Service Guide
Traffic Rules/Traffic Signs
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 seats
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 phones
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
Yield
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