Information on Driving in Japan

This section provides information on the driving rules in Japan, as well as other details for a safe drive.If you wish to make your trip to remember, we recommend hiring a car. Rent a car and you may go to remote hot springs or many other Japan’s beautiful scenic areas. Driving in Japan in a rental car is not difficult as long as you know the rules. Enjoy driving!

First, let's watch the explanatory video.

Driver’s License

Driver’s License

This section provides an explanation of the driver’s license required to drive in Japan.

Traffic Rules in Japan

Traffic Rules in Japan

Explains the traffic rules in Japan.

Please read carefully before driving.

Parking Violations

Parking Violations

The traffic rules in Japan enforce strict regulation upon no-parking areas.

ETC

ETC

ETC (Electronic Toll Collection) is a cashless payment system for passing through toll gates. This section provides an explanation on how-to-use and the cost-efficient Expressway Passes.

Winter Driving Tips

Winter Driving Tips

This section lists down tips for driving safely in Japan during winter, as well as precautions to take when driving in the snow.