{"id":1859,"date":"2026-10-05T14:40:41","date_gmt":"2026-10-05T05:40:41","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/oiea.jp\/en\/?p=1859"},"modified":"2026-10-05T14:40:43","modified_gmt":"2026-10-05T05:40:43","slug":"updated-road-traffic-rules","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/oiea.jp\/en\/updated-road-traffic-rules\/","title":{"rendered":"Updated Road Traffic Rules!"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

To ensure a safe and comfortable life in Okaya City, let's learn about the updated road traffic rules and important street signs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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1. Speed limit on residential streets is now 30 km\/h!<\/strong> On narrow roads near homes or areas with high pedestrian traffic, driving over 30 km\/h is prohibited.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

  • Why is this changing?<\/strong> On narrow streets, children and elderly pedestrians may unexpectedly step onto the road. Reducing speed helps prevent accidents.<\/li>
  • Even if there is no speed limit sign!<\/strong> Even without a \"30\" sign on the road, narrow streets without a center line are limited to 30 km\/h. Please drive carefully!<\/li><\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n
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    2. Important Road Signs You Frequently See<\/strong> These are critical traffic signs to know when driving a car or riding a bicycle in Japan:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    • Stop Sign (\"\u4e00\u6642\u505c\u6b62\" - Ichiji Teishi)<\/strong> A red inverted triangle with \"\u6b62\u307e\u308c\" written in the center. At this sign, you must come to a complete stop and check both left and right before proceeding.<\/li>
    • One-Way Sign (\"\u4e00\u65b9\u901a\u884c\" - Ippo Tsuko)<\/strong> A blue square with a white arrow. Vehicles can only travel in the direction indicated by the arrow. Entering from the opposite direction is extremely dangerous.<\/li>
    • Designated Direction Only Sign (\"\u6307\u5b9a\u65b9\u5411\u5916\u9032\u884c\u7981\u6b62\" - Shitei Hoko-gai Shinko Kinshi)<\/strong> A blue circle with white arrows. Vehicles may only turn or proceed in the direction(s) shown by the arrows.<\/li><\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n
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      3. Key Driving Rules to Follow<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

      • Pedestrians have the right of way at crosswalks<\/strong> If someone is waiting to cross the street, drivers must come to a complete stop.<\/li>
      • No driving while using a phone<\/strong> Talking on the phone or looking at a screen while driving is extremely dangerous and strictly prohibited by law.<\/li><\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

        Need Help?<\/strong> If you have questions about traffic rules or driver's licenses, please contact the Okaya Police Station or the Okaya International Center. Let's follow the rules and keep our community safe together!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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