Jurisdiction matters in the Pacific Northwest because three Japanese posts divide the region. The Embassy’s directory, updated in April 2026, assigns Washington, Montana and Idaho counties north of Idaho County to Seattle. Portland handles Oregon and Southern Idaho, while Alaska has its own Consular Office in Anchorage. An older Seattle webpage may still show Alaska, so this guide follows the more recent federal directory and the other offices’ territorial pages.
The Consulate-General is at 701 Pike Street, Suite 1000, Seattle, WA 98101; the telephone is (206) 682-9107. Consular window services are appointment-only, Monday to Friday, 9:00–11:30 a.m. and 1:00–4:30 p.m., except holidays. Official visitor instructions also require security screening and prohibit weapons, knives and other hazardous items. Bring identification and arrange the appointment before travelling to the building.
For Japanese nationals, official channels separate passports and certificates, general enquiries, visas, culture, education, scholarships and the JET Program. The consular catalogue includes travel documents, certificates, family notifications and administrative matters connected with residence abroad. Forms and checklists are organized by category; the exact certificate requested by a Japanese authority determines which application and evidence are appropriate.
Visas for travel to Japan follow a different route from services for Japanese nationals. Eligibility depends on nationality, purpose and length of stay, and the applicant must reside within the consulate’s district. The office also publishes an annual fee schedule with a defined validity period; for July 1, 2026 through March 31, 2027, it specifies exact-cash payment for fee-bearing categories, with no coins, cards or personal checks. Check the current table and whether your nationality is exempt before preparing payment.
The website also describes economic, cultural and educational outreach in a region with business and academic ties to Japan. Consul-General Iyori appears at the office’s 2026 official reception. These programs are not consular procedures and do not replace individual guidance from the visa or passport section. Before a visit, check the holiday calendar, appointment and correct section; phone and email contacts are divided by subject.
We could not confidently identify one current Google Maps listing for the consulate suite, so we publish no score or review count. The profile gathers verified access, hours, contacts and services, and explains Idaho’s operational boundary to help visitors avoid being sent to Seattle when Portland or Anchorage is responsible.
Sources consulted
- About Us: appointments, address and current office hours — Consulate-General of Japan in Seattle.
- Embassy and Consulates: U.S. jurisdiction directory — Embassy of Japan in the United States.
- Passport application and services — Consulate-General of Japan in Seattle.
- Consular procedures and certificates — Consulate-General of Japan in Seattle.
- Visa information — Consulate-General of Japan in Seattle.
- Consul-General Iyori at 2026 New Year Reception — Consulate-General of Japan in Seattle.
- Other Offices: Anchorage and Portland — Consulate-General of Japan in Seattle.
- Exact-address Google Maps search — Google Maps.
- About Us: appointments, address and current office hours — Consulate-General of Japan in Seattle.
- Embassy and Consulates: U.S. jurisdiction directory — Embassy of Japan in the United States.
- Passport application and services — Consulate-General of Japan in Seattle.
- Consular procedures and certificates — Consulate-General of Japan in Seattle.
- Visa information — Consulate-General of Japan in Seattle.
- Consul-General Iyori at 2026 New Year Reception — Consulate-General of Japan in Seattle.
- Other Offices: Anchorage and Portland — Consulate-General of Japan in Seattle.
- Exact-address Google Maps search — Google Maps.
Information checked on October 19, 2026 against official pages and the exact Google Maps listing. Requirements and hours can change; confirm the specific procedure before travelling.
First confirm the Idaho county, then contact the correct section. Seattle’s consular service requires an appointment and security screening.
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Consulate-General of Japan in Seattle
701 Pike Street, Suite 1000, Seattle, WA 98101
Current district: Washington, Montana and Idaho north of Idaho County. Anchorage serves Alaska; Portland serves Southern Idaho.
Current district: Washington, Montana and Idaho north of Idaho County. Anchorage serves Alaska; Portland serves Southern Idaho.
Sources & references
Sources for the information and reporting discussed in this guide.
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About Us: appointments, address and current office hours ↗
Primary source
Consulate-General of Japan in Seattle · Accessed October 19, 2026
Page dated 2026-01-09; appointment-only window, security screening, address, contacts and hours.
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Embassy and Consulates: U.S. jurisdiction directory ↗
Primary source
Embassy of Japan in the United States · Accessed October 19, 2026
Directory updated 2026-04-08; Washington, Montana and Idaho north of Idaho County; current institutional address.
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Passport application and services ↗
Primary source
Consulate-General of Japan in Seattle · Accessed October 19, 2026
Official passport instructions; confirm case-specific documents and appointment.
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Consular procedures and certificates ↗
Primary source
Consulate-General of Japan in Seattle · Accessed October 19, 2026
Official Japanese-language consular affairs and certificates directory.
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Visa information ↗
Primary source
Consulate-General of Japan in Seattle · Accessed October 19, 2026
Visa section workflow, territorial jurisdiction and guidance.
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Consul-General Iyori at 2026 New Year Reception ↗
Primary source
Consulate-General of Japan in Seattle · Accessed October 19, 2026
Official 2026 event identifies Consul-General Iyori.
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Other Offices: Anchorage and Portland ↗
Primary source
Consulate-General of Japan in Seattle · Accessed October 19, 2026
Cross-reference of neighboring offices; older page is not used to assign Alaska.
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About Us: appointments, address and current office hours ↗
Primary source
Consulate-General of Japan in Seattle · Accessed October 19, 2026
Page dated 2026-01-09; appointment-only window, security screening, address, contacts and hours.
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Embassy and Consulates: U.S. jurisdiction directory ↗
Primary source
Embassy of Japan in the United States · Accessed October 19, 2026
Directory updated 2026-04-08; Washington, Montana and Idaho north of Idaho County; current institutional address.
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Passport application and services ↗
Primary source
Consulate-General of Japan in Seattle · Accessed October 19, 2026
Official passport instructions; confirm case-specific documents and appointment.
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Consular procedures and certificates ↗
Primary source
Consulate-General of Japan in Seattle · Accessed October 19, 2026
Official Japanese-language consular affairs and certificates directory.
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Visa information ↗
Primary source
Consulate-General of Japan in Seattle · Accessed October 19, 2026
Visa section workflow, territorial jurisdiction and guidance.
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Consul-General Iyori at 2026 New Year Reception ↗
Primary source
Consulate-General of Japan in Seattle · Accessed October 19, 2026
Official 2026 event identifies Consul-General Iyori.
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Other Offices: Anchorage and Portland ↗
Primary source
Consulate-General of Japan in Seattle · Accessed October 19, 2026
Cross-reference of neighboring offices; older page is not used to assign Alaska.
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Google Maps listing for Consulate-General of Japan in Seattle ↗
Community source
Google Maps · Accessed October 19, 2026
Direct check of rating, review count, operating status, and address; variable data.
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Google Maps listing for Consulate-General of Japan in Seattle ↗
Community source
Google Maps · Accessed October 19, 2026
Direct check of rating, review count, operating status, and address; variable data.