Consulate-General of Japan in Detroit

The Consulate-General of Japan in Detroit serves as the official diplomatic mission representing the Government of Japan to Michigan and Ohio. Located in the Renaissance Center in downtown Detroit, the Consulate provides comprehensive visa services including temporary visitor visas, work and long-term stay visas, transit visas, and online visa applications through Japan eVisa. The office handles judicial document services, evidence procedures for Japan-related legal matters, and facilitates foreign direct investment initiatives. Beyond visa administration, the Consulate actively promotes bilateral relations between Japan and the Great Lakes region through multiple channels. The organization manages the prestigious JET Program and MEXT Scholarship opportunities, supporting educational exchange and professional development. Staff assist with travel insurance information, guidance for visiting Japan, and resources for those planning extended stays. The Consulate also coordinates cultural and educational programming, manages sister-city and sister-state relationships between Michigan-Shiga Prefecture and Ohio-Saitama Prefecture, and provides information about Japan-related events throughout the region. With jurisdiction over two states and serving approximately 24,000 Japanese nationals in Michigan and Ohio, the Consulate represents a vital connection between Japanese and American governments, businesses, universities, and communities.