JapanSlovenia: Visa-free

JapanSlovenia

Do Japan passport holders need a visa for Slovenia?

Visa-free

No. Japan passport holders do not need a visa to visit Slovenia 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 of2026-10-14

Distance9,406 km, straight line (~11h 34m nonstop)

Visa-free access to Slovenia138 of 242 nationalities tracked

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

Slovenia 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 Slovenia?

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

How long can Japan citizens stay in Slovenia without a visa?

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

How far is Slovenia from Japan?

About 9,406 km in a straight line, roughly ~11h 34m nonstop by air.

What currency is used in Slovenia?

Euro (EUR).

What is the emergency number in Slovenia?

112 / 113.

Does Slovenia drive on the same side of the road as Japan?

Slovenia 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.

What time zone is Slovenia in?

Ljubljana (UTC+2).

What is the nearest airport to Ljubljana?

Ljubljana Jože Pučnik Airport (LJU), about 19 km away.

How many countries can enter Slovenia without a visa?

138 of the 242 nationalities this site tracks can enter Slovenia 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 ≈ 158.45 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	9.9°C	2.7°C	137mm	193h
February	11.4°C	2.5°C	38mm	248h
March	14°C	5°C	133mm	234h
April	16°C	7.7°C	177mm	281h
May	22.1°C	15.3°C	130mm	258h
June	25.9°C	19.7°C	199mm	239h
July	26.8°C	22.3°C	340mm	127h
August	31.8°C	25.1°C	44mm	372h
September	27.2°C	22.1°C	145mm	209h
October	20.3°C	14°C	240mm	188h
November	17.1°C	8.8°C	39mm	238h
December	11.1°C	2.4°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

September 21, 2026敬老の日

September 23, 2026秋分の日

October 12, 2026スポーツの日

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About Slovenia

Slovenia, officially the Republic of Slovenia, is a country in Central Europe. It borders Italy to its west, Austria to its north, Hungary to its northeast, and Croatia to the its south and southeast; its southwestern boundary consists of a 46.6-kilometre (29.0 mi) coastline on the Adriatic Sea. The country is mostly mountainous and forested, covering 20,271 square kilometres (7,827 sq mi). Its population is approximately 2.1 million people. Slovene is the official language. Slovenia has a predominantly temperate continental climate, with the exception of the Slovene Littoral and the Julian Alps. Ljubljana, the capital and largest city, is geographically situated near the centre of the country. Other urban centers include Maribor, Ptuj, Kranj, Celje, Koper, Novo Mesto, Velenje, Nova Gorica, Sežana, Murska Sobota, and Jesenice.

CapitalLjubljana

RegionCentral Europe

Population2.1M

Area20,273 km²

CurrencyEuro (1 USD ≈ 0.89 EUR)

LanguagesSlovene

Calling code+386

Drives on theright

TimezoneLjubljana (UTC+2)

Nearest airportLjubljana Jože Pučnik Airport (LJU), 19 km

Emergency number112 / 113

UNESCO sites5

Income levelHigh income

GDP per capita$37,376 (2025)

Tourist arrivals1.2M (2020)

Climate in Ljubljana

Warmest August, coolest January, driest April, sunniest July. Best time to visit: July, August.

Monthly climate normals for Ljubljana, 2020
Month	High	Low	Rainfall	Sunshine
January	6.5°C	-3.8°C	24mm	197h
February	10.8°C	-0.2°C	45mm	207h
March	11.6°C	0.9°C	90mm	251h
April	18.3°C	3.4°C	20mm	354h
May	19.6°C	8.6°C	130mm	334h
June	23.2°C	13.4°C	130mm	339h
July	26.3°C	14.4°C	123mm	401h
August	26.8°C	16.2°C	121mm	330h
September	22.3°C	11.5°C	158mm	305h
October	15.8°C	6.9°C	183mm	221h
November	9.4°C	1.3°C	54mm	189h
December	4.9°C	0.1°C	196mm	67h

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

Slovenia is a country in central Europe that lies in the eastern Alps, at the northern end of the Adriatic Sea. It is sometimes considered to be a Balkan country. Despite its small size, Slovenia has a surprising variety of terrain, ranging from the beaches of the Mediterranean to the peaks of the Julian Alps and the rolling hills of the south. Slovenia is also home to some of the finest scenery in the "New Europe". The transition from socialism to the European common market economy has gone well and serves as a model for other nations on the same track to follow.

UNESCO World Heritage Sites

Ancient and Primeval Beech Forests of the Carpathians and Other Regions of Europe
Heritage of Mercury. Almadén and Idrija
The works of Jože Plečnik in Ljubljana – Human Centred Urban Design
prehistoric pile dwellings around the Alps
Škocjan Caves

Upcoming public holidays

October 31, 2026dan reformacije

November 1, 2026dan spomina na mrtve

December 25, 2026božič

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