Recognizing the Signs For Novice, Disabled, And Elderly Drivers in Japan
Jan 21, 2014 By First Admin
Did you ever wonder about those four strange magnets, a yellow and green leaf, an orange and yellow leaf, a blue and white clover, or a yellow and green butterfly, sometimes conspicuously attached to the front and rear of cars all over Japan? I was really hoping for a conspiracy,...[ Click to read more ]
Obtaining an International Driving Permit (IDP) in Japan
Jan 09, 2014 By Ray Proper
You can get an International Driving Permit (IDP) based on your Japanese driver’s license. The permit is valid for one year from the date of issue and must be used in conjunction with your Japanese License. The process of getting an IDP generally takes one hour, and requires a visit...[ Click to read more ]
Obtaining an International Driving Permit (IDP) in Nagoya
By Ray Proper
You can get an international Driving Permit (IDP) from Japan based on your Japanese driver’s license. The permit is valid for one year from the date of issue and must be used in conjunction with your Japanese license. The process takes less than one hour, and requires a visit to the...[ Click to read more ]
International Driver’s Licenses in Japan
Oct 16, 2013 By Ray Proper
We are still getting reports that drivers presenting International Driving Permits (IDPs) at the licensing center are being told to come back once their existing permit expires. Drivers need to understand that although there is one law, there are different interpretations of it by police in each prefecture. We recommend...[ Click to read more ]
