JapanÅland Islands: Visa-free

JapanÅland Islands

Do Japan passport holders need a visa for Åland Islands?

Visa-free

No. Japan passport holders do not need a visa to visit Åland Islands for tourism for stays of up to 3 months within any 180-day period.

No visa is required for a short tourist stay. Travel on a valid passport alone.

Source: eur-lex.europa.eu (checked September 3, 2026).

RequirementVisa-free

Maximum stay3 months within any 180-day period

ScopeTourism, ordinary passport

Action before travelNone, travel on your passport

Data as of2026-10-21

Visa-free access to Åland Islands139 of 243 nationalities tracked

Travelling the other way? Finland passport holders visiting Japan: Visa-free.

Åland Islands drives on the right, the opposite side to Japan. If you're renting a car, budget extra care at first, especially at junctions and roundabouts.

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Frequently asked questions

Do Japan passport holders need a visa for Åland Islands?

No. Japan passport holders do not need a visa to visit Åland Islands for tourism for stays of up to 3 months within any 180-day period.

How long can Japan citizens stay in Åland Islands without a visa?

Up to 3 months within any 180-day period, for tourism, ordinary passport.

What currency is used in Åland Islands?

Euro (EUR).

What is the emergency number in Åland Islands?

112.

Does Åland Islands drive on the same side of the road as Japan?

Åland Islands drives on the right, the opposite side to Japan. If you're renting a car, budget extra care at first, especially at junctions and roundabouts.

How many countries can enter Åland Islands without a visa?

139 of the 243 nationalities this site tracks can enter Åland Islands visa-free, with a visa on arrival, or with an eTA.

Visa rules change frequently and can depend on your specific circumstances. This site is compiled from public government sources and is provided for general information only. Always confirm requirements with the official immigration authority or a consulate of your destination before you travel.

About Japan

Japan is an island country in East Asia. Located in the Pacific Ocean off the northeast coast of the Asian mainland, it is bordered to the west by the Sea of Japan, the Sea of Okhotsk in the north, and the East China Sea in the south. The Japanese archipelago consists of four major islands alongside over 14,000 smaller islands. Japan is divided into 47 administrative prefectures and eight traditional regions, and around 75% of its terrain is mountainous and heavily forested, concentrating its agriculture and highly urbanized population along its eastern coastal plains. With a population of almost 123 million as of 2026, it is the world's 11th most populous country. Tokyo is the country's capital and largest city.

CapitalTokyo

RegionEastern Asia

Population123.4M

Area377,930 km²

CurrencyJapanese yen (1 USD ≈ 158.13 JPY)

LanguagesJapanese

Calling code+81

Drives on theleft

TimezoneTokyo (UTC+9)

Nearest airportTokyo Haneda International Airport (HND), 13 km

Emergency number110 / 118 / 119

UNESCO sites32

Income levelHigh income

GDP per capita$35,951 (2025)

Tourist arrivals4.1M (2020)

Climate in Tokyo

Warmest August, coolest January, driest December, sunniest August. Best time to visit: May, August.

Monthly climate normals for Tokyo, 2020
Month	High	Low	Rainfall	Sunshine
January	10°C	2.6°C	137mm	193h
February	11.4°C	2.4°C	38mm	248h
March	14°C	4.9°C	132mm	234h
April	16°C	7.6°C	177mm	281h
May	22.1°C	15.2°C	130mm	258h
June	25.9°C	19.7°C	199mm	239h
July	26.8°C	22.2°C	341mm	127h
August	31.8°C	25°C	45mm	372h
September	27.2°C	22°C	144mm	209h
October	20.3°C	13.9°C	240mm	188h
November	17.1°C	8.6°C	39mm	238h
December	11.1°C	2.2°C	20mm	224h

Avg. high/low, °C (left axis) Rainfall, mm (bar maxes out at 250mm/month)

Daily normals for 2020. Hover a month for exact figures.

Travel guide

Japan, known as Nihon or Nippon (日本) in Japanese, is an island nation in East Asia. Its insular character has allowed it to develop a unique and very intricate culture, while its closeness to other ancient East Asian cultures, in particular China, has left lasting influence. Despite belonging to a nation long at war, Japan's people have always placed emphasis on inner balance, tranquility and natural beauty. These traditional values have become increasingly important now that Japan has grown to be one of the world's most densely-populated countries, and its legendary work ethic makes life in its cities quite hectic.

UNESCO World Heritage Sites

Amami-Ōshima Island, Tokunoshima Island, northern part of Okinawa Island, and Iriomote Island
Ancient Capitals of Asuka and Fujiwara
Buddhist Monuments in the Hōryū-ji Area
Fujisan, sacred place and source of artistic inspiration
Gusuku Sites and Related Properties of the Kingdom of Ryukyu
Hidden Christian Sites in the Nagasaki Region
Higashi Kairō
Himeji Castle
Hiraizumi – Temples, Gardens and Archaeological Sites Representing the Buddhist Pure Land
Hiroshima Peace Memorial

Upcoming public holidays

November 3, 2026文化の日

November 23, 2026勤労感謝の日

January 1, 2027元日

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About Åland Islands

Åland is an autonomous and demilitarised region of Finland. Receiving its autonomy in 1920, it is the smallest region of Finland by both area and population (30,654), constituting 0.51% of Finland's land area and 0.54% of its population. Its official language is Swedish and the capital city is Mariehamn.

RegionNorthern Europe

Area1,580 km²

CurrencyEuro (1 USD ≈ 0.89 EUR)

LanguagesSwedish

Calling code+35818

Drives on theright

Emergency number112

Climate in Åland Islands

Warmest August, coolest February, driest August, sunniest June.

Monthly climate normals for Åland Islands, 2020
Month	High	Low	Rainfall	Sunshine
January	5°C	1.9°C	37mm	95h
February	4°C	0°C	30mm	168h
March	4.4°C	-0.2°C	50mm	247h
April	7.7°C	1.6°C	30mm	356h
May	11.1°C	4.2°C	71mm	414h
June	20.2°C	12.1°C	39mm	471h
July	18.2°C	12.9°C	81mm	433h
August	20.2°C	14.2°C	23mm	420h
September	16.1°C	11.7°C	37mm	272h
October	11.1°C	7.6°C	91mm	157h
November	8.1°C	5.1°C	57mm	98h
December	4.7°C	2.3°C	90mm	13h

Avg. high/low, °C (left axis) Rainfall, mm (bar maxes out at 250mm/month)

Daily normals for 2020. Hover a month for exact figures.

Travel guide

The Åland Islands in the Baltic Sea are known for their extensive maritime history, relatively warm and sunny weather compared to the rest of the region, and popular outdoor activities. Although the islands are part of Finland, they form a self-governing autonomous territory. The islands' approximately 30,000 inhabitants (2021) mostly speak a local dialect of Swedish.

Upcoming public holidays

November 7, 2026Alla helgons dag

December 6, 2026Självständighetsdagen

December 24, 2026Julafton

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