Green light
Pedestrians may proceed and cross. Vehicles other than lightweight vehicles, and streetcars/trams may go straight or turn left or right. Mopeds making two-step right turn may go straight ahead to the point for turning right, and change the direction they are heading. Lightweight vehicles (bicycles, carts, etc.) may go straight and turn left. When turning right, these vehicles must proceed to the point of making a right turn, stop and change their direction to the right and wait at that point. Yellow light
Pedestrians must not start to cross.
A pedestrian who is already crossing the road must finish crossing quickly or else turn back. Vehicles and streetcars/trams may not move further than the stopping point. However, if a vehicle is rapidly approaching the stopping point when the signal changes to yellow, and cannot stop safely, it may continue to proceed. Red light
Pedestrians must not cross. Vehicles and streetcars/trams may not proceed past the stopping point. A vehicle or streetcar/tram, when already making a left turn at an intersection, may continue to proceed even if the signal light on the left is red. A vehicle or streetcar/tram, when already making a right turn at an intersection, may continue to proceed even if the signal light on the right is red. In this case, the vehicle or streetcar/tram, must not obstruct the traffic of vehicles or streetcars/trams approaching on a green light. However, lightweight vehicles and mopeds making a two-step right turn must stop after crossing the road and wait at that point while the signal light on the right is red. Green arrow light
Vehicles may proceed in the direction indicated by the arrow even if the signal light is yellow or red. (Vehicles may also make a U-turn when the signal arrow is indicating a right turn.) However, in the case of a signal arrow indicating a right turn, lightweight vehicles and mopeds making a two-step right turn may not proceed. Yellow arrow light
Streetcars/trams may proceed in the direction indicated by the arrow even if the signal light is yellow or red, but pedestrians and vehicles may not proceed. Flashing yellow light
Pedestrians, vehicles and streetcars/trams may proceed carefully, paying attention to other traffic. Flashing red light
Pedestrians may proceed carefully, paying attention to other traffic. Vehicles and streetcars/trams must stop at the stopping point before proceeding.

(Note) The term &#;stopping point&#; in this table refers to the point just before the stop line. In the absence of such a line, it is defined as follows:

You can find more information on our web, so please take a look.

• 1.

  A point just before an intersection (where a crosswalk/pedestrian crossing or a bicycle crossing lane is located close to an intersection, just before the crosswalk/pedestrian crossing or the bicycle crossing lane);

• 2.

  A point just before a crosswalk/pedestrian crossing, a bicycle crossing lane or a railroad crossing in places other than intersections; or

• 3.

  The point where a traffic lights can be seen in places other than intersections without a crosswalk/pedestrian crossing, bicycle crossing lane or railroad crossing nearby.

The term &#;vehicles&#; refers to automobiles, mopeds, lightweight vehicles such as bicycles and carts, and trolley buses.

• JAF publishes Rules of the Road, which provides details of traffic regulations in Japan, and is available for purchase at JAF branch service counters or through the JAF website (Amazon.co.jp). The digital format is also available at the bookstores. For details, please contact a JAF Regional Office or check the JAF website.

The turn signals on your car are an essential safety device that allows you to communicate your intentions to other drivers. An increasing number of people are failing to use their indicators, and this is causing a growing number of accidents.

Using your turn signals is not only the safe thing to do, but it&#;s also legally required. The law also specifies the distance before your intended maneuver that you must activate them. Knowing the right way to use turn signals need not be a burden; using them should be an automatic habit, so you don&#;t even have to think about it when you are driving.

How to Use Turn Signals

The turn signals on most vehicles are located on a short lever attached to the side of the steering wheel column. By pulling the lever down, you activate the signals on the right side of the car to indicate a right-hand turn. By pushing the lever up, you activate the signals on the left side of the vehicle for a left-hand turn. Brake lights come on automatically when you step on the brakes.

The Right Times to Use Turn Signals

Use your turn signals or a hand signal when doing any of the following:

• Making a left or right-hand turn at an intersection

• Entering a driveway or parking lot on either side of the road

• Parking on the side of the street

• Pulling over to the side of the road

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• Changing lanes

• Passing another vehicle on the road

• Merging with traffic when entering a roadway

• When leaving a roundabout

Even if there is no other vehicles or pedestrians in the area, you should use your turn signals. There may be traffic you cannot see, and using them should be a habit in every situation.

When to Turn On Your Turn Signals

When you turn left or right at an intersection, you should be in the lane closest to the direction you are turning in. Put your turn signal on approximately 100 feet before you reach the intersection. When driving on the highway and indicating an exit, lane change, or overtake, start your indicator lights approximately 900 feet before you make the change.

Using Hand Signals for Turning and Stopping

You only need to use hand signals to indicate a turn or stop if the signal lights or brake lights on your car are not working, or if for some other reason another driver or pedestrian may not be able to see your turn signals or brake lights.

To make a hand signal, roll down your driver side window and extend your arm outside the car. 

• When turning left, extend your arm straight outwards.

• When turning right, bend your arm at the elbow with your hand pointing upward.

• To indicate a stop, bend your arm at the elbow with your hand and forearm pointing toward the ground, and your palm open and facing backward.

By using turn signals or hand signals, you will reduce your chances of traffic collisions and traffic tickets, and ensure the safety of all road users.

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