Visa-free entry into Japan and passport expiration date [duplicate]

I recently went on holiday to Japan for 3 weeks. I knew my passport was getting close to expiry, but my trip was entirely within the validity period, and I read that Japan didn't have minimum validity requirements (Minimum passport validity for travelling to Japan).

I got through immigration with no worries. I looked at my landing permission sticker and was mildly interested to note that the 90-day period of stay ended exactly when my passport expired - clearly they'd just cut down the period to match my passport validity. Except they didn't. I checked my partner's sticker and it had exactly the same period as mine, and she has years left on her passport. By sheer luck, I had exactly 90 days left on my passport.

Not that I ever intend on doing this again, but I was wondering what would have happened if I had less than 90 days on my passport? Would the period match my passport validity, or would something else happen?

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Can I stay in Japan with expired passport?

Many of our clients have expiring (or expired) passports and are worried if they can continue with their Japanese visa applications. Visa applications at the Immigration Bureau can be done with an expired passport. However, in these cases, you must submit a document explaining why you do not possess a valid passport.

Can I travel to Japan with visa on old passport?

An unexpired visa in an expired passport may be used provided the passenger also carries a second valid passport which must be officially bound with the expired one. A valid visa in an expired passport can be transferred to the valid passport by any Japanese consulate.

Does Japan require 6 months passport validity?

You must have a valid passport and an onward/return ticket for tourist/business "visa free" stays of up to 90 days. Your passport must be valid for the entire time you are staying in Japan.

What happens if re-entry permit expires Japan?

In principle, if the period of validity of the permit has expired, it cannot be extended. If you leave the country on a special re-entry permit, the period of validity cannot be extended. All applications must be done thru accredited travel agencies. For lost passports with re-entry permit, please ask relatives etc.

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