Sharoshi Exam Application Photo Requirements Guide

Face Photo Requirements

Your face photo must meet these conditions:

• Only the applicant appears, facing forward
• Recent photo (taken within the last 6 months)
• Face not tilted left or right
• Normal expression (not smiling too much)
• Full face visible with clear face contour

Eyes & Glasses

• Eyes fully open and clearly visible
• No hair covering from eyebrows to cheeks
• No spectacles or glasses
• No colored contact lenses
• No red eyes or reflections

Background & Clothing

• Plain white or light-colored background
• No shadows in the background
• No borders around the photo
• Head coverings removed (unless religious)

Image Quality

• In focus and sharp
• Not too dark, no excessive glare
• No editing that changes your appearance
• 1200px longest side

File Format & Size

• Face photo: JPEG, under 3MB, 1200px longest side
• Certificate: PDF, under 5MB
• This app automatically adjusts file sizes

Certificate PDF

You need to upload your certificate:

• Capture or import the entire certificate
• Make sure all text is clearly readable
• The app converts to PDF and compresses to under 5MB

Helpful Application Info

• The Sharoshi Exam application period is announced annually
• You must meet the eligibility requirements to apply
• Apply only at sharosi-siken.or.jp/ — the official site
• Examination fee is non-refundable once paid

App Scope

• This app supports file creation for Sharoshi Exam applications
• This app is a file preparation tool, not an application service
• Please check the official website for the latest application information