Traffic Rules

This page explains important traffic rules that one should know when driving in Japan

  • Keeping left
  • Wearing seat belts
    Seat belts are mandated for all seats.
  • Child seatss
    Use of child seats is mandated by law for children under age 6.
  • Strict adherence to speed limits
  • Administrative proceedings and penalties for driving
    under the influence of alcohol
  • Usage of mobile phoness
    Usage of mobile phones and smartphones while driving is prohibited. Please stop the vehicle at a safe location when using such device.
  • Give priority to pedestrians

Traffic Rules

Regulatory Signs

  • Road Closed

  • Closed to All
    Vehicular Traffic

  • No Entry of
    Vehicles

  • No Parking or
    Stopping

  • No Parking

  • No Crossing of
    Vehicles

  • No U-turn

  • Overtaking on
    the Right
    Prohibited

  • Maximum Speed
    Limit

  • Minimum Speed
    Limit

  • slow down

  • Stop Once

  • Advance to Specified Direction Only

Caution Signs

  • Railway Crossing
    Ahead

  • School/
    Kindergarten
    Nearby

  • Traffic Light
    Nearby

  • Falling/Fallen
    Rocks

  • Rough Surface

  • Road Work in
    Progress

  • Crosswind

  • Beware of
    Animals

  • Other Potential
    Dangers

  • Merging Traffic

  • Fewer Lanes
    Ahead

  • Road Narrows
    Ahead

  • Two-way Traffic

  • Steep Upward
    Slope Ahead

  • Steep Downward
    Slope Ahead

Informatory Signs

  • Parking Permitted

  • Stopping
    Permitted

  • Right of Way

  • Center Line

  • Stop Line

  • Crosswalk