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Public order & traffic rules

Japan is known as comparatively safe country that the occurrence rate for sex crime and violent crime, etc. are remarkably low among with those developed countries such as Europe and the United States. It’s also the fact that the pick-pockets and luggage thieves, especially after the travelers, are operating and it will be better to be cautious of surroundings when you are in town. Additionally, there are some so called rip-off bars and drinking places exist, too. So it probably is clever that if you don’t approach to these dodgy areas. There is no need to be nerves but if you remember these mentioned above, you probably won’t be troubled through your trip in Japan. Japanese traffic rules are almost as same as those in England or in United States and the car runs on the left which is also the same as England. But there are differences on some rules and the traffic signs and prior study session requires when you are driving in Japan. You can inquire the local community in the destination as some may offer a lecture for traffic rules of Japan or hand out information in English and in other languages. Those who possess either Japanese license or the international license which was issued under the Geneva Convention or such are allowed to drive in Japan. It is recommended to confirm prior to the driving session whether you meet the requirements or not.