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Consulate General of Japan in Chennai, India

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Consulate General of Japan in Chennai, India, located at No. 12/1, Cenetoph Road, 1st Street. View a location map, get driving directions or find information about the address, consular jurisdiction, consular services, visa list, upcoming holidays, office hours, and head of mission (HOM).

  • Consulate General Address

    No. 12/1, Cenetoph Road, 1st Street
    Teynampet
    Chennai, Tamil Nadu 600018
    India

  • Telephone

    +91 44 2432 3860, +91 44 2432 3861, +91 44 2432 3862, +91 44 2432 3863

  • Fax

    +91 44 2432 3859

  • Email

  • Office Hours

    Wednesday 9:00 AM–5:45 PM
    Thursday 9:00 AM–5:45 PM
    Friday 9:00 AM–5:45 PM
    Saturday Closed
    Sunday Closed
    Monday 9:00 AM–5:45 PM
    Tuesday 9:00 AM–5:45 PM

    Status: 🟢 Open now – Closes at 5:45 PM

    🕒 Current time in Chennai: 2:47 PM, Wednesday June 10, 2026

  • Consular Jurisdiction

    Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, Kerala, and the Union Territory of Puducherry.

Location Map

Located at No. 12/1, Cenetoph Road, 1st Street, the consulate is near key landmarks like Kapaleeshwarar Temple and Valluvar Kottam. Use the map below for detailed directions and nearby points of interest.

Location map of the Consulate General of Japan in Chennai, India

Upcoming Holidays

Please note that the Consulate General may be closed on the following holidays. We recommend contacting the Consulate General directly to confirm their operating hours or availability on these dates.

  • Muharram/Ashura: June 26 Flag of India
  • Marine Day: July 20 Flag of Japan
  • Mountain Day: August 11 Flag of Japan
  • Independence Day: August 15 Flag of India

Visa Requirements

If you hold an Indian passport, you are required to obtain an eVisa or eTA to enter Japan.

Note: Visa requirements are determined by your nationality and the reason for your visit. Exceptions may arise based on the length of stay, specific conditions, or travel purpose.

Common Visa Types

Citizens of qualified countries may be able to travel to Japan without a visa. The most common types of Japan visas are the following.

  • Diplomatic or official visa
  • Transit visa
  • Tourist visa (within 90 days)
  • Visa for visiting relatives and acquaintances (within 90 days)
  • Visa for business, conference, or seminar participation
  • Working visa (professor, artist, journalist, researcher, engineer, skilled labor, etc.)
  • The study, cultural activities, and related visas
  • Designated activities visa (Spouse of Japanese/ Permanent resident and related visas)

Head of Mission

Muneo Takahashi, Consul General

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Passport Services

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Consular Assistance

Japanese embassies and consulates provide consular assistance and support to Japanese citizens abroad, including in cases of emergency and other consular services.

Notarial and Legalization Services

Japanese embassies and consulates offer notarial services, including notarization of documents, authentication of signatures, and legalization of documents to use in foreign countries.

Visa Services

Japanese embassies and consulates process visa applications for foreign nationals who wish to visit Japan for tourism, work, study, business, or other purposes.

Online Resources

Explore the consulate and the services it offers. Visit their official website or follow them on their social media platforms.

Additional Missions in India

Besides Consulate General of Japan in Chennai, India, Japan also has 4 representations in the following cities of India:


View All Diplomatic Missions of Japan in India

Diplomatic Missions in Neighboring Countries

Explore the diplomatic missions of Japan in neighboring countries or regions of India.

India in Japan

India has 2 representations in the following cities:

Nearby Landmarks

  • Kapaleeshwarar Temple (2.32 km away)

    12, North Mada Street, Mylapore, Chennai, Tamil Nadu 600004, India

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  • Valluvar Kottam (2.40 km away)

    Kodambakkam High Road, Nungambakkam, Chennai, Tamil Nadu 600034, India

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  • Thousand Lights Mosque (2.49 km away)

    Anna Salai, Royapettah, Chennai, Tamil Nadu 600006, India

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  • San Thome Basilica (3.26 km away)

    38, Santhome High Road, Chennai, Tamil Nadu 600004, India

    Get Directions
  • Elliot's Beach (4.68 km away)

    Besant Nagar, Chennai, Tamil Nadu 600090, India

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  • Government Museum (4.13 km away)

    Pantheon Road, Egmore, Chennai, Tamil Nadu 600008, India

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This page was last edited on 07 May 2026 at 10:54 PM (EST).

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