africa, including its embassy in Pretoria.

Good to know

South Africa in Japan

Worldwide, South Africa has 202 missions in 129 countries; one of them is in Japan.

Travel to Japan for South African citizens

South African citizens need an e-Visa for Japan, applied for online before travel. In Japan, South African citizens can turn to the South African embassy for passports and emergency help.

When the South African embassy in Japan is closed

The South African embassy in Japan closes on Japan’s public holidays, the next being Labour Thanksgiving Day on Monday 23 November 2026, New Year's Day on Friday 1 January 2027 and Coming of Age Day on Monday 11 January 2027, and usually on some holidays of South Africa, such as Day of Reconciliation on Wednesday 16 December 2026.

Frequently asked questions

Where is the South African embassy in Japan?

The South African embassy is in Tokyo, at 4rth Floor, Hanzomon First Building, 1-4 Kojimachi - CHIYODA-KU, Tokyo, 102-0083.

Do Japanese citizens need a visa for South Africa?

Japanese citizens can visit South Africa without a visa for up to 90 days.

Do South African citizens need a visa for Japan?

South African citizens need a visa for Japan, which they can apply for online as an e-Visa.

Does Japan have an embassy in South Africa?

Yes, Japan has its embassy in Pretoria, along with 1 other mission in South Africa.