Renewing Your Japanese Driver’s License
If you plan to stay in Japan longer than three years, you will have to renew your license at some point if you would like to continue driving in Japan […]
Practical Driving Test Guide
So, you want to get your Japanese license… Congratulations! You have just embarked on the most soul-crushing journey of your life. Here’s a very comprehensive and somewhat up-to-date guide (as […]
Driving in Gunma
Beep beep! So you decided to retire that janky 15-year-old mamachari and buy a car, but then you realized there are suddenly a lot of other things to consider. Oops. […]
Getting Your Japanese Driver’s License
Some of the information in this article is a few years old. We’re working on updating it. [Initial D theme intensifies] Picture this: you’re a new ALT fresh out of […]
Getting Your Scooter License in Gunma
New to Japan and need a driver’s license? Hear the stories of determined ALTs taking the driving test multiple times. But there’s an easier way! A 50cc scooter license skips the driving skills test and complex paperwork. This guide walks you through obtaining a scooter license, translating your license at JAF, preparing documents, and taking a simple 10-question test. Follow these steps and get ready to hit the road on your scooter with ease.